Ceramics Workshop
Adult classes in Ceramics are flexible in their delivery and use of techniques. All processes in handling clay are covered. There are specific four week courses if students would like to refine a technique, for example throwing clay on the potter’s wheel.
Emphasis is on having fun and using clay to express your ideas. What you make is up to you, with the tutor guiding you on the techniques and practicalities of handling clay.
Emphasis is on having fun and using clay to express your ideas. What you make is up to you, with the tutor guiding you on the techniques and practicalities of handling clay.
Course Information
Course Type:
Adult
Study Mode:
Evening
Qualification:
Other
Location:
Deane Road Campus
Course Code:
VP080-IG06
Course Length:
8
Start Date:
TBC
Subject Area:
SERVICE INDUSTRIES
Overview
Adult classes in Ceramics are flexible in their delivery and use of techniques. All processes in handling clay are covered. There are specific four week courses if students would like to refine a technique, for example throwing clay on the potter's wheel.
Emphasis is on having fun and using clay to express your ideas. What you make is up to you, with the tutor guiding you on the techniques and practicalities of handling clay.
Emphasis is on having fun and using clay to express your ideas. What you make is up to you, with the tutor guiding you on the techniques and practicalities of handling clay.
Group Times
We’re currently finalising next year’s timetable, but you can register your interest now to receive priority access to this course before enrolment officially opens. We will let you know once the priority access window opens.
Fees
Tuition Fee: £120.00
Courses fees are subject to change.
Courses fees are subject to change.
What You'll Learn
Slab building, throwing, coiling, press moulding and slip casting can be tried out plus experimenting with colours and glazing.
How Will I Be Assessed?
This course is for pleasure only and is not formally assessed.
Your tutor will offer assistance to beginners and advice for those with more experience. Encouragement and informal feedback throughout the course of the tutor.
Your tutor will offer assistance to beginners and advice for those with more experience. Encouragement and informal feedback throughout the course of the tutor.
Entry Requirements
Adult ceramic courses are non accredited. Beginners, intermediate or advanced learners are welcome.
I'm Interested, What Next?
Apply now to get priority access to enrol onto this course. We will let you know once the priority access window opens
Future Opportunities
Continue to access our facilities and develop your artistic skills in ceramics by enrolling on another course. Daytime and evening courses are available throughout our academic year.
You may want to consider doing an alternative creative course at Bolton College. Details can be found on our website: http://www.boltoncollege.ac.uk/coursedetails
You may want to consider doing an alternative creative course at Bolton College. Details can be found on our website: http://www.boltoncollege.ac.uk/coursedetails
Who Can I Speak To?
In the first instance please send a message to arts@boltoncc.ac.uk
Anything Else I Need to Know?
Materials, tools and equipment are all provided. Aprons are also supplied.
It is advised that you wear old clothes or an apron (or protective clothing to protect against clay dust as you may get messy). Due to health and safety, no open toed shoes are allowed in the ceramic workshops.
The tutor will cover basic health and safety principles in the ceramic studio, necessary for handling clay, Fire and first aid precautions and necessary guidelines on keeping dust to a minimum.
It is advised that you wear old clothes or an apron (or protective clothing to protect against clay dust as you may get messy). Due to health and safety, no open toed shoes are allowed in the ceramic workshops.
The tutor will cover basic health and safety principles in the ceramic studio, necessary for handling clay, Fire and first aid precautions and necessary guidelines on keeping dust to a minimum.
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