Ceramics & Pottery Courses in London
Try your hand at making beautiful, creative objects out of clay. Working in one of our ceramics studios, our friendly and experienced tutors will teach you a range of techniques to help you master the ancient craft of pottery. Our pottery courses take place during the evening, daytime and weekend, just remember to book early as these popular courses fill up fast! Any questions? Contact our visual arts team on 020 7492 2700 Monday - Friday between 10am - 5pm.
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Four-day taster course in ceramics
Course Date: Sun 3 May 2020
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetIdeal if you are a beginner and would like to experience and explore the major ways of making pottery - throwing and hand building. Pots will be decorated, glazed and fired during the course.Full fee: £349.00Senior fee: £349.00Concession: £349.00 -
Digital surface design for ceramics
Course Date: Tue 5 May 2020
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetLearn how to transform simple ceramicwares with the use of photo transfers and Adobe Photoshop. Using scanned images, photos or artwork, edit your design before applying images onto plates, cups etc. Work will be kiln fired and we will cover the design process from start to finish.Full fee: £149.00Senior fee: £119.00Concession: £91.00 -
Introduction to ceramics
Course Date: Mon 11 May 2020 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetGain a basic understanding of hand-building, glazing and decoration techniques. Explore your creative ideas whilst learning the exciting possibilities of working with clay. Enjoy a taster experience of throwing on the wheel in the final session.Full fee: £399.00Senior fee: £399.00Concession: £243.00 -
Friday evening pottery
Course Date: Fri 15 May 2020 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetSuitable for students who want to learn basic design, handbuilding, decoration and glazing techniques or for students who want to refresh or develop existing ceramics skills. Everyone will be encouraged to explore and experiment with different skills and techniques in a friendly and supportive environment.Full fee: £299.00Senior fee: £299.00Concession: £182.00 -
Intermediate handbuilding
Course Date: Sun 31 May 2020
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetExplore your personal creative ideas in clay, increase your making and decorating skills. Use a range of hand building techniques to develop your practical skills and expand your knowledge of ceramic materials.Full fee: £449.00Senior fee: £449.00Concession: £449.00 -
Ceramics as a canvas: traditional slip decoration and surface treatments in clay
Course Date: Sat 11 Jul 2020
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetDevelop new skills in traditional ceramic decorating - including how to interpret patterns, text and drawings on a clay surface using slip-techniques, agates and textures. Suitable for beginners and those with previous experience.Full fee: £449.00Senior fee: £449.00Concession: £274.00 -
Experimental ceramics
Course Date: Sun 12 Jul 2020
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetA chance to use different clays with the addition of oxides, fluxing agents and natural combustible materials. Fuse found objects in the kiln, make biscuit slips and investigate the textural possibilities of glazes.Full fee: £449.00Senior fee: £449.00Concession: £449.00 -
Intensive throwing week
Course Date: Mon 27 Jul 2020
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetDevelop your skills on the wheel. You will have your own wheel and the opportunity to use a variety of types of clay. The course is for experienced throwers and is ideal if you wish to develop your practice further. Intermediate level, throwing skills required.Full fee: £449.00Senior fee: £449.00Concession: £274.00 -
Intensive throwing week: beginners and refreshers
Course Date: Mon 3 Aug 2020
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetLearn how to throw mugs, bowls and lidded jars. Intermediate students can use this course to refresh their skills on the wheel. Tutor:.Full fee: £449.00Senior fee: £449.00Concession: £274.00 -
City Lit ceramics
Course Date: Mon 14 Sep 2020 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetLearn a wide variety of techniques including throwing, handbuilding, decoration and glazing. Ideal for beginners to pottery or for those with some experience.Full fee: £1,729.00Senior fee: £1,383.00Concession: £1,055.00 -
City Lit ceramics workshop
Course Date: Mon 14 Sep 2020 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetWorkshop in ceramics alongside students on VR710 City Lit ceramics.Full fee: £1,499.00Senior fee: £1,499.00Concession: £1,499.00 -
Ceramics portfolio course
Course Date: Wed 16 Sep 2020 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetAttending two days a week, you will develop your ceramic techniques and drawing skills to build a portfolio of 2D and 3D work. Focus on the development of your personal ideas within a structure of varied projects, which could lead onto study in further and higher education. Some materials are included.Full fee: £2,609.00Senior fee: £2,087.00Concession: £1,591.00 -
City Lit ceramics portfolio workshop
Course Date: Wed 16 Sep 2020
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetWorkshop in ceramics alongside students on VR711 City Lit ceramics portfolio.Full fee: £1,329.00Senior fee: £1,063.00Concession: £811.00 -
Ceramics: throwing and decoration
Course Date: Mon 27 Apr 2020
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetExperiment with and develop your existing throwing skills and decorating techniques. Make experimental pieces and explore your ideas.Full fee: £649.00Senior fee: £519.00Concession: £396.00 -
Pottery: evening course
Course Date: Tue 28 Apr 2020 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetFor those with previous experience who want to work towards their own goals, or for beginners who want to learn hand-building and throwing processes. We'll also cover glazing and surface decoration.Full fee: £499.00Senior fee: £499.00Concession: £304.00
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