Nikki Wallace-bell Ceramics
T1/25 Pottery Sculpture Eve Class - Thursday
T1/25 Pottery Sculpture Eve Class - Thursday
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This fun evening class is aimed at all levels with a particular interest in developing their understanding of sculpting with clay. Perhaps you enjoy modelling with icing or have spent hrs playing with play dough or blue tack! Then this class is perfect for you.
An expert tutor with a BAHons in ceramic sculpture(UK), will quickly help you to overcome any fears and teach you some simple skills that can be applied to anything of a sculptural nature in the future.
Term 1 Pottery Sculpture Thursday Evening
This course is split into two 4wk blocks. You can choose to sign up for both blocks or just one. Up to you! Block 1 will give you the chance to craft a unique piece that looks good enough to eat and Block 2 will be an equally rewarding experience, especially for those who appreciate the beauty of the natural world.
What to Expect
In the first block (4wks) you'll start by sculpting your own fun clay ice cream, complete with a stand that mirrors the real thing! Our expert instructor will guide you through each step, from shaping the perfect scoop and stand to adding realistic details. You will even learn how to make coloured clay and slips as an added bonus. Just think , grated sprinkles of chocolate or dripping sauces!
In the second block (4wks), you will sculpt a New Zealand gecko/skink or tuatara. This allows a further opportunity to learn sculpting, colour application and firing techniques. All of this while hearing stories about conservation of our precious taonga.
In each block you will have 3wks making and 1wk glazing. Check the dates below and make sure that you can attend most of these before making a booking
NB# Images are by previous students, created throughout other similar level courses.
Venue: Climate Action Campus 180 Avonside Drive, Avonside, Christchurch 8061
Block 1 (icecream) Dates: 13, 20, 27 Feb (make). No class 6 March (fire work). Resume class 13 March (glaze). Collect work by arrangement (approx 2 wks latter)
Block 2 (gecko etc) Dates: 20, 27 march and 3 April (make). 10 April (glaze). Collect work by arrangement. (approx 2wks later)
Time: 6 - 8:00pm. If you finish your work you can leave before.
Cost: $160 per block or $320 if attending both blocks. This fee includes all clay, firings and glazes
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.
FAQ's
Pottery setting & location
Climate Action Campus
180 Avonside Drive, Avonside, Christchurch 8061
Step into our serene, light-filled pottery room located within the Climate Action Campus
Tools & materials provided
Your course fee includes tutor guidance and use of a range of pottery tools See above description for other items included (clay, glazes and firings). Please bring a cloth apron and a closed drink bottle to keep hydrated during the class.
Take home your creation
At the end of the course we take a couple of weeks to fire all of your work carefully in our kiln. After the kiln goddess has done her work we then invite you to collect your unique pottery creations and celebrate!