![hero_banner_-_shallow_-_arts Image representing our arts curriculum](/sites/default/files/styles/hero_shallow_mobile_1x/public/2022-12/hero_banner_-_shallow_-_arts.jpg?h=de76e278&itok=bPC9L_ct)
Craft: Beginners Pottery - Handbuilding Pottery for Wellbeing
Course details
Course code
Q00011262Course date
Number of classes
13 sessionsTimetable
Tutor
Margaret HowlettFee range
How you'll learn
Venue
Louth Town Hall (Louth)Eastgate
Louth
LN11 9NH
Level of study
Entry Levels 1,2,3: If you have never studied this subject before and you’re not confident in your skills, Entry levels are a good starting point.
Level 1: Covers basic skills and knowledge needed for this subject
Level 2: Building on basic knowledge or experience. Similar to Grade 4/ C at GCSE or O level in England or Standards in Scotland.
Level 3: Learn about the topic in-depth and have a broad range of skills. Independent working Equivalent to an A level in England or Higher in Scotland.
Beginners: A perfect introduction if you have no experience and skills in this subject.
Improvers: The next step if you have basic skills or knowledge but want to progress them further.
Advanced: Build on the solid experience and skills you have in this subject, applying your skills and knowledge in a more complex way.
Course overview
Course description
The course will build your knowledge and understanding of the pottery process from raw clay to the fired kiln. It is structured for both beginners and those with experience. You will learn through making. You will build confidence in your practical skills in manipulating the clay using pinching, coiling, press moulding, tile making and slab building in the expression and development of your own personal ideas. You will explore and use different techniques of adding colour, pattern and interesting textures to enhance your pottery work. You will learn how to effectively apply underglazes, slips and glazes, use stencils, wax resist, impressing techniques and working in relief. You will learn how to use tools for shaping, forming, decorating and refining your clay work. You will bring your ideas to life, developing your creative skills through personal projects, using a sketch book for research, planning and evaluating your work as part of the design process. You will learn through tutor demonstrations and explanations of pottery techniques and processes delivered on a group and individual basis. You will be encouraged to discuss, celebrate, evaluate and share techniques, ideas and results from the biscuit and glaze kiln firings. At the end of the course, we will celebrate our achievements.
-
What financial support is available?
-
We don't want anything to stand in your way when it comes to bringing Adult learning within reach so if you need anything to support you to achieve your goals then speak to one of our education experts during your enrolment journey. Most of our courses are government funded but if you don't qualify or need alternative financial help to access them then let us know.
-
What other support is available?
-
All of our digital content, teaching and learning activities and assessments are designed to be accessible so if you need any additional support you can discuss this with the education experts during your enrolment journey and we will do all we can to make sure you have optimal access.
![Image of hands on a keyboard](/sites/default/files/styles/post_page_author_profile_featured_image_mobile_1x/public/2023-03/hands_on_keyboard.png?h=04d92ac6&itok=90vF2HTL)