Handbuilt Pottery: Make a Jug with Slip Decoration
Description
In this workshop you will make a slab-built jug with slip decoration. In the first part of the workshop, you will use templates to cut out slabs of clay to build your jug form, adding a handle and spout of your own design. You will be taught the fundamental techniques used when handbuilding in clay, and be guided through the build process. In the second part of the workshop, you will be taught to use coloured slips to decorate your piece. We will cover stencilling and Sgraffito techniques which allow for the creation of abstract shapes, block colour and pattern, through to detailed illustration. There will be multiple colours to choose from and reference pieces to be inspired by. Your finished piece will be fired in our electric kilns and be ready to collect 4 weeks after the workshop. You are welcome to bring a lidded bottle or cup with you but we kindly ask that you do not bring food into the studio. Our on-site café Blend is open 9am - 4pm No prior experience of working with clay needed, but this project is versatile and would allow for an improver to be more ambitious with their design. Please wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty or bring an apron
What's included in the price?
All tools and materials will be provided.
Duration
6 hours
Cancellation policy
Medium - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts
Maker
New Brewery Arts connects people with the hand-made, promotes the joy and fulfilment of making and celebrates the role of craft and creativity in all our lives. We've been at the heart of creativity in the Cotswolds since 1978, and as well as classes and workshops we have craft studios, exhibitions and an amazing shop which sells work by UK craftspeople.
Suitable for
- Adults
- Seniors
- Suitable for beginners
- Intermediate level
- Accommodation offered
- UK Holiday
FAQs
We really hope you don’t need to, but any changes need to be made at least 30 days in advance. No refunds are given for any cancellation made within 30 days of a class commencing. An administration fee of 10% will be made on cancellations or alterations before this time. We cannot offer a refund if you are unwell for any reason and unable to attend.
All our studios are wheelchair accessible and members of our team will be able to assist you if you require. Near the shop on the ground floor we have a disabled toilet and a lift which will allow you access around the building.
If you find it difficult to stand during a class or have any other access needs, please let us know when booking so we can make appropriate arrangements.
Unfortunately, we do not have our own designated car park, however there are plenty around Cirencester. The nearest short stay car park is The Brewery Car Park which is approximately 2 minutes away and is a council run pay and display. This car park has several disabled parking spaces too. Sheep Street Car Park is a longer stay car park 3 minutes away, it is a cashless car park facilitated by Pay by Phone. Full details of all car parks and pricing can be found on Cotswold District Council Website.
We pride ourselves on smaller class sizes, so you get plenty of help from the tutors. Maximum 8-10 students per class.
Of course, and for some classes we may ask you to do this. Please don’t worry, if this is the case it will be clearly shown on the booking pages and in your confirmation emails.
No, we ask that students either bring their own or wear clothes they are happy to get messy in.
You are welcome to bring a lidded bottle of water with you but we kindly ask that you do not bring food or drinks into the studio.
