Potterydayz reviews

Colleen Williamson reviewed: Pot throwing on the wheel for a Half Day

"My husband and I recently did a 3 hour course on the wheels with Richard. It was so much fun and so well explained and demonstrated. We both ended up with pots that we are proud of for first attempts. Richard is so kind, attentive and knowledgeable - what he doesn't know about pottery isn't worth knowing! We will definitely be back."

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

"What an amazing day myself and my son had on this course! I have always wanted to do it and it didn’t disappoint. Richard is an amazing teacher with a wealth of knowledge and it was fascinating listening to him explain the raku process. Safety was his upmost priority throughout the whole day. We both loved it and would definitely recommend."

Potterydayz responded:

"Really pleased you both enjoyed the experience"

Sara shepperson reviewed: Pot throwing on the wheel for a Half Day

"This is the second pottery course we have done with Richard, he is an amazing teacher with so much experience and we thoroughly enjoyed it. My son is 15 and doing 3D Art GCSE and this has given him some extra experience during the time he has been away from school during the pandemic. I would highly recommend Richard!"

Potterydayz responded:

"Thank you very much. Lovely to pot with you both. See you again"

Angela Kenny reviewed: Pottery wheel throwing and hand building full day

"Birthday present: I was apprehensive walking in but needn’t have worried. There were plenty of sanitizers and sat within the 2 metre distance. Had a great day with Richard teaching us how to throw a pot on the wheel. Made 3 pots and a vase. Looking forward to going back for the next process."

Potterydayz responded:

"Well done Angela, and many thanks for the review, see you again soon."

Geraldine Ross reviewed: Pot throwing on the wheel for a Half Day

"Had a super day with my friend - delayed for three months due to the pandemic. It was so good to finally get there! Richard was very patient with us, showing us how to do it, but also letting us get on with our own ideas, for better or worse!"

Potterydayz responded:

"Delighted you both enjoyed the day. See you for glazing soon."

Maria reviewed: Pottery wheel throwing taster

"Never had any experience with pottery before, and the tester session was all worth it. I enjoyed it throughout, I found it much easier and person centred than in any school/ college environment. Made two pots and definitely will be back for more. Highly recommended."

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

"My husband bought me a voucher for Christmas - what a great gift this turned out to be. I took a friend along and had a brilliant time with Richard. He was patient with our amateur efforts and generous with his knowledge and expertise. He made us a lovely lunch, and we went home happy and rather grubby! A really enjoyable course - I would thoroughly recommend it."

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

"Although booked as a gift for my partner, both myself and our 14 year old son gate crashed her treat and joined in with making some pots. We all had a great time, thanks to Richard's excellent guidance. We are looking forward to being able to return again soon to Potterydayz."

Potterydayz responded:

"Many thanks for the review Tony- it was a pleasure to meet you all and I look forward to your return to Potterydayz"

Hannah Hamilton reviewed: Pot throwing on the wheel for a Half Day

"I did this half day course with two friends. Richard is an exceptional teacher - he keeps things clear, gives you plenty of time to learn and try things out without micromanaging, and is extremely supportive and encouraging. We have already been back a second time (with a fourth friend in tow!) and will certainly be returning again in the future. I cannot recommend this half day course highly enough."

Potterydayz responded:

"It was a pleasure to see you all here at Potterydayz and I look forward to welcoming you again in the near future. Thank you very much for the review Richard"

Juliet Ellis reviewed: Pot throwing on the wheel for a Half Day

"I surprised my husband on our anniversary with a pottery day. We had such fun and actually managed to throw a pot or two! Richard is so easy going, kind and informative. We loved our day! Thanks Richard at Potterydayz! Juliet & Dion"

Potterydayz responded:

"Delighted you had an enjoyable experience here at Potterydayz. Many thanks for the review and hopefully we will see you in the future. Richard"

Susan Broccoli reviewed: Pottery wheel throwing taster

"What a creatively therapeutic morning! I spied this special offer over on Instagram a month back and thought what a great present for me and my husband to do together and how right I was! This morning we travelled over to Kings Cliff to the pottery studio of Potterydayz and were greeted by Richard, our master potter, another couple; Juliet and Dion.. and not forgetting the resident cat and a cup of coffee. Richard’s expertise is amazingly quick, not like us beginners, at the three basics on centralising, opening and lifting. He gives you slow instructions with his demonstrations to get you on your way with your own wheel to play on. It looks so easy, especially after watching weeks on The Great British Pottery Throwdown! Alas, it’s not quite as easy as it looks; arms in - speed up - water here and there - remove the water - delicately on and delicately off as one quick move and it’s destroyed before your eyes, but it’s so much fun. Richard guides you into getting the right techniques.. clay after clay as you try to learn by your mistakes. I failed on two attempts with one coming in half lol and the other ending up a wibbly wobbly mess... it’s all in the learning... and then with a bit of help you’ve got something. It’s time to stop and finish off. It’s hard work but relaxing, it’s draining but exhilarating, it’s dirty (very dirty) but you don’t care! After you’ve pushed, squeezed, pulled, you eventually get your vase, jug, bowl or whatever your creation looks nearest to...?, you obviously feel very proud. The workshops are 2 hours give or take, and no rush to get you out the door when you’ve finished. It’s a great experience whether you do the experience with a partner, friends or on your own. I’ll be picking my half-vase up in a few weeks to glaze it. Thanks Richard for a great morning."

Potterydayz responded:

"Delighted you both got so much out of the workshop. Look forward to seeing you both again soon."

Peter Richardson reviewed: Pottery wheel throwing and hand building full day

"I just wanted to say what a great Pottery day we had with Richard ealier this month. Both I and my wife Ann are relative novices, but Richard's teaching methods, manner and obvious love of pottery was inspiring, and we improved so much in the hours we spent with him. We're both very keen to return, and I understand that Raku sessions are also available, which would be amazing. Many thanks to Richard - a lovely, patient man, with years of experience and skills to share (he also makes great soup!) Peter and Ann (Irthlingborough, Northants)"

Potterydayz responded:

"Hi Peter and Ann, Thank you! It was a pleasure to have such able and enthusiastic students. You did really well! Richard."

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

"Excellent experience of potting thanks to Richard. Very personal tuition, showing us step by techniques. Enabling us to create ceramics pots from the wheel and hand building. We were so pleased with what we learnt and made during the session. All topped off with a delicious homemade soup. We will definitely be booking again."

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

"Our family bought us vouchers for a half day of pottery. Was extremely pleased with the experience. Richard is very knowledgable and the fact it was just us and him meant we learnt a lot. Looking forwards to painting them once dry. Thank you again Richard."

Bronwyn Ward reviewed: Pot throwing on the wheel for a Half Day

"Absolutely fantastic full day event for 3 - Mum, Dad and 10 year old. Richard was fabulous and throwing pots using the wheel was excellent. Really good value for money and super fun"

Ruth Hill reviewed: Pot throwing on the wheel for a Half Day

"A thoroughly enjoyable experience which was enhanced with the very attentive, patient and amusing host Richard. Sharing the afternoon with my 13 year old granddaughter was obviously very special but we had such a great time and found the pottery wheel quite addictive. We are both looking forward to glazing our efforts. Thank you."

Rowena Lucas reviewed: Pottery wheel throwing and hand building full day

"I really enjoyed my day with Richard, what an excellent teacher - showing real detail about how to actually use your hands and your body to get the clay doing what you want. I'm looking forward to having another go. I ended up with 2 'pots' from the wheel and 2 handmade. Richard gave me the instruction I needed and then gave me the space to try it out for myself, patiently giving me yet another new start until I got it right. Great achievement as far as I was concerned - my 2nd pot was quite delightful! Thank you for a satisfying day."

Potterydayz responded:

"It was a pleasure to see you here at Potterydayz Rowena, I am happy that you enjoyed your day. See you again soon I hope. Happy New Year All the best Richard"

Tatyana D reviewed: Pottery wheel throwing and hand building full day

"Brilliant workshop with Richard! My daughter was absolutely thrilled to use the pottery wheel for the first time and with Richard's guidance we have made beautiful pieces of pottery. Can't wait to go back for a glazing session! Definitely recommend the course as a family adventure or individual experience."

Jane and Amy reviewed: Pottery wheel throwing and hand building full day

"Had an excellent day in November on one of Richard's all day courses, throwing pots in the morning and hand sculpting in the afternoon. Richard is a great relaxed teacher...we made a lot of messes! But he just kept encouraging and showing us and we managed to throw pots we were happy to have fired. Can thoroughly recommend this..one of us is quite creative, the other not so much but both of us enjoyed it so much and was lovely to do something together."

Potterydayz responded:

"Delighted you enjoyed your time here at Potterydayz, hope to see you again in the near future."

Rachel Evett reviewed: Pottery wheel throwing and hand building full day

"We set up a session for our three children ages 12, 16 and 19. They had a blast. Richard is a wonderful instructor. He’s encouraging, patient and witty."

Potterydayz responded:

"Thank you for the review- it was a great pleasure to have you over at potterydayz and I look forward to having you back for glazing soon Richard"

Kim Dugdale reviewed: Pottery wheel throwing and hand building full day

"I had a voucher bought for me from my husband. I had not done pottery since school (32 years ago ). I went along to Richard’s a few weeks ago and had a great day throwing pots and hand building. Richard is an excellent, patient teacher and made it a fun day. I would highly recommend this course and will be returning myself Thank you Richard"

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

"Booked a day with Richard for my husbands Birthday. Wasn’t really sure what to expect. Richard made us feel very welcome and was very helpful (with me) as this was my first time making coil pots. We had a lovely lunch which Richard had made for us from his own home grown veg and some yummy bread. After lunch we moved on to the potters wheel. My husband really enjoyed this part as he knew what to do .... me on the other hand needed more help (which Richard provided). We both had a really enjoyable day with some laughs ‘thrown’ in along the way. Thank you Richard"

Cody Akhurst reviewed: Pottery wheel throwing and hand building full day

"Had an amazing day! Richard is a great teacher! I learnt so much whilst having a fun time. I shall definitely be back to learn more techniques soon!"

Potterydayz responded:

"Thank you for the review Cody it was a pleasure to teach you. Delighted you enjoyed your time with Potterydayz. Look forward to seeing you soon"

Yvonne Akhurst reviewed: Pottery wheel throwing and hand building full day

"What an absolutely fabulous day! My daughter and I thoroughly enjoyed our potting course with Richard, he was patient, funny and a cracking teacher. We would highly recommend this course and we will be back again for more in May!"

Potterydayz responded:

"That's great Yvonne and delighted you enjoyed the day. I look forward to seeing you in May."

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

"As a total newbie to pottery I was a little worried about not being able to do anything and coming away disappointed. I couldn’t have been more wrong and my worries were unfounded. Richard was kind, patient and a brilliant teacher. I had an absolute blast and can’t wait to see how my items turned out! It doesn’t matter if you’re a novice or if you’re a worrier, Richard was great throughout the whole session!"