Thrown Ceramics Short Course
Course description
Course overview
This exciting course teaches students the basics of throwing clay on the wheel and supports those who have some experience of using a pottery wheel. You will learn to wedge and prepare the clay, centre it on the wheel and make a variety of functional or ornamental vessels. You will also learn how to turn and trim your pieces at the leather-hard stage. A wide variety of surface decoration techniques will be covered, and you will use a range of colouring oxides, slips and stains.
Throwing is a challenging, but hugely rewarding experience and requires time on the wheel to develop the skills needed to make competent forms. The tutor will demonstrate different techniques to the class and support individual learning when needed.
Who this course is for
This course is suitable for anyone, aged 18 and other, interested in thrown ceramics. Some experience of clay throwing is useful. Beginners are welcome, as are those looking to expand existing knowledge.
Key information
Topics covered
- How to wedge the clay
- The principles of centering and learn to cone up and down to centre the clay
- Practice centering the clay and making cylinders
- Learn to ""collar in"" and ""flare/belly out"" to shape the pot
- Trim and turn foot rings and decorate using slips and oxides
- Make and attach handles
- Make bowls, jugs and vases
- Learn about faceting, carving and piercing
- Final pieces, finishing off and selecting work to be fired
Learning outcomes
- Equip yourself with tools to learn how to challenge yourself
- Boost your confidence in throwing different forms
- Digital badge and certificate of attendance
Materials
- Apron
Tutor
Matilda Moreton
Matilda Moreton attended the Ceramic Design degree course at Central St Martins, graduating in 2004, specialising in surface design and hand built ceramics. As well as teaching, her practice includes site-specific installation projects and thrown tableware. You can find out more about Matilda by visiting her website.
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