Try pottery (09C133CL/21)


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Adult Learning Cottingham
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Course details

Have you always wanted to have a go at crafting your own pottery? Or maybe you’ve been watching The Great Pottery Throw Down and been inspired? Either way, this free Try Pottery course is the perfect way to get your hands dirty and see if it’s for you.

As well as being hugely satisfying, working with pottery is a great way to help you relax and put the stresses of everyday life to one side. On this taster course in our fully fitted studio you’ll start to learn some of the basic skills and techniques needed to shape clay, and at the end you’ll have created something unique to take home with you.

And if you enjoy it, we have plenty of opportunities for you to take your learning further, and maybe be a Throw Down competitor yourself!

What do I need to join the course?

Enthusiasm to learn more! You do not need to have any previous experience or knowledge of pottery to join this course.

What do I need to provide for the first session?

All resources will be supplied-just bring an apron with you.

How will I be taught?

You will be taught by an experienced tutor and will take part in a range of activities including demonstrations, group and individual practical work.

What will I learn?

On this course you will prepare and roll out clay using guides. You will learn how to measure and cut out accurately to make your own tile, coaster or bunting, adding embellishments and decorations before you take it home.

What could I do next?

Once you’ve attended this course, you’ll be in a position to decide whether you wish to continue to learn more about pottery. If so then you may wish to progress to one of our other pottery courses and your tutor will give you more information about this in the session.

If you want to try a different subject then we offer a range of opportunities in computer skills, English, maths, employability, creative skills, retail, photography, supporting teaching and learning in schools etc.

Can we help you to learn?

You can find more information on the Financial help and additional support page or you can contact us to talk about this and any other support we can provide.

Venue Details

Adult Learning Cottingham
Adult Learning Centre, Hallgate, Cottingham
HU16 4DD

01482 842329