Pottery for Young People (YP109 Autumn)

Discover and develop your skills in a wide range of ceramic techniques.

What will you learn on this course?

This course offers a broad introduction to the world of clay exploring both hand-built and wheel thrown ceramics.

Perfect for students moving on from our children’s pottery classes to refine and build on their skills, or for young people completely new to clay.

In this 12-week course you will be introduced to a range of hand-building techniques including coiling, slab building and sculpting.

You will be shown how to prepare clay and how to throw a pot, starting with an array of forms including cylinders, cups and bowls. The course is delivered through a mix of tutor demonstrations and activities designed to allow you to explore clay and work with a potter’s wheel.

You will have the opportunity to explore surface decoration and use a variety of finishing techniques. Learners will be encouraged to review and refine their work in order to produce a finished ceramic piece that is unique to them.

The course provides a fun and creative environment which will encourage young people's creativity and discovery exploring the medium of clay.

Who is this course for?

This course is suitable for children aged 12 to 17 years. It is open to all levels. Those with little or no experience of pottery will be shown demonstrations for the various techniques used, and those with previous experience will be able to self-direct their work with guidance from the tutor.

The course is accessible for young people of all abilities. You do need dexterity in your hands to work with clay. The room is wheelchair accessible. A parent or companion may attend to assist; carers must book a complimentary ticket if attending to provide support. Please contact us to discuss your specific access needs.

Age ranges are set carefully to consider key age developments, materials being used, and course stimulus. It is very important that age ranges are not too large or across key stages and therefor need to be adhered to.

Do you need to bring anything?

All materials and equipment are provided.

Are there any additional costs?

The course price includes all materials and firing of your work.

Who teaches this course?

Rachel Jennings