CLASS / COURSE DESCRIPTION

We’re pleased to introduce Open Access Studio sessions — relaxed, self-directed time in the pottery studio to work on your own creative projects or just practice time. Each session costs £30 for approximately three hours (just £10 per hour). We’ve kept the price as reasonable as possible to make independent practice accessible and affordable. Open Access is for potters who are ready to work independently. It’s your time to practise, experiment and develop your own ideas. There’s no formal teaching during these sessions, although a responsible person will always be present in the studio. This is very much about giving you the space to learn through doing. Before booking, you’ll need to complete a studio induction so you can confidently find your way around, understand how the studio runs, and use the equipment safely. If you’ve attended several classes and Stephen Hamilton (our resident boss potter!) feels you’re ready, you may be approved without a separate induction. Sessions must be pre-booked via the website — book your initial Session as your studio induction. After that you can purchase a five-session voucher for £150, which can be used at any designated Open Access times and is valid for six months from the date of purchase. We’re starting with a small group and allowing things to grow steadily. For this to work, everyone needs to use the space with care and respect. The idea is simple: affordable studio time, a supportive shared environment, and the freedom to develop your own practice. Get your first real klay experience. Learn to centre on a wheel and make a few pots. Most people end up with two or three pieces which we fire in our kilns for you to collect later. Our teacher and assistant will guide you through this course Includes the glazing and firing of your pots. What to bring: Aprons are good …you will get mucky especially if you are throwing and if you don’t get mucky we want to know why. Note! Be careful putting very dirty aprons in a washing machine on a regular basis. We suggest rinsing the worst of the clay out by hand in a bucket and throwing that water in the garden or down the loo. Up to you! Wear sensible non slippy shoes please We have all the tools and materials but you are welcome to bring your own tools.