Evening Throwing Course at the Leach Pottery
When: 8 weeks, Wednesday evenings 6pm – 8:30pm
Where: Bernard's Studio, Leach Pottery, (Unfortunately, courses held in Bernard’s Studio are inaccessible for wheelchair users).
Places: 5
Equipment & materials: Clay and a basic tool kit is provided: we focus on building core skills and working directly with the clay to get the most from a core selection of tools. Please bring additional tools if you wish to use them along with an apron and hand towel.
You will leave with: Up to 4 * of your pots on the 8-week course which will be glazed and fired by us. Your work will be ready for collection or posted to you 12 weeks after your final session. .
You are welcome to take a maximum of two additional unfired pots home with you. Please bring a box with you to transport unfired work.
*each pot needs to be within the footprint of 20 x 20 x 20cm
Level: Beginner to intermediate
When: 8 Week Evening Course: Winter Term
15 January – 12 March 2025
15 January
22 January
29 January
5 February
12 February
(excluding February Half-Term, 19 February)
26 February
5 March
12 March
2025 Evening Throwing Course at the Leach Pottery Winter Term
Winter Term 2025 Sold Out to be added to the waiting list please email Charmaine charmaine.orkamfat@leachpottery.com
Overview
Offered in an 8-week block, this course provides a unique opportunity for you to learn and improve your throwing techniques.
This course takes you through the full process from clay preparation to finishing. You will learn throwing techniques for one-off or production pieces, turning and handle pulling.
No prior experience necessary - this course is for complete beginners or those with some experience who would like to learn more techniques. With only 5 places, each learner will have plenty of one-to-one tuition and the opportunity for instruction on what you would like to develop over the duration of the course.
We are delighted to offer a 10% discount in our Shop for a full 14 days commencing on the first day of your course.
Any questions? Please visit our FAQ — The Leach Pottery.
Please be aware, only assistance dogs are allowed in the Learning spaces.
Our courses are popular, we do our best to add more dates when we can.
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