Intermediate Throwing Course
Tuesday 23rd April - Tuesday 21st May
6pm - 9pm
Tutor: Brian Chan
What will I learn?
The course will focus on improving throwing technique, the development of new skills and throwing a range of different shapes -- vases, plates, larger pieces or very small pieces such as espresso cups.
What is included?
All materials and equipment are included. Kiln firings are included and you will have a choice of a range of coloured glazes to finish your pieces. You will be able to choose 5 pieces to be bisque-fired in our electric kilns. If you want to come back and glaze your pieces in our studio glazes, you can book onto an additional session after your course.
Who is this course for?
Before signing up for this course, students should have taken more than one beginners throwing course, or have wheel-throwing experience.
About your tutor
Brian has been working as a ceramicist for over 15 years. He is originally from Hong Kong, where he studied with The Pottery Workshop. He moved to UK in 2021. Brian works with both hand-building and throwing techniques. He has a strong interest in good colours and is best known for his marbled ceramics, using blends of pigmented clay to produce highly coloured marble finishes for a range of ceramics. He also works to find fresh shapes for simple objects, inspired by a growing interest in ceramics sculpture. Brian exhibited his marbled ceramics with the Hong Kong The Pottery Workshop in January 2020 and sculpture pieces at the Stroud Museum in the Park in April 2023.
FAQs
What happens if I miss a session?
Don’t worry, your tutor will make sure to catch you up on the next class. We cannot offer any refunds for missed sessions during a course, but you are welcome to book onto an Open Session to finish your pieces and make up the time. Please note that these sessions do not include tuition.
How long does the kiln firing take?
Firing can take up to 4 weeks, we will contact you when your pieces are ready to collect
Can I get a refund after booking?
Let us know as soon as you can, if you want to cancel your booking. If you let us know more than 14 days ahead of the course start date, you will receive a full refund. Within 14 days of the course starting, you will not be able to receive a refund, unless your place on the course is filled by someone else.