Ceramics: throwing techniques for beginners and intermediates (Satudrday morning)

Also want to throw a lump of clay into something beautiful?
Then sign up for this course.
Roll up your sleeves and get your hands in the clay.
Discover your talent and find your own twist.
Come try and make it your own pot.

What will you learn?
You will learn the basic techniques of pottery:
– Process from clay to pot
– Knowledge of various types of clay
– Basic throwing technique
– Kneading
– Centering (of about half a kilogram of clay)
– Opening
– Pulling up
– Shaping
– Trimming
– Glazing the pot

What to make
– Cups and mugs without ears
– Bowls, tea lights or tapas dishes
– The work pieces will be glazed together in the last lesson of the course

What do you learn?
• Explanation step by step
• Individual guidance
• At your own pace
• Maximum of 12 students

Who do you learn from?
Vera is an enthusiastic and patient potter who enjoys using humor to pass on to you her skill, knowledge and passion for clay. Also English language.

What should you bring?
– 2 old towels
– Dishcloth
– Old clothes, overalls or apron (stains are washable)
– Lots of sociability, humor, fun (and a little patience)
– Tip: short nails (preferably no rings and bracelets)
– Bottle of drink

What will we do:
Punctual 10:00 am we will begin class. Be there 5 minutes ahead of time so you have time to get your things ready. You are going to make your own pots and bowls on the throwing table. Around 12:40 we will clean up together.

What is and isn’t included?
• Basic materials included
• Clay and bisque firing included
• Glaze en glazefiring € 10,- per kilogram of workpiece

Still in doubt?
If you’re still unsure, or want to see if this course is right for you, sign up for one of the introductory classes.

When: Sep 26, Oct 3, Oct 10, Oct 17, Oct 31, Nov 7, Nov 14, Nov 21; pot pickup: Dec 19

Time: 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Cost: €205 for those under 21, €255 for those 21 and older

Where: Kumulus building, Herbenusstraat 89

Language: also in English