4 Day Throwing Course with Andy Mason
Clay College Stoke Clay College, Middleport Pottery, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CountyThis 4 day intensive throwing course is suitable for a range of learners; including beginners and improvers, enabling you to develop greater consistency or working towards throwing bigger and taller pots. There will be a range of demonstrations as well as plenty of opportunities to practice throwing and help you develop your technique with the [...]
Improvers Throwing Masterclass with Brian Dickenson
Clay College Stoke Clay College, Middleport Pottery, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CountyClay College Stoke is very pleased to be able to offer a weekend Pottery Improvers Throwing course. The course runs over the weekend of Saturday 24th July and Sunday 25th July. There will be a range of demonstrations as well as plenty of opportunities to practice throwing and to develop your technique. The weekend is [...]
Raku Masterclass Masterclass with Andy Mason- Monday/Saturday
Clay College Stoke Clay College, Middleport Pottery, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CountyExperience the art of Raku! Andy Mason will be bringing his practical experience and knowledge of Raku to Clay College Stoke and providing inspiration for you to create your own group of pots in this 3 part Raku Masterclass. Andy Mason, a potter with over 30 years of expertise, combines his individual techniques with the [...]
Throwing Taster Session- Morning
Clay College Stoke Clay College, Middleport Pottery, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CountyGive throwing a go! This taster session is aimed at people with very limited or no experience of throwing who wish to have a go. During the taster session, you will try out the basic skills and techniques needed to centre and throw basic forms. There will be a range of demonstrations followed by sessions [...]
Glaze Application
Clay College Stoke Clay College, Middleport Pottery, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CountyDuring this 2-day workshop, you will be taught the following techniques: Choosing the appropriate glaze for the clay and type of firing (electric or reduction gas kiln). Planning how to glaze a piece of work. Pouring and dipping. Use of glazing tongs. Wax resist, layering and double-dipping. Spraying. Touching up finger marks and preparing for [...]
2 Week Intensive Throwing
Clay College Stoke Clay College, Middleport Pottery, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CountyThis 10-day (Mon-Fri) intensive throwing course is suitable for a range of learners; including improvers to those that are proficient in throwing. This course will enable you to develop greater consistency or to work towards throwing bigger and taller pots. There will be a range of demonstrations as well as plenty of opportunities to practice [...]
Improvers Throwing Weekend
Clay College Stoke Clay College, Middleport Pottery, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CountyThere will be a range of demonstrations as well as plenty of opportunities to practice throwing and to develop your technique. The weekend is suitable for those who have experience of throwing, are able to centre clay, and are confident in throwing a 10cm cylinder, but who want to develop greater consistency in their throwing [...]
3 Day Technician/Home Workshop Course
Clay College Stoke Clay College, Middleport Pottery, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CountyOver the 3 days, this course will cover: H&S: Coshh. Dust - wet cleaning, Vacuum cleaner options. Materials storage. Toxic materials. Kiln positioning and safety. Workshop layout. Risk assessments. Clay: How to reclaim clay: How to make a plaster batt for reclaim. Blending clays. Wedging. Pugmills - safe use and maintenance. Casting slips. Raw materials [...]
Throwing Taster Session- Morning
Clay College Stoke Clay College, Middleport Pottery, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CountyGive throwing a go! This taster session is aimed at people with very limited or no experience of throwing who wish to have a go. During the taster session, you will try out the basic skills and techniques needed to centre and throw basic forms. There will be a range of demonstrations followed by sessions [...]
Throwing Taster Session- Afternoon
Clay College Stoke Clay College, Middleport Pottery, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CountyGive throwing a go! This taster session is aimed at people with very limited or no experience of throwing who wish to have a go. During the taster session, you will try out the basic skills and techniques needed to centre and throw basic forms. There will be a range of demonstrations followed by sessions [...]
Glaze Formulation for Stoneware- SOLD OUT
Clay College Stoke Clay College, Middleport Pottery, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CountyExplanations, demonstration of, and formulations of stoneware glazes. During this 2 day course, we will cover: - How raw materials can be blended to form a range of glazes with varying surface qualities. Identifying materials and their contribution to glaze melt. The glaze properties of other raw materials. -oxidised and reduction glazes. -General formulation of [...]
Kiln Building- FULL
Clay College Stoke Clay College, Middleport Pottery, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CountyOver the course, with the guidance of Kevin Millward and Ben Brierley, you will learn to build, pack and fire a dry-laid, self-supporting kiln. This course will cover: Information on different types and grades of brick- advantages, and disadvantages. Fuel and kiln design options. Methods of construction. Calculating, Cutting, and constructing arches. Building a dry [...]
Introduction to Raku with Andy Mason- FULLY BOOKED
This workshop will be run by Andy Mason, a potter with over 30 years of ceramics experience. In this workshop he combines his individual techniques with the great tradition of Raku, sharing his enthusiasm for this fascinating activity ~ a blend of art, alchemy, and surprise You will be guided and encouraged through creative glazing [...]
Introduction to Raku with Andy Mason- Sunday
This workshop will be run by Andy Mason, a potter with over 30 years of ceramics experience. In this workshop he combines his individual techniques with the great tradition of Raku, sharing his enthusiasm for this fascinating activity ~ a blend of art, alchemy, and surprise You will be guided and encouraged through creative glazing [...]
5 Day Throwing
There will be a range of demonstrations as well as plenty of opportunities to practice throwing and to develop your technique. This course is suitable for those who have experience of throwing, but who want to develop greater consistency in their throwing and learn to throw bigger and taller pots. The course will cover: Clay [...]
Full Time Diploma Try-out- Friday 22nd April
Clay College Stoke Clay College, Middleport Pottery, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CountyClay College Diploma Try-Out- Invitation Only Friday 22nd April, 9:30 am-6:30 pm. During the day, you will be asked to complete two practical tasks that will be set and demonstrated by Ben Brierley, the Principal and Kevin Millward, Course Director. During the course of the day, you will also have an interview with two [...]
Full Time Diploma Try-out- Saturday 23rd April
Clay College Stoke Clay College, Middleport Pottery, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CountyClay College Diploma Try-Out- Invitation Only Saturday 23rd April, 9:30 am-6:30 pm. During the day, you will be asked to complete two practical tasks that will be set and demonstrated by Ben Brierley, the Principal and Kevin Millward, Course Director. During the course of the day, you will also have an interview with two of [...]
Full Time Diploma Try-out- Sunday 24th April
Clay College Stoke Clay College, Middleport Pottery, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CountyClay College Diploma Try-Out- Invitation Only Sunday 24th April, 9:30 am-6:30 pm. During the day, you will be asked to complete two practical tasks that will be set and demonstrated by Ben Brierley, the Principal and Kevin Millward, Course Director. During the course of the day, you will also have an interview with [...]
Glaze Formulation for Stoneware- SOLD OUT
Clay College Stoke Clay College, Middleport Pottery, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CountyExplanations, demonstration of, and formulations of stoneware glazes. During this 2 day course, we will cover: - How raw materials can be blended to form a range of glazes with varying surface qualities. Identifying materials and their contribution to glaze melt. The glaze properties of other raw materials. -oxidised and reduction glazes. -General formulation of [...]
Kiln Building- FULL
During this course, with the guidance of Kevin Millward and Ben Brierley, you will learn to build, pack and fire a dry-laid, self-supporting kiln. This course will cover: Information on different types and grades of brick- advantages, and disadvantages. Fuel and kiln design options. Methods of construction. Calculating, Cutting, and constructing arches. Building a dry-laid [...]
Kiln Building- FULL
Clay College Stoke Clay College, Middleport Pottery, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CountyDuring this course, with the guidance of Kevin Millward and Ben Brierley, you will learn to build, pack and fire a dry-laid, self-supporting kiln. This course will cover: Information on different types and grades of brick- advantages, and disadvantages. Fuel and kiln design options. Methods of construction. Calculating, Cutting, and constructing arches. Building a dry-laid [...]
Taster Session- Morning
Clay College Stoke Clay College, Middleport Pottery, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CountyGive throwing a go! This taster session is aimed at people with very limited or no experience of throwing who wish to have a go. During the taster session, you will try out the basic skills and techniques needed to centre and throw basic forms. There will be a range of demonstrations followed by sessions [...]
Taster Throwing Session- Afternoon
Clay College Stoke Clay College, Middleport Pottery, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CountyGive throwing a go! This taster session is aimed at people with very limited or no experience of throwing who wish to have a go. During the taster session, you will try out the basic skills and techniques needed to centre and throw basic forms. There will be a range of demonstrations followed by sessions [...]
Kiln Building- June FULL
During this course, with the guidance of Kevin Millward and Ben Brierley, you will learn to build, pack and fire a dry-laid, self-supporting kiln. This course will cover: Information on different types and grades of brick- advantages, and disadvantages. Fuel and kiln design options. Methods of construction. Calculating, Cutting, and constructing arches. Building a dry-laid [...]
Glaze Formulation for Stoneware- FULL
Explanations, demonstration of, and formulations of stoneware glazes. During this 2 day course, we will cover: – How raw materials can be blended to form a range of glazes with varying surface qualities. Identifying materials and their contribution to glaze melt. The glaze properties of other raw materials. -oxidised and reduction glazes. -General formulation of transparent [...]
Throwing Taster Session- Morning- FULL
Clay College Stoke Clay College, Middleport Pottery, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CountyGive throwing a go! This taster session is aimed at people with very limited or no experience of throwing who wish to have a go. During the taster session, you will try out the basic skills and techniques needed to centre and throw basic forms. There will be a range of demonstrations followed by sessions [...]
5 Day Advanced and Creative Throwing
Clay College Stoke Clay College, Middleport Pottery, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CountyExperience level intermediate. Must be able to centre and competently throw cylinders and bowls. This course will cover: Designing and planning forms Weighing out clay Measuring Preparing clay Throwing component parts Altering and marking thrown parts How to join effectively Avoiding joining cracks Assembling large pots Throwing and assembling thrown sculptural pieces. slips Finishing joins [...]
Teapot Masterclass with Kevin Millward
Clay College Stoke Clay College, Middleport Pottery, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CountyThis is a three day Masterclass aimed at people who already have intermediate throwing skills and who wish to learn to produce tea or coffee pots, using more advanced techniques of studio pottery in a professional working studio environment. The course is suitable for those who have experience of throwing, and are able to centre [...]
Introduction to Raku with Andy Mason- Saturday
Clay College Stoke Clay College, Middleport Pottery, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CountyThis workshop will be run by Andy Mason, a potter with over 30 years of ceramics experience. In this workshop he combines his individual techniques with the great tradition of Raku, sharing his enthusiasm for this fascinating activity ~ a blend of art, alchemy, and surprise You will be guided and encouraged through creative glazing [...]
Glaze Formulation for Stoneware- July
Clay College Stoke Clay College, Middleport Pottery, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CountyExplanations, demonstration of, and formulations of stoneware glazes. During this 2 day course, we will cover: How raw materials can be blended to form a range of glazes with varying surface qualities. Identifying materials and their contribution to glaze melt. The glaze properties of other raw materials. Oxidised and reduction glazes. General formulation of transparent [...]