Potterydayz reviews

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

"Fantastic day so many different types of Raku results brilliant Richard so knowledgeable thoroughly recommend to anyone wanting a great day"

Potterydayz responded:

"It was a pleasure doing Raku with you Debbie - many thanks for the review. See you again I hope."

Clare Talbot reviewed: Pot throwing on the wheel for a Half Day

"I booked for a 3 hour introduction to potting on the pottery wheel session. Advance communication was timely and instructions clear and helpful. Richard was really friendly and available to give lots of support and encouragement after an initial demonstration. There were only 2 of us in the studio and the atmosphere was relaxed and informal. I had a really enjoyable morning, felt I learned a lot and improved quickly, I will definitely be returning for another session."

Potterydayz responded:

"thankyou for the review Clare, delighted you enjoyed the day and I look forward to seeing you again soon"

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

"What a lovely way to spend an afternoon . The session was friendly, informative and above all, fun. I don’t think I will be competing in The Pottery Throwdown any time soon, but it was a great day out. I would definitely recommend and will be back again."

Potterydayz responded:

"Glad you enjoyed the afternoon Lyn, see you again soon. Best wishes Richard"

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

"Loved every minute of this course. Richard was an excellent teacher and I learned so much plus came away with some beautiful pieces. Would highly recommend to anyone who hasn’t tried Raku before and am tempted to go back to do the day again!"

Potterydayz responded:

"Thank you very much for the review Nancy and contributing to an exciting day. Look forward to seeing you again."

Alex reviewed: Raku clay making day

"Fantastic day with, great instructor Richard. Super knowledgeable and enthusiastic. After simple instruction which clearly outlined what was needed, we where off and glazing and slipping. With multiple firings in the day we all came away with some amazing pots. Thoughly recommended."

Potterydayz responded:

"Thanks for helping make this a great day. Was a pleasure to spend time Rakuing with you. Hope to see you again in the future."

Rob Herbert reviewed: Pot throwing on the wheel for a Half Day

"We decided to take a pottery class as a last minute thought… Came across Richards Facebook page and thought we would give it a try. From the first point of contact to leaving after our session I have to say it was nothing other than truly superb. Richard is amazing and incredibly patient. We only opted for the half day session which in reality, if we had time, I would definitely go for the full day. We highly recommend Richard and will definitely be back. Thanks again Richard, you really made our day."

Potterydayz responded:

"Lovely to meet you both, delighted you enjoyed the morning. than you very much for the generous review. See you again I hope."

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

"Plenty of hands on opportunity to decorate and fire ready made pots. A good pace of getting things done, with down time in between firings to chat and ask questions. A great introduction to firing as we'd never done anything like it before."

Potterydayz responded:

"Thank you for your review Kate- a pleasure to see you and Tom all the way from Cornwall. Hope to see you again if your passing this way."

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

"This is was my second raku firing course with Potterydayz and I keep booking more. It’s a brilliant day and the results are spectacular. Richard is a great teacher but no experience needed. The finished pots make wonderful and unique gifts. (If you can part with them!). Highly recommended. 5 stars ⭐️ ?"

Potterydayz responded:

"Thank you Lisa. Delighted you enjoyed the experience and I look forward to seeing you on another course soon. Richard"

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

"I had a brilliant time with Richard. Richard is absolutely lovely, a very friendly and inspiring teacher. I learnt lots of great techniques and thoroughly enjoyed throwing whilst discussing pottery with Richard. I'll be back for raku lessons."

Potterydayz responded:

"Well that's simply Marvelous. Many thanks Ben, a pleasure to spend time potting with you. Look forward to seeing you for some Raku soon."

Hannah Lee reviewed: Parent and child friendly pottery courses

"We had a great time at our family workshop recently. After far too much locked-down family time we were looking for something to bring us back together. Richard’s 3 hour class did exactly that. Richard handled our two contrasting children brilliantly so that both came away feeling positive about their achievements - who knew Richard has tens of years experience in UK schools?! Reality dispelled any myths that my husband could rock up and throw a perfect teapot his first time on a wheel, (but it’s always nice to have something to work towards!) The studio was fabulously quirky and the tasks suitably pitched for our ability. A perfect solution to our need to get away from it all (just for a few hours) and simply be together. Thank you Richard!"

Potterydayz responded:

"Thank you for writing the review Hannah. It was a pleasure to see you all. Perhaps the teapot will come next time. see you in the near future."

Kasey & Sophie reviewed: Pot throwing on the wheel for a Half Day

"Myself and my daughter had the most enjoyable morning attempting to make a bowl of sorts. Richard is an excellent teacher and so encouraging. Surprisingly I found it really relaxing and Richard has worked so hard to make it all covid safe, even building a new studio outside. We can't wait to go back to glaze our pots. My daughter ia already keen on another session."

Potterydayz responded:

"I am delighted you felt comfortable and enjoyed your time here .I look forward to your return."

Kerry G reviewed: Pot throwing on the wheel for a Half Day

"Absolutely fantastic afternoon. As a complete novice, I expected disaster but was very proud of my little pots! Richard was a wonderful teacher- really engaging and targeted his guidance perfectly. I'm already trying to organise another visit!"

Potterydayz responded:

"Many thanks Kerry, a pleasure to help you make some pots. Look forward to seeing you again soon."

Ellie Sandall reviewed: Pottery wheel throwing taster

"My mum and I spent a very enjoyable couple of hours with Richard, learning how to use a potter's wheel- neither of us had used one for years so we were both complete novices. We both managed to create three pots- not perfect but with their own rustic charm! We're looking forward to glazing our pots in the near future and then they'll take pride of place in our houses. Thank you for a lovely morning!"

Potterydayz responded:

"Many thanks Ellie, I am glad you and your mum enjoyed the throwing session. I look forward to helping you finish your rustic pieces."

Sarah Pendred reviewed: Pottery wheel throwing taster

"A really enjoyable morning spent learning a new skill. Richard was very patient and spent plenty of time demonstrating techniques and giving help and advice individually. Enjoyable and absorbing."

Potterydayz responded:

"Many thanks for the review Sarah, a pleasure to see yo here. Glad you enjoyed your visit."

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

"I bought this experience for my husband's 70th birthday. Initially it was for 1 person because in these strange times I was unsure how many would be allowed in the workshop. In the event Richard was able to offer me the opportunity to join in. I can't praise him highly enough, the venue had been organised to be Covid safe and at no time did we feel uncomfortable. Richard's demonstration and explanation was clear and easy to understand. He has the patience of a saint in dealing with our inept attempts. I think we all felt reasonably satisfied with our finished products which were not perfect but good for the novices we are."

Potterydayz responded:

"Hi Cheryl thank you for leaving such a great review. I am delighted you both enjoyed the morning and felt comfortable. Congratulations on your achievements."

amanda jane Coffey reviewed: Pottery wheel throwing taster

"Just brilliant day , Richard was fantastic, really great teacher , with loads of knowledge , would highly recommend, a must do for any age ."

Potterydayz responded:

"Delighted you had a good morning- a pleasure to meet you both. See you soon"

Sue and Molly reviewed: Pot throwing on the wheel for a Half Day

"Thank you Richard for a very entertaining morning of throwing. Felt we learnt a lot and had fun at the same time. The studio is great and very covid safe with plenty of room. Looking forward to coming back to glaze our pots. See you soon."

Potterydayz responded:

"Thats lovely Sue, see you soon."

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

"What a fabulous afternoon! First day after lockdown, great to spend 3 hours quality time, in the sunshine with my teenager, under Richard’s excellent supervision. As first time potters, Richard quickly put us at our ease and his simple, but very effective instruction meant we were throwing pots in no time! Not quite Ming vases, but we each had 3 or 4 decent pots to be proud of by the end, can’t wait to go back in a few weeks and glaze them. Small groups (we were the only 2), great tuition and excellent value for money as includes the day throwing, all instruction and raw materials, a second visit back to glaze and firing. If you want to have ago at throwing pots, can’t recommend Richard enough, going to book on his Raku course next!"

Potterydayz responded:

"Thank you very much Kerry for the stunning review, it was a pleasure to have you both along on the first day. I look forward to seeing you for glazing or on the Raku course. Best wishes."

Martin Jennings-Brown reviewed: Pottery wheel throwing taster

"Richard hosted a wonderful day. clear instructions. A real relaxing experience, no pressure to have perfect technique. He allowed us to make our own mistakes which was a right laugh."

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

"I booked a three hour pottery throwing class with my mum, and we had such an enjoyable time. Neither of us had ever thrown pots before, and we both created a couple of pieces! Richard was extremely helpful and has so much knowledge to share. Covid restrictions were considered, we both felt very safe. Don't hesitate, just book!"

Potterydayz responded:

"Great to see you both at Potterydayz, delighted you enjoyed the experience and many thanks for the review"

Dom and Sue Rice reviewed: Pottery wheel throwing and hand building full day

"Brilliant day. Neither of us had thrown pots before. Richard explained everything simply and clearly. We were totally engrossed in the process and the morning flew by. Playing with the clay in the afteronn was also great. Making coil pots took me back to my school days. Cant wait to return to glaze our creations."

Potterydayz responded:

"Thanks guys- see you soon for glazing Richard"

Rebecca reviewed: Pottery wheel throwing and hand building full day

"Beginners luck. I have wanted to try pottery for quite some time and I'm lucky I came across Richard. Especially with this pandemic he was very careful, with social distancing and lots of sanitizer, while still being able to teach me how to throw clay. I managed to make two well centred pots in a two hour session. Would definitely go again."

Potterydayz responded:

"Well done Rebecca, I look forward to seeing you again. Richard"

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

"I have been to Potterydayz twice before for throwing lessons, and I was really impresed by the standard of teaching, so I was really keen to try raku here. The raku course covers a completely different side of pottery, and it was absolutely fascinating. I absolutely loved it, and Richard's teaching was excellent again. There is the option to visit in advance to make your own pots for the raku firing, but you could also do this as a standalone day - I would recommend making your own for the full experience! It was a great day, and the other course attendees were lovely. I would thoroughly recommend this course."

Potterydayz responded:

"Thank you for the review Hannah, always a pleasure to see you here at Potterydayz, I am delighted you have enjoyed the different experiences. See you again soon I hope"

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

"As a complete novice I attended two courses with Potterydayz: one to hand craft two cups and a mask and the other to glaze and fire them. I cannot tell you how exciting it is, waiting to find out how the colours turn out after firing. Like children, five fully grown women excitedly waiting to see what our pots would look like. I was the only novice in the group but it didn't matter - it is suitable for experienced potters or complete beginners. Richard is a superb teacher, patient, helpful and extremely knowledgeable. The day flew by and I had, what I thought, were pretty impressive pots, to take home. I would thoroughly recommend you try it."

Potterydayz responded:

"Thank you for the review Sarah, it was a pleasure to spend time making and firing Raku artefacts with you. Hope to see you in the near future."

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

"I booked the 3 hour course as a treat, and what a great day it was. Richard had everything set up in the garden undercover, all spaced out and adhering to the covid rules. He expertly showed us what to do and we had lots of goes at trying to make a bowl or vase, some good but most not so good. It was a really fun messy half day, and would recommend to all."

Potterydayz responded:

"Thanks for your review Tina, a pleasure to see you here at Potterydayz. See you again soon."