thank you so much for your interest in this creative project, especially for the home ed community!

this page gives you full information about the project, what your young person can expect, info sheets/social stories, and details of how you can register for one of the free taster sessions at the start of april.

ready to book? tap here!

basic info

venue:
all sessions will take place at the workroom at love local - 17 school road, copford, essex CO6 1U

dates:
taster session before easter holidays, project takes place during term 5 (april/may).
see section below for key dates.

basic outline & aim:

the home ed clay project is a creative offering especially for the home ed community. it aims to provide an accessible & affordable way for young people to be introduced to pottery & ceramics, to build their confidence in the craft as well as explore their individual creativity. making with clay doesn’t always have to the same path as others - our processes can differ to achieve the same outcome!

cost:
£50 per participant | 10% sibling discount will be available
unfortunately, my funding bid for this project was not successful - but have tried to keep the cost of participating in this multi-part creative project as affordable as possible.

about the project leader/artist:

my name is lizzie! i’m a colchester-based ceramic artist, and have been teaching clay workshops for young people & adults since 2023. i have prior experience of working artistically with children & young people within both a school & extra-curricular context. i also have experience of leading creative activities with vulnerable, neurodiverse & SEN children and young people.
as a neurodivergent artist, i do my best to ensure my workshops are a safe, supportive & calming place for participants to explore their creativity.

taster sessions:
wednesday 2nd april | 30 min sessions
9.30 & 10.15am
30-minute taster sessions for potential participants to check out the venue and get a quick introduction to clay (feeling the texture, having a go at making something). participants & parents can also ask any questions they might have about the project.

the taster sessions are completely free, but you must sign up prior to attending. you only need to attend one of the sessions. a sign up link is at the bottom of this page.

PROJECT DATES/TIMES

**please note: due to low bookings, this project has been reduced to one group. all ages 7+ are still welcome & will be accommodated.**

session 1: wednesday 23rd april | 10 - 11.30am
we’ll be exploring the ‘pinch’ making method to create different objects & decorate them.


session 2: wednesday 30th april | 10 - 11.30am
session 2 will be looking at the ‘coil’ method, which can be a little more intricate & complex than the technique learned in session 1. we'll use this technique to make a bowl.

session 3: wednesday 14th may | 10am - 12pm

the pieces from the previous session will have been dried & fired in the kiln - and ready to decorate! participants will be adding colour to their creations - the finishing touches to their work.

exhibition: dates tbc
the project will culminate in the finished pieces being proudly displayed at love local - which stocks a range of wonderful handmade items from makers across essex & suffolk. friends, family & the public will be able to view the ceramic pieces for one week, before they are given back to participants to cherish!