Animal forms in ceramic

City Lit

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In London

£ 249 VAT inc.

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Description

  • Type

    Course

  • Location

    London

  • Start date

    Different dates available

The course is about exploring the possibilities of creating small scale animal forms in clay, using various techniques.

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Location

Start date

London
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Keeley Street, Covent Garden, WC2B 4BA

Start date

Different dates availableEnrolment now open

About this course

- Have an understanding of one or several hand-building techniques
- Be able to use these techniques to create small clay animal forms
- Be able to consider the surface of the figure/s, and have an understanding of simple decorating techniques as
appropriate.

There is a charge of £2.00 per 500g for clay before firing, the porcelain charge is £17.50 per bag/ £8.75 per half bag.Tools and materials provided; you do not need to bring anything with you.

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Course programme

Slab building, coiling, and pinching will be taught, as well as different tooling techniques to bring three-dimensional
clay figures to life. If you are a thrower, you are welcome to add or work with thrown elements. We will explore some
basic surface decoration with slips, mono-printing and texture, as well as glazing.

You will be taught through presentations, demonstrations, and explanations, as well as hand-outs. The tutor will provide guidance and advice. You will not be required to do any work outside the class, but if you wish to do and drawing, sketching, or collecting images, you are very welcome to do so.

Additional information

Pottery for beginners and improvers - VR792 or Ceramics surface decoration in clay - VR719. At the end of the course you will be given information about further courses available for those who wish to continue. General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Student Centre and Library on Monday to Friday from 12:00 – 19:00. See the course guide for term dates and further details

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