T1/25 Beginners Pottery Evening Course - Tuesday

Term 1 Beginners Pottery Eve Classes - Tuesday

Have you ever wanted to work with clay but not known where to start, or forgotten all you ever knew? Then this is the beginners handbuilding class for you! Suited to any adult (18yrs+).

What do I learn next?

This evening class runs throughout the year. The next 3 terms focus on building further skills and understanding of pinching, coiling, slabbing and sculpting. You can jump in in any term. Our tutor will offer support when required to bring you up to speed!

Course Description

Our tutor, Nikki teaches in a systematic way - usually demonstration first then group practice. For most students it takes a whole year to acquire some basic skills. In Term 1 you will produce some simple hand built pieces as part of your learning. This wonderful introduction covers pinch pots, slab building, decorating and glazing. You will work with the theme of homewares and create small bowls/dishes, a platter or small plate, a herb planter and a pair of cups. These items will bring character to your home or if you feel you want to give them away they will make unforgettable gifts.

NB# Images are previous students interpretations of homewares created throughout the course. Your tutor may guide you in a different direction

Venue: Climate Action Campus, 180 Avonside Drive, Avonside, Christchurch 8061

Dates: 11,18,25 Feb (make). No class 4 March (fire work). Resume class (glaze), 11 March. 18 March (final make). Last class 25 March (glaze).  Collect work and celebrate 8 April

Time: 6 - 8:00pm. If you finish your work you can leave before.

Cost: $235. This fee includes all clay, firings and glazes. No extra costs.

What to bring: A cloth apron if you have one and a closed drink bottle if you are likely to get thirsty

NB#  If you are unable to attend your class, consider gifting your spot to someone else as we do not offer refunds or transfers.