Explore: pottery and ceramics – develop form and surface

About this course

Participants develop ceramic forms by combining hand building, modelling, throwing and assembling techniques. The course also examines surface decoration, including textures, patterns and glaze combinations, with learners testing how different treatments affect their work. Teaching combines demonstrations, skill-based activities and group discussion. Learners develop ideas through sketches, test pieces and simple prototypes, then refine them through experimentation and reflection while creating a connected group of pieces.

What you'll learn

• Develop ceramic ideas using sketches, test pieces and simple prototypes
• Construct more complex forms using hand building techniques
• Combine modelling, throwing and assembling methods
• Experiment with texture, pattern and glaze combinations
• Reflect on creative and technical decisions when refining work

Is this course right for you?

Listed as suitable for all levels, the course combines structured teaching with opportunities to develop individual ideas across several pieces. Participation includes guided tasks, demonstrations and group discussion rather than open workshop access.

• Suitable for learners at a range of experience levels
• Structured learning format rather than an open workshop

Before you go

• Materials and firings are limited, and the course is intended for learning and development rather than producing large quantities of work.