Thursday Evening *Intermediate* Pottery Class

About this course

The course develops intermediate pottery practice across advanced hand-building, wheel-throwing, surface decoration and glazing. Each session centres on a different technique, with time allocated for practising and experimenting with clay. Learners can set their own pace within a focused studio environment, using the course to extend existing skills and explore new approaches. Teaching combines technique-led sessions with time for individual making rather than following a single prescribed project.

What you'll learn

• Apply advanced hand-building techniques to ceramic forms
• Develop wheel-throwing skills through guided practice
• Use surface decoration techniques on pottery
• Apply glazing methods to finished or developing work
• Experiment with clay and techniques through independent practice

Is this course right for you?

This course is intended for intermediate makers who have already completed at least a 12-week pottery course with the provider or an equivalent elsewhere. Sessions combine technique instruction with individual practice and experimentation, with the pace shaped by each learner.

• Previous pottery study or equivalent experience is required
• The course includes focused technique sessions alongside self-directed practice
• Learners are asked to attend the first two sessions where possible, as these are difficult to catch up on

Before you go

• Materials are provided, including buff stoneware clay, tools, slips, moulds and studio glazes.
• Participants should wear clothes that can get dirty.
• A piece of plastic and a board are provided for wrapping work during the course and should be reused where possible.
• When collecting fired work, participants should bring newspaper or bubble wrap to transport it safely.