{"product_id":"t3-26-tues-pottery-eve-class-slab-building-copy","title":"T3\/26 Tues Pottery Eve Class - soft slab building and decorating","description":"\u003ch3\u003eBeginners Pottery Evening Class – Tuesday Term 3\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCurious about clay or keen to start fresh? This relaxed beginners handbuilding class is perfect for adults (18+). Tutor \u003cstrong\u003eJosie\u003c\/strong\u003e will guide you through simple foundational techniques with clear demonstrations and plenty of hands-on practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou’ll learn how to work with clay using slabs, shaping and decorating your own pieces while building confidence with each project.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eClass Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDates:\u003c\/strong\u003e July 21 – Sept 22\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eTerm 3 is split into two 3-week blocks with final pub meet up and collection on the 29th September. Sign up for one or both blocks!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eClass schedule\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlock 1\u003c\/strong\u003e : Soft slab surface design and building\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJuly 21, 28 and 4th August.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eLearn to decorate soft clay slabs using coloured slips and mark-making tools. In the second week, you will construct a larger vase or two smaller mugs from your slab. The work will be finished in a clear glaze. Finally, the group will gather to discuss outcomes after firing (3 weeks).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlock 2\u003c\/strong\u003e : Soft Slabbing with Sgraffito Decoration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8, 15, 22 September. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIn this fun and relaxed workshop, you’ll create a plate and mug from a soft slab of clay and decorate it with a sgraffito pattern using underglaze. The plate could become a piece of art to hang on the wall with the addition of a hook or a functional plate to be used alongside your decorated cup. We’ll guide you through shaping your vessels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollection + Pub Meetup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSept 29th\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCost:\u003c\/strong\u003e $120 per block $240 for both blocks\u003cbr\u003e(All materials, firings and glazes includedGeneral Information\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral info\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTutor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Josie\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTime:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6 – 8pm\u003cbr\u003e(You’re welcome to leave earlier if you finish)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVenue:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClimate Action Campus\u003cbr\u003e180 Avonside Drive, Christchurch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDetailed directions will be sent \u003cstrong\u003eone week before the class\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBring:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eApron (optional) and a closed drink bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eContinuing Classes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis class runs each term throughout the year, offering the chance to learn further techniques including \u003cstrong\u003eslabbing, coiling and sculpting\u003c\/strong\u003e. You can join in any term and tutors will help you catch up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo refunds or transfers. If you can’t attend, you’re welcome to give your place to a friend. If the class is sold out, contact us to join the waitlist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImages shown are examples from previous students. Projects may vary slightly.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nikki Wallace-bell Ceramics","offers":[{"title":"Block 1 : Soft slab surface design and building","offer_id":53690428195135,"sku":null,"price":120.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Block 2 : Soft Slabbing with Sgraffito Decoration","offer_id":53690428227903,"sku":null,"price":120.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/9076\/3071\/files\/image2.jpg?v=1781692240","url":"https:\/\/nikkiwbceramics.co.nz\/products\/t3-26-tues-pottery-eve-class-slab-building-copy","provider":"nikki wallace-bell ceramics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}