Description
Throw and decorate a bubble vase, in this workshop lead by our head potter, Mathew Dimbleby. This class is perfect for those who have completed our beginner's course or have had previous experience throwing on the wheel. In this three hour workshop you will learn all the skills required to gain confidence and apply the skills to produce a bubble vase. You will then use your hands as well as wooden throwing tools to create the bubbles in the cylinder wall, which can be tricky and technically hard. Once you have achieved the correct shape and are happy with what you have produced, it will be time to get the paint brushes out to decorate your vase with underglaze colour. This is your final step in getting creative. Post lesson the vase will be dried out in our studio before going through a double firing process. The first firing process is the biscuit firing to 1000oc before being glazed with a food safe, lead-free glaze and fired again to 1120oc. Your vase will be ready to collect in approximately 2-3 weeks after your lesson.
What's included in the price?
You will be provided with all materials and an apron to wear on the day. Liquid refreshments will be provided but you will need to bring a packed lunch.
Duration
3 hours
Cancellation policy
Easy - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 2 weeks before the course starts
Maker
Mathew, our head potter has worked in ceramics and the arts for over 30 years, including manufacturing, teaching, education, management and lecturing. He is a naturally skilled teacher sharing his knowledge and enthusiasm with great generosity, guiding potters in making their works of art. We are now above the lovely Kiln at Number 12 in Longton where you can also enjoy great coffee and cake.
Suitable for
- Adults
- Seniors
- Teenagers
- Vision impaired
- Father's Day
- Engagement, birthdays & anniversaries
- Mother's Day
- Hen dos
- UK Holiday
- Corporate days out & team building
- Public transport
- Intermediate level
- Christmas
- Parking provided
