4 Day Throwing Course with Andy Mason

Clay College Stoke Clay College, Middleport Pottery, STOKE-ON-TRENT, County

This 4 day intensive throwing course is suitable for a range of learners; including beginners and improvers, enabling you to develop greater consistency or working towards throwing bigger and taller pots.  There will be a range of demonstrations as well as plenty of opportunities to practice throwing and help you develop your technique with the [...]

£375

Throwing Taster Session- Morning

Clay College Stoke Clay College, Middleport Pottery, STOKE-ON-TRENT, County

Give throwing a go!  This taster session is aimed at people with very limited or no experience of throwing who wish to have a go. During the taster session, you will try out the basic skills and techniques needed to centre and throw basic forms. There will be a range of demonstrations followed by sessions [...]

£50.00

Glaze Application

Clay College Stoke Clay College, Middleport Pottery, STOKE-ON-TRENT, County

During this 2-day workshop, you will be taught the following techniques:  Choosing the appropriate glaze for the clay and type of firing (electric or reduction gas kiln). Planning how to glaze a piece of work. Pouring and dipping. Use of glazing tongs. Wax resist, layering and double-dipping. Spraying. Touching up finger marks and preparing for [...]

£250.00

2 Week Intensive Throwing

Clay College Stoke Clay College, Middleport Pottery, STOKE-ON-TRENT, County

This 10-day (Mon-Fri) intensive throwing course is suitable for a range of learners; including improvers to those that are proficient in throwing. This course will enable you to develop greater consistency or to work towards throwing bigger and taller pots.  There will be a range of demonstrations as well as plenty of opportunities to practice [...]

£995.00

Improvers Throwing Weekend

Clay College Stoke Clay College, Middleport Pottery, STOKE-ON-TRENT, County

There will be a range of demonstrations as well as plenty of opportunities to practice throwing and to develop your technique. The weekend is suitable for those who have experience of throwing, are able to centre clay, and are confident in throwing a 10cm cylinder, but who want to develop greater consistency in their throwing [...]

£250.00

3 Day Technician/Home Workshop Course

Clay College Stoke Clay College, Middleport Pottery, STOKE-ON-TRENT, County

Over the 3 days, this course will cover: H&S:  Coshh. Dust - wet cleaning,  Vacuum cleaner options. Materials storage. Toxic materials. Kiln positioning and safety. Workshop layout. Risk assessments. Clay: How to reclaim clay: How to make a plaster batt for reclaim. Blending clays. Wedging. Pugmills - safe use and maintenance. Casting slips. Raw materials [...]

£400.00

Throwing Taster Session- Morning

Clay College Stoke Clay College, Middleport Pottery, STOKE-ON-TRENT, County

Give throwing a go! This taster session is aimed at people with very limited or no experience of throwing who wish to have a go. During the taster session, you will try out the basic skills and techniques needed to centre and throw basic forms. There will be a range of demonstrations followed by sessions [...]

£50.00

Throwing Taster Session- Afternoon

Clay College Stoke Clay College, Middleport Pottery, STOKE-ON-TRENT, County

Give throwing a go! This taster session is aimed at people with very limited or no experience of throwing who wish to have a go. During the taster session, you will try out the basic skills and techniques needed to centre and throw basic forms. There will be a range of demonstrations followed by sessions [...]

£50.00

Glaze Formulation for Stoneware- SOLD OUT

Clay College Stoke Clay College, Middleport Pottery, STOKE-ON-TRENT, County

Explanations, demonstration of, and formulations of stoneware glazes. During this 2 day course, we will cover: - How raw materials can be blended to form a range of glazes with varying surface qualities. Identifying materials and their  contribution to glaze melt. The glaze properties of other raw materials.  -oxidised and reduction glazes.  -General formulation of [...]

£250.00

Kiln Building- FULL

Clay College Stoke Clay College, Middleport Pottery, STOKE-ON-TRENT, County

Over the course, with the guidance of Kevin Millward and Ben Brierley, you will learn to build, pack and fire a dry-laid, self-supporting kiln. This course will cover: Information on different types and grades of brick- advantages, and disadvantages. Fuel and kiln design options. Methods of construction.  Calculating, Cutting, and constructing arches.  Building a dry [...]

£500.00

Introduction to Raku with Andy Mason- FULLY BOOKED

This workshop will be run by Andy Mason, a potter with over 30 years of ceramics experience. In this workshop he combines his individual techniques with the great tradition of Raku, sharing his enthusiasm for this fascinating activity ~ a blend of art, alchemy, and surprise You will be guided and encouraged through creative glazing [...]

£75.00

Introduction to Raku with Andy Mason- Sunday

This workshop will be run by Andy Mason, a potter with over 30 years of ceramics experience. In this workshop he combines his individual techniques with the great tradition of Raku, sharing his enthusiasm for this fascinating activity ~ a blend of art, alchemy, and surprise You will be guided and encouraged through creative glazing [...]

£75.00

5 Day Throwing

There will be a range of demonstrations as well as plenty of opportunities to practice throwing and to develop your technique. This course is suitable for those who have experience of throwing, but who want to develop greater consistency in their throwing and learn to throw bigger and taller pots. The course will cover: Clay [...]

£520.00

Glaze Formulation for Stoneware- SOLD OUT

Clay College Stoke Clay College, Middleport Pottery, STOKE-ON-TRENT, County

Explanations, demonstration of, and formulations of stoneware glazes. During this 2 day course, we will cover: - How raw materials can be blended to form a range of glazes with varying surface qualities. Identifying materials and their contribution to glaze melt. The glaze properties of other raw materials.  -oxidised and reduction glazes.  -General formulation of [...]

£250.00

Kiln Building- FULL

During this course, with the guidance of Kevin Millward and Ben Brierley, you will learn to build, pack and fire a dry-laid, self-supporting kiln. This course will cover: Information on different types and grades of brick- advantages, and disadvantages. Fuel and kiln design options. Methods of construction.  Calculating, Cutting, and constructing arches.  Building a dry-laid [...]

£500.00

Kiln Building- FULL

Clay College Stoke Clay College, Middleport Pottery, STOKE-ON-TRENT, County

During this course, with the guidance of Kevin Millward and Ben Brierley, you will learn to build, pack and fire a dry-laid, self-supporting kiln. This course will cover: Information on different types and grades of brick- advantages, and disadvantages. Fuel and kiln design options. Methods of construction.  Calculating, Cutting, and constructing arches.  Building a dry-laid [...]

£500.00

Taster Session- Morning

Clay College Stoke Clay College, Middleport Pottery, STOKE-ON-TRENT, County

Give throwing a go! This taster session is aimed at people with very limited or no experience of throwing who wish to have a go. During the taster session, you will try out the basic skills and techniques needed to centre and throw basic forms. There will be a range of demonstrations followed by sessions [...]

£50.00

Taster Throwing Session- Afternoon

Clay College Stoke Clay College, Middleport Pottery, STOKE-ON-TRENT, County

Give throwing a go! This taster session is aimed at people with very limited or no experience of throwing who wish to have a go. During the taster session, you will try out the basic skills and techniques needed to centre and throw basic forms. There will be a range of demonstrations followed by sessions [...]

£50.00

Kiln Building- June FULL

During this course, with the guidance of Kevin Millward and Ben Brierley, you will learn to build, pack and fire a dry-laid, self-supporting kiln. This course will cover: Information on different types and grades of brick- advantages, and disadvantages. Fuel and kiln design options. Methods of construction.  Calculating, Cutting, and constructing arches.  Building a dry-laid [...]

£500.00

Glaze Formulation for Stoneware- FULL

Explanations, demonstration of, and formulations of stoneware glazes. During this 2 day course, we will cover: – How raw materials can be blended to form a range of glazes with varying surface qualities. Identifying materials and their contribution to glaze melt. The glaze properties of other raw materials. -oxidised and reduction glazes. -General formulation of transparent [...]

£250.00

Throwing Taster Session- Morning- FULL

Clay College Stoke Clay College, Middleport Pottery, STOKE-ON-TRENT, County

Give throwing a go! This taster session is aimed at people with very limited or no experience of throwing who wish to have a go. During the taster session, you will try out the basic skills and techniques needed to centre and throw basic forms. There will be a range of demonstrations followed by sessions [...]

£50

5 Day Advanced and Creative Throwing

Clay College Stoke Clay College, Middleport Pottery, STOKE-ON-TRENT, County

Experience level intermediate. Must be able to centre and competently throw cylinders and bowls. This course will cover:  Designing and planning forms Weighing out clay Measuring Preparing clay Throwing component parts Altering and marking thrown parts How to join effectively Avoiding joining cracks Assembling large pots Throwing and assembling thrown sculptural pieces. slips Finishing joins [...]

£500.00

Teapot Masterclass with Kevin Millward

Clay College Stoke Clay College, Middleport Pottery, STOKE-ON-TRENT, County

This is a three day Masterclass aimed at people who already have intermediate throwing skills and who wish to learn to produce tea or coffee pots, using more advanced techniques of studio pottery in a professional working studio environment. The course is suitable for those who have experience of throwing, and are able to centre [...]

£350.00

Introduction to Raku with Andy Mason- Saturday

Clay College Stoke Clay College, Middleport Pottery, STOKE-ON-TRENT, County

This workshop will be run by Andy Mason, a potter with over 30 years of ceramics experience. In this workshop he combines his individual techniques with the great tradition of Raku, sharing his enthusiasm for this fascinating activity ~ a blend of art, alchemy, and surprise You will be guided and encouraged through creative glazing [...]

£75

Glaze Formulation for Stoneware- July

Clay College Stoke Clay College, Middleport Pottery, STOKE-ON-TRENT, County

Explanations, demonstration of, and formulations of stoneware glazes. During this 2 day course, we will cover: How raw materials can be blended to form a range of glazes with varying surface qualities. Identifying materials and their contribution to glaze melt. The glaze properties of other raw materials. Oxidised and reduction glazes. General formulation of transparent [...]

£250.00

Improvers Throwing Weekend

Clay College Stoke Clay College, Middleport Pottery, STOKE-ON-TRENT, County

Over the weekend, there will be a range of demonstrations as well as plenty of opportunities to practice throwing and to develop your technique. This weekend course is taught by our fantastic Clay College Graduates and is suitable for those who have experience of throwing, are able to centre clay, and are confident in throwing [...]

£250.00

2 Week Intensive Throwing- FULL

Clay College Stoke Clay College, Middleport Pottery, STOKE-ON-TRENT, County

This intensive throwing course is suitable for a range of learners; including improvers to those that are proficient in throwing. This course will enable you to develop greater consistency or to work towards throwing bigger and taller pots.  There will be a range of demonstrations as well as plenty of opportunities to practice throwing and [...]

£950.00

1 Day Masterclass with Dylan Bowen

Clay College Stoke Clay College, Middleport Pottery, STOKE-ON-TRENT, County

  Dylan Bowen is a renowned slipware potter who makes slip decorated earthenware using traditional and contemporary techniques and materials. The day will start with a range demonstrations by Dylan Bowen, showing the different ways he uses clay and slip. In the afternoon there will be a practical, hands-on making session where you will be [...]

£100.00

Introduction to Raku with Andy Mason

Clay College Stoke Clay College, Middleport Pottery, STOKE-ON-TRENT, County

This workshop will be run by Andy Mason, a potter with over 30 years of ceramics experience. In this workshop he combines his individual techniques with the great tradition of Raku, sharing his enthusiasm for this fascinating activity ~ a blend of art, alchemy, and surprise You will be guided and encouraged through creative glazing [...]

£75.00

1 Day Improvers Throwing Masterclass with Brian Dickenson

Clay College Stoke Clay College, Middleport Pottery, STOKE-ON-TRENT, County

Clay College Stoke is very pleased to be able to offer a 1 Day Improvers Throwing Masterclass with Brian Dickenson, Saturday 10th December. There will be a range of demonstrations as well as plenty of opportunities to practice throwing and develop your technique. The day is suitable for those who have experience in throwing, are [...]

£100.00

1 Day Masterclass Talk & Demonstrations by Mike Dodd

Clay College Stoke Clay College, Middleport Pottery, STOKE-ON-TRENT, County

Clay College Stoke is very pleased to be able to offer a 1 Day Masterclass Talk & Demonstrations led by Mike Dodd, 10 am - 4 pm, Saturday 11th February.   This would be a rare opportunity to learn from Master potter Mike Dodd. In this class, Mike will demonstrate his unique techniques in working [...]

£50.00 – £75.00

Throwing Taster Session- Afternoon

Clay College Stoke Clay College, Middleport Pottery, STOKE-ON-TRENT, County

Give throwing a go! This taster session is aimed at people with very limited or no experience of throwing who wish to have a go. During the taster session, you will try out the basic skills and techniques needed to centre and throw basic forms. There will be a range of demonstrations followed by sessions [...]

£50.00

Introduction to Raku

Clay College Stoke Clay College, Middleport Pottery, STOKE-ON-TRENT, County

This workshop will be run by Andy Mason, a potter with over 30 years of ceramics experience. In this workshop, he combines his individual techniques with the great tradition of Raku, sharing his enthusiasm for this fascinating activity ~ a blend of art, alchemy, and surprise You will be guided and encouraged through creative glazing [...]

£75.00

Introduction to Raku

Clay College Stoke Clay College, Middleport Pottery, STOKE-ON-TRENT, County

This workshop will be run by Andy Mason, a potter with over 30 years of ceramics experience. In this workshop, he combines his individual techniques with the great tradition of Raku, sharing his enthusiasm for this fascinating activity ~ a blend of art, alchemy, and surprise You will be guided and encouraged through creative glazing [...]

£75.00

4 Day Hands on Masterclass with Brian Dickenson

Clay College Stoke Clay College, Middleport Pottery, STOKE-ON-TRENT, County

Clay College Stoke is so pleased to be able to offer a 4-Day Hands-on Easter Masterclass from the 13th to the 16th of April. The masterclass focuses on Jug forms including forming lips and handles and the use of slips for decoration. This course is suitable for those who wish to improve their throwing and [...]

£450.00

Throwing on the Wheel: Pottery Taster Session – May 13, 10am – 1 pm

Clay College Stoke Clay College, Middleport Pottery, STOKE-ON-TRENT, County

Have you ever wanted to try your hand at making a pot on the wheel? Now is your chance! This taster session is aimed at people with very limited or no experience of throwing who wish to have a go. During the taster session, you will try out the basic skills and techniques needed to [...]

£50.00

Throwing on the Wheel: Pottery Taster Session – May 13, 1:45pm – 4:45pm

Have you ever wanted to try your hand at making a pot on the wheel? Now is your chance! This taster session is aimed at people with very limited or no experience of throwing who wish to have a go. During the taster session, you will try out the basic skills and techniques needed to [...]

£50.00

2 Day Hands on Masterclass with Brian Dickenson

Clay College Stoke Clay College, Middleport Pottery, STOKE-ON-TRENT, County

Clay College Stoke is so pleased to be able to offer a 2-Day Hands-on masterclass from the 27th to the 28th of May. All comers welcome, this is the perfect opportunity to build your core skills, including wedging, kneading, trimming, reclaiming, repeat throwing, as well as throwing cylinders, bowls and flatware. The class will be [...]

£250.00

Throwing on the Wheel: Pottery Taster Session – June 3, 10am – 1pm

Have you ever wanted to try your hand at making a pot on the wheel? Now is your chance! This taster session is aimed at people with very limited or no experience of throwing who wish to have a go. During the taster session, you will try out the basic skills and techniques needed to [...]

£50.00

4-Day Kiln Building Masterclass with Kevin Millward and Brian Dickenson

During this course, with the guidance of Kevin Millward and Brian Dickenson, you will learn to build, pack and fire a dry-laid, self-supporting kiln. Unlike previous kiln-building masterclasses, this course will feature two firings with two different kilns. This course will cover: Information on different types and grades of brick- advantages, and disadvantages. Fuel and [...]

£500.00

2-Day Masterclass with John Mackenzie

Clay College are delighted to welcome John Mackenzie for a 2-day masterclass on Saturday 8th July and Sunday 9th July. With a focus on wood firing, this masterclass will include lectures on wood firing techniques, kilns, slips, forms and glazes, as well as centring and throwing large amounts of clay, exploring mark making on smaller vessels [...]

£250.00

Home Technician Course – Darren Ellis.

Clay College Stoke Clay College, Middleport Pottery, STOKE-ON-TRENT, County

This intensive 2 day course will cover: Workshop Health & Safety. Clay handling - reclaiming, wedging, blending. Glaze technology – mixing, application, storing. Kiln packing. Gas and electric firing. Clay College is a not-for-profit organisation so all the proceeds from our masterclasses support the work we do. Please note: There will be plenty of tea, [...]

£250.00

Ruth King – Handbuilding Masterclass

We're delighted to be welcoming Ruth King back to Clay College for a two-day Handbuilding Masterclass on 7th & 8th October. This short course will feature demonstrations from the esteemed potter, followed by a guided two-day making workshop. All abilities are welcome, from absolute beginners to experienced makers and everything in between. Whether you want [...]

£250.00

Introduction to Raku

Clay College Stoke Clay College, Middleport Pottery, STOKE-ON-TRENT, County

This workshop will be run by Andy Mason, a potter with over 30 years of ceramics experience. In this workshop, he combines his individual techniques with the great tradition of Raku, sharing his enthusiasm for this fascinating activity ~ a blend of art, alchemy, and surprise! You will be guided and encouraged through creative glazing [...]

£75.00

Shozo Michikawa – A Day of Demonstrations & Conversation

Clay College are delighted to be welcoming leading Japanese potter Shozo Michikawa for 'A Day of Demonstrations & Conversation' on Sunday 5th November. With over forty years of experience in making and exhibiting all over the world, this is an incredibly special, intimate and rare opportunity. Gain an introduction to his work and learn about [...]

Adam Frew – Porcelain Masterclass

Clay College Stoke Clay College, Middleport Pottery, STOKE-ON-TRENT, County

We're delighted to be welcoming Adam Frew back to Clay College for a two-day Porcelain Masterclass on the 18th and 19th of November. This short course will feature demonstrations from the esteemed potter, followed by a guided two-day throwing workshop. Suitable for any level from beginners to improvers, you will be using the potter’s wheel [...]

£250.00

Glaze Technology Masterclass with Matthew Blakely

A 1-day advanced glaze technology course led by Matthew Blakely. The morning session will cover theory, developing glazes and tests to take home and fire at your chosen temperatures. Individuals will be guided and advised on their needs. The afternoon will be a workshop on troubleshooting and problem-solving. Participants will be invited to bring examples [...]

£125.00

Throwing Taster Day – Sat 10th Feb

Have you ever wanted to try your hand at making a pot on the wheel? Now is your chance! This taster session is aimed at people with very limited or no experience of throwing who wish to have a go. During the taster session, you will try out the basic skills and techniques needed to [...]

£50.00

4 Day Throwing Masterclass with Brian Dickenson

Clay College Stoke is so pleased to be able to offer a 4-Day Hands-on Masterclass from Saturday 17th to Tuesday 20th February. This course is suitable for complete beginners or those who have some knowledge and wish to improve their throwing. Topics to be covered: Clay preparation, wedging and kneading. Throwing techniques Lifting techniques, hand [...]

£450.00

Introduction to Raku

This workshop will be run by Andy Mason, a potter with over 30 years of ceramics experience. In this workshop, he combines his techniques with the great tradition of Raku, sharing his enthusiasm for this fascinating activity ~ a blend of art, alchemy, and surprise! You will be guided and encouraged through creative glazing methods [...]

£75.00

Home Technician Workshop – Darren Ellis

Saturday 16th - Sunday 17th March This intensive 2-day course will cover: Workshop Health & Safety. Clay handling - reclaiming, wedging, blending. Glaze technology – mixing, application, storing. Kiln packing. Gas and electric firing. Clay College is a not-for-profit organisation so all the proceeds from our masterclasses support the work we do. Please note: There [...]

£250.00

Throwing Taster Day – Sat 23rd March

Have you ever wanted to try your hand at making a pot on the wheel? Now is your chance! This taster session is aimed at people with very limited or no experience of throwing who wish to have a go. During the taster session, you will try out the basic skills and techniques needed to [...]

£50.00