Pottery Introduction Course
Dive into studio pottery basics by designing, handbuilding, and firing a mug and plate set. Gain expertise in tools, safety practices, clay handling, kiln operations, and even drying methods to produce flat, durable ceramics suitable for display or daily use. This course equips you with practical knowledge for consistent, high-standard results in pottery making.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This Introductory Pottery Workshop teaches core hands-on techniques to shape and fire a mug and plate from clay to completion. You'll explore clay properties, firing shrinkage, kiln safety protocols, precise measuring, drying control, and single-shelf kiln management. Follow straightforward instructions with safety measures and fixes for reliable, professional outcomes in a compact learning experience.
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Develop skills
- Professional handbuilding techniques for crafting ergonomic mugs and plates.
- Streamlined studio organisation for tools, kiln shelves, and safe firing processes.
- Mastery of clay properties, shrinkage control, drying phases, and firing timetables.
- Creating flat plates without warping through thickness control and foot design.
- Kiln operation safety with troubleshooting for cracks, blasts, and firing issues.
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