This is a structured course to develop basic skills and learn core techniques and processes. You will be introduced to hand-building techniques like pinching, coiling, slab work, use of moulds and some basic throwing on the wheel. You will also learn to apply glazes and slips for decorating. Returning learners can start to work on their own projects. It is recommended to enrol for a whole year where possible, to build your core skills comprehensively.

On this short course, you will be introduced to basic mould-making techniques and understand the possibilities of slip casting. The course is ideal for both beginners or those who have some understanding of ceramic.

This course will introduce you to mixing wire and clay together. We will look at contemporary makers that combine these materials and explore possible techniques and outcomes. You will experiment with and create small or medium objects and fire them inside a saggar. Amongst the materials we use are stainless steel, nichrome wire, stoneware, paper clays, nails and cutlery, with firings at low and high temperature. This course will not cover the glazing of work.