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Hand Build Pottery - Developer
Course Summary
Code: S00251
Location: HEADS UP
Places: Full
Cost: £0 - £180 - See Details Details
Starting: 23 June 2025
Day: Monday
Time: 14:00
Duration: 6 sessions over 6 week(s)
By continuing you confirm that you are aged 19 or over and have agreed to the the terms and conditions
Description
This course is run by Heads Up.
Have you ever wanted to master the art of pottery?
This course is the perfect opportunity to hone your pottery skills. Building on topics taught in our taster and starter sessions, this developer course will help you develop your clay techniques from simple to more advanced levels.
Over six sessions, you'll create a clay project that to take home as a memento. If you have some experience of working with clay, this course will take your abilities to the next level.
What this course explores:
- Simple and advanced pottery techniques
- Finishing and glazing
- Attaching additional parts
- Making a project
Sign up to discover the satisfaction of hand-building your own pottery piece.
What are the entry requirements for this course?
This course is suitable if you have completed our Starter Level in this subject or a similar subject area, or have previous experience, and want to progress and explore this subject in more depth.
Venue directions
There is parking on site. There is a bus from Wells to South Horrington no. 173 which stops at the end of Upper Breach. Heads Up is 3 minutes walk from here on the left hand side. You will see a yellow defibrillator on the outside of the wall.
What will I need to bring?
Please bring an apron and wear clothes you don't mind getting dusty or messy. Please also bring photo ID with you e.g. passport or driving licence and if applicable evidence of benefits or income under £25k per annum. (if not already checked with Community Learning team)
Testimonial
"I have learned so much about clay and that fact that I love it. I'd like to do more pottery. I didn't realise how much I needed the time and space to call 'my own'." - Previous learner.
Will I be assessed?
There is no formal assessment for this course. Your tutor will provide feedback to help you improve.
What can I do next?
At the end of this course, if you'd like to continue with your learning in this subject, you'll be able to progress onto our Enhancer Level courses.
Our workshops and courses are designed to provide essential skills, develop confidence and resilience, improve your health and wellbeing, prepare you for further learning or employment, provide ways to learn with your family and build communities. We have a wide range of workshops and courses, and you can explore more on our website. There's something for everyone!
Time and duration
Start Date: 23 June 2025
Start Time: 14:00
Day: Monday Afternoon
First Lesson Duration: 02:00
Total Weeks: 6
Location
HEADS UP
Heads Up - Upper Breach
South Horrington
Wells
Somerset BA5 3QG