Potterydayz reviews

16 Aug 22'

Shelley B reviewed: Raku - learn the exciting art of rapid Japanese glaze firing

"I recently attended the one day Raku Workshop. It was a thoroughly enjoyable, informative course and I came away with an appreciation of different raku techniques. Richard was very mindful of health & safety, especially considering the recent heatwave and working with a raku kiln. He gave very clear instructions and the course was adapted for potters and non-potters alike. A very good day and the group produced some excellent examples of raku pieces. I can highly recommend it!"

Potterydayz responded:

"Thanks for the review Shelly, glad you enjoyed the occasion. It certainly was a warm one. Hope to see you again sometime."

9 Aug 22'

Mick Buckley reviewed: Pot throwing on the wheel for a Half Day

"The event was friendly, practical, and informative. I have yet to decorate the pots, so far it has been delightful. A pleasant and entertaining afternoon."

Potterydayz responded:

"Many thanks for the review Mick- a pleasure to meet you. I look forward to your return to glaze and decorate the finished pieces that you created."

18 Jul 22'

Tam reviewed: Pottery wheel throwing taster

"Absorbing 2 hours. There were 6 people on the session we joined a family of 4. Richard demonstrated and explained the basics and then let us loose with the pottery wheels. Depending on your luck/skill most of the group managed to make 3 small pots. We need to make an appointment to go back in about a month to glaze our makes then once they are fired we can return to collect them. A really good 2 hours and looking forward to seeing if our creations survive the kiln."

Potterydayz responded:

"Great to see you at Potterydayz and I am delighted that you found the session absorbing. Thank you for taking the time to add a review and I look forward to seeing you for glazing."

5 Jul 22'

Kristy reviewed: Raku - learn the exciting art of rapid Japanese glaze firing

"What a great way to spend a day! Richard is a great teacher and host, making everyone feel welcome and comfortable during the day, whatever skill level they are at. We came away with some amazing raku fired pots and an experience we'll never forget..would totally recommend!"

Potterydayz responded:

"Nice to see both of you at Potterydayz. Delighted you enjoyed your time here and many thanks for leaving a review. See you again sometime i hope."

1 Jul 22'

Tash reviewed: Raku - learn the exciting art of rapid Japanese glaze firing

"Had a great time at Potterdayz. Learnt so much about different Raku techniques. Would definitely recommend!"

Potterydayz responded:

"That's great Tash, glad you had a good day. See you in the future I hope."

28 Jun 22'

Anna reviewed: Raku - learn the exciting art of rapid Japanese glaze firing

"We had a lovely day, I recommend this course. So much information, you will need your notebook! It was a really hands on and interesting day with everything organised and once the kiln was up to temperature we ran through a list of raku techniques with hardly time for lunch… thank you so much for your kind encouragement and for sharing at least some of your secrets."

Potterydayz responded:

" I am glad you enjoyed the day, it was a pleasure to Raku with you and you are most welcome- I hope to see you again."

28 Jun 22'

K. Fowkes reviewed: Raku - learn the exciting art of rapid Japanese glaze firing

"I had great day on Richard's Raku course. I loved getting involved in all aspects of the process, it was very hands on. I was suprised by how many quality pots we came away with, and they all turned out beautifully. I cant wait to book into another course."

Potterydayz responded:

"Many thanks Katie, delighted you had a good day. Look forward to seeing you on another course soon."

28 Jun 22'

Graham reviewed: Pot throwing on the wheel for a Half Day

"This was a great chill out experience with my son , we were lucky in that there were just the 2 of us so we had great attentive tuition and became quite proficient at creating unique one off bespoke bowls ? One negative but it did not spoil the experience I think the environment could do with a good clean up , it's a messy process but it would not take a lot to tidy up a bit more, sorry but trying to be honest in the review"

Potterydayz responded:

"Delighted you enjoyed the experience with your son. I'm pleased you found the tuition of value, particularly as you were the only visitors on that occasion and as you mention, you both settled into the process well to produce some great pieces of work during the time here. Is it time for a change of career for you- its never to late? Hope to see you again."

20 May 22'

Sarah Buckingham reviewed: Pottery wheel throwing and hand building full day

"This is a great course. Hope to come back and get some more practice on the pottery wheel. It's very relaxing."

Potterydayz responded:

"We look forward to you coming back again Sarah for some more potting soon."

12 May 22'

eileen laughton reviewed: Raku - learn the exciting art of rapid Japanese glaze firing

"It was my daughter who attended the Raku day (a Christmas present). She had a wonderful time and all her pots turned out beautifully! Thank you very much."

Potterydayz responded:

"Thank you for the review- most kind. I am delighted that Lucy had an enjoyable experience, it was a pleasure to Raku with her."

16 Feb 22'

Sarah reviewed: Parent and child friendly pottery courses

"We would like to thank Richard for a thoroughly wonderful time. My daughter and I attended for a 3 hour workshop on throwing. Richard has a vast experience in pottery and ceramics and was able to teach us both (no easy task!) how to use the wheel to throw and make a pot! Richard is a skilled teacher and made you feel incredibly comfortable. My daughter and I were successfully able to make several pots a thing I though would not be possible! Richard also taught us other techniques for pot making during the session and we also had a chance to make a coil pot. We would highly recommend Richard and will definitely be booking again to develop our skills further. Thank you again for a lovely time."

Potterydayz responded:

"It was a pleasure to see you here at Potterydayz. thank you for taking the time to put up such a lovely review. See you all in the future for gazing the pieces."

2 Feb 22'

Nikki North reviewed: Pottery wheel throwing and hand building full day

"Myself and my daughter thoroughly enjoyed the day. Richard was very good at explaining the process of throwing pots in simple steps. My daughter picked it up really quickly, I on other hand needed a lot more practice, but it was a great experience."

Potterydayz responded:

"Really glad you both enjoyed the experience here at Potterydayz. Thank you for the review- see you in the future perhaps."

23 Jan 22'

Julia Quick reviewed: Pot throwing on the wheel for a Half Day

"Very warm welcome, Richard is very friendly and helpful with teaching been twice now and had an enjoyable work shop, great experience would highly recommend and will certainly book again."

Potterydayz responded:

"Many thanks for taking the time to put up a review Julia. Happy to hear that you have enjoyed your experience throwing with us and we look forward to welcoming you back soon."

21 Jan 22'

Aaron Mullett reviewed: Pot throwing on the wheel for a Half Day

"Great course. Great teacher. Massively recommend this. All in all, a great day. Aaron"

Potterydayz responded:

"Many thanks for taking the time to put up a review Aaron. I'm delighted you enjoyed the day here. Hope to see you again soon."

15 Jan 22'

Julie reviewed: Pot throwing on the wheel for a Half Day

"We had a lovely time making pots as a Christmas present. My husband was really good at it and made some great pots. I was not so good but Richard was patient with me and generous with the clay and I had a number of attempts and ended up with some half decent pots. Looking forward to going back and painting them."

Potterydayz responded:

"Delighted you enjoyed your visit. See you for glazing soon."

13 Jan 22'

Jon reviewed: Pottery wheel throwing taster

"I have attended several of Richard's courses working on throwing. Richard is a great instructor and clearly knows his craft. Whether you are just starting out in pottery or looking to improve in a certain technique I couldn't recommend his course more!"

Potterydayz responded:

"I am delighted that you have gained from your experience at Potterydayz, it has been a pleasure. Thankyou for the review."

10 Jan 22'

Sarah and Julie reviewed: Pottery wheel throwing taster

"We had a great morning learning the fine art of using a pottery wheel. It looked so easy when Richard did it! The time flew by and Richard was great at supporting us and showing us how it should be done. We both managed three pots each and are really looking forward to glazing them soon. A really enjoyable couple of hours. Thank you."

Potterydayz responded:

"Many thanks for your review Sarah and Julie- I look forward to your return."

5 Nov 21'

Matt and Hannah reviewed: Pottery wheel throwing taster

"We spent two hours with Richard for the pottery taster session. It was a brilliant experience from start to finish. Richard is great at not only demonstrating but helping as you start to learn the process. The perfect balance of instruction and letting us loose to have a lot of fun. We managed to make five pots between us with a couple of disastrous attempts along the way. We’re planning on taking some family members for Christmas already."

Potterydayz responded:

"Many thanks for the review and Im happy thst you enjoyed your experience at Potterydayz. See you again soon I hope."

4 Oct 21'

Bethany Chamberlain reviewed: Raku - learn the exciting art of rapid Japanese glaze firing

"I had a brilliant Raku day with Potterydayz. Richard is a knowledgeable, passionate and kind teacher. I found the whole Raku process really exciting and fun. Richard is very generous in making 5 vases for us to glaze and fire. I also did a pottery morning which was fun and informative too. I highly recommend Richard's workshops ? and I'm looking forward to another Raku day on Sunday!"

Potterydayz responded:

"Delighted that you enjoyed the day, Many thanks for the review. See you again soon"

4 Oct 21'

Amber reviewed: Raku - learn the exciting art of rapid Japanese glaze firing

"I had a fantastic day at Richards Raku course. Fully recommended, grest value for money! Whether you're a potter or someone just wanting to try something new, this is the course for you!"

Potterydayz responded:

"Lovely to see you in the Raku course Amber. Thank you for the review and I hope to see you again soon."

24 Sep 21'

Tristan MacDougall reviewed: Raku - learn the exciting art of rapid Japanese glaze firing

"A great couple of days, lots of fun and learnt a huge amount about raku firing. Looking forward to our next visit in few weeks. Many thanks Richard, from Tristan, Kate and Shaun."

Potterydayz responded:

"Pleased you all enjoyed your pottery experience here, I look forward to seeing you for pottery wheel throwing soon. Many thanks for taking the time to leave a review."

20 Sep 21'

maryanne tank reviewed: Raku - learn the exciting art of rapid Japanese glaze firing

"What a great workshop to learn and try out the raku process. Perfect group size so you get to meet and chat with new people and Richard is very encouraging of helping you to create se fabulous outcomes and tellkng you about the history of raku and how some of the of the results are achieved. I have enjoyed this workshop twice now and it really is something different, the bonus being that you come away with unique pots to keep. Cannot wait to join again. THANKS"

Potterydayz responded:

"Many thanks for taking the time to review your experience at the raku course recently. I'm glad you enjoyed the experience and the results. Look forward to seeing you again soon."

13 Sep 21'

Julie reviewed: Raku - learn the exciting art of rapid Japanese glaze firing

"Had a smashing day with Richard! I went with my brother and sister to celebrate their birthdays and we had a lovely time learning a completely new craft. Richard was very informative, gave demonstrations for us to follow, and it was very hands on, with participation from all of us (6 on the course). We came away with 5 pots each! Thank you Richard!"

Potterydayz responded:

"Hi Julie Many thanks for taking the time to add a review. A pleasure to meet you all and I am delighted you enjoyed the experience. Hope to see you again soon."

13 Sep 21'

Lisa reviewed: Raku - learn the exciting art of rapid Japanese glaze firing

"This is always a fantastic day. I’m a repeat pottery dayz workshopper! Richard is great and we always get amazing raku results with everyone enjoying each other’s creations as much as their own. For creativity, earth, air and fire plus unpredictability, raku is a very well spent Sunday indeed. ?"

Potterydayz responded:

"Huge thanks for the review Lisa- always a pleasure to have you along. See you for another one soon."

12 Jun 21'

Jacqueline reviewed: Pot throwing on the wheel for a Half Day

"Lovely experience , relaxing ,informative and fun. Will certainly come back for other courses, many thanks , Jacqueline"

Potterydayz responded:

"Many thanks for taking the time to leave a review Jacqueline. It was a pleasure to have you along for some pot throwing and I look forward to seeing you at another course soon. Richard"