Pottery: a taster course in throwing

This four-day course will introduce you to the basic techniques of throwing on the potter's wheel. You will produce a pot by the end of the course.

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Key course information

Dates
11/03/12 - 01/04/12

Day(s)
Sun

Duration
4 weeks

Time
10:30 - 16:30

Fees
Full fee: £196^NC

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
VR749

Availability
Available
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^NC: No concessionary fees available as there is no government funding for this course.

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Call enrolments: 020 7831 7831

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Course outline

What is the course about?

This four-day taster Pottery course in Throwing introduces you to the basic techniques of throwing clay on the potter’s wheel to make finished pots.

What topics will we cover?

This course develops basic throwing skills using clay on an electric potters wheel. You will have hands on experience of the throwing process, and cover the basic elements, to make functional pieces of work. Through learning how to prepare the clay, centre and pull up the clay, you will be able to create mugs and jugs, as well as open forms, such as bowls and plates. You will be shown how to use ceramic decorating materials and how to glaze the work produced. You will be shown a variety of pottery forms and designs in order to develop your own ideas about pottery shapes.

As part of the course you will be encouraged to keep a sketchbook to collect and note down your ideas and observations.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

• You will be able to create sketches of a pottery form
• You will learn how to make functional pieces, such as cups, bowls or a plate (this may not be decorated or fired if made in weeks 3 and 4 of the course).
• You will know how to make a foot ring on a bowl
• You will learn how to attach handles to clay work
• You will decorate and finish your work using ceramic decoration materials and glazes
• You will understand how lids are made and fitted.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

This course is ideal for beginners and those who might also have experience working with clay who are wishing to learn how to throw.

You should be able to follow simple written and verbal instructions to support demonstrations, hand-outs and for health and safety information, and will be invited to take part in group discussion. You should be able to use numbers and be able to do simple measurements and calculations.

Please look at the rest of the course outline carefully to decide if you may benefit from support in your English and Maths skills to help you to take part fully in this class.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

You will be taught through group and one to one tuition and demonstrations; handouts and hands on practice.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

There is a charge for clay @ £1.50 per 500g before work is fired. There is a communal pottery tool box for all students to use.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

No.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

Within the City Lit there are a number of classes for you to progress onto. The 2010/11 programme includes a range of day and weekend pottery classes, including the City & Guilds 7822 Structured Ceramics Course that is for one day a week.

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2700

visualarts@citylit.ac.uk

Please email us for advice or call us during these times:

Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays - 9.00 -12.00 & 15:00-18:00

Thursdays - 9.00-12.00

Saturdays - 14.00-17.00

To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.

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Dates	Day(s)	Time	Duration	Fees	Snr	Conc	Code	Availability
11/03/12 to 01/04/12	Sun	10:30 - 16:30	4 weeks	£196	£196	£196	VR749	Available	» Select
20/05/12 to 10/06/12	Sun	10:30 - 16:30	4 weeks	£196	£196	£196	VR750	Available	» Select
06/11/11 to 27/11/11	Sun	10:30 - 16:30	4 weeks	£196	£196	£196	VR748	Finished	» Select

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