Adult Clay Classes will continue the 1st of June. The Clay classes are on an ongoing basis and booked in blocks. They have been very busy and are expected to continue to be in 2026 with a waiting list in place. Contact us and we will try to get you involved in a clay class as soon as possible.
- Monday : 10am-12noon
- Tuesday : 10am-12noon
- Tuesday : 1pm – 3pm
- Tuesday : 6pm – 8pm
- Wednesday : 10am-12noon
- Wednesday : 1pm – 3pm
- Wednesday : 6pm – 8pm
Course lasts :
Course block lasts for 4 weeks
Should you join a class when a space becomes available, after the start you will simply be charged for the remaining weeks.
Maximum class size is 12
Course Costs : £16 per class, £64 for the full 4 week session payable on the first week.
About the Classes
This course block of classes allow individuals to have a go at sculpting in clay. It is entirely suitable for beginners or intermediate level students. Starting with simple techniques in pinch potting you will quickly learn how to build and alter forms to make a wide variety of objects. Not everyone comes to classes armed with ideas and so there is a variety of magazines and books to help inspire! You are welcome to have a go at whatever you like and you will be given guidance on the level of complexity before starting.
The classes are aimed at being an informal, fun and enjoyable. More importantly a chance to unwind and explore creativity that may or may not have lain dormant for some time!
The classes include
- Hand building to create sculptural forms
- Slab building
- Sgrafitto using coloured slips
- Low reflief work
- Functional ware
- There is a potters wheel and class members can have a go at throwing once the course is underway
- Instruction on finishing non functional or sculptural items in acrylics
- Glazing of functional items in underglaze with a clear glaze on top.
The course costs* cover clay, firings and paints or glazes for finishing.
About the tutor
Olha Kivlin was lecturing in graphics in Ukraine until 2022. She now lives in Scotland with her family. She has taught with the Workshop for over 3 years now and is now taking the adult clay classes. She will be assisted by Nicky De Graaf who will be teaching the Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning classes.
Please fill in the contact form to enquire about enrolling.
*covers up to the first 20kg of clay, glazes and firings. Additional clay may be purchased if required.
