Welcome to SWANSEA COMMUNITY WORKSHOPS – the place where people get together in different workshops to share ideas and to learn from each other using shared resources such as workshop tools and computer equipment. In short, a place to be active and socialise.
Who?
Everyone is welcome. Like to make or mend things and learn new skills? Interested in carpentry, stained glass, hobbycrafts?
Why?
Fancy a cuppa with some new friends? Like to share your knowledge with others? Socialise and grow our group.
Where?
Swansea Community Workshops, where our aim is to create a relaxed space where people can work and share practical resources.
Beginners Pottery Throwing Course - Cups and Bowls
Beginners Pottery Throwing Course – Cups and Bowls
A throwing course aimed at beginners who would like to learn the basics and understand the fundamentals. Pottery classes are a great way to relax, meet new friends and learn a new skill! There are also many health benefits of pottery, including stress-relief and improved dexterity. All our classes are open to all abilities and ages!.
Course week by week Breakdown
Week 1 – Throwing basic forms Fundamental wheel setup and effective use Focus on clay centring techniques Introduction to wall pulling Hands-on practice: personalised instruction and feedback on correct throwing form and centring clay
Week 2 – Further form building Refining centring skillsRefining the opening of the clay and pulling the walls with even thickness Creating a textured surface Hands-on practice: personalised instruction and feedback on pulling walls more efficiently
Week 3 – Trimming + Handle making and attaching Identifying the ‘Leather hard’ stage of clay Using trimming tools effectively Creating footrings and smoothing walls Handle making – pulling handles and hand-building techniques Identifying challenges of trimming and attaching appendages Bisque firing is carried out between these weeks. 1000’C
Week 4 – GlazingBasics of Glaze – Dipping/Pouring/Brushing
Price:
£80 for members
£90 for non-members
Please contact us to express your interest in joining the class via our email or by telephone.
Email: Office@sccw.org.uk
Phone: 01792642868
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