please note: next availability is late april/early may.
are you looking to get creative with clay? fancy trying your hand at the potters wheel? or just learn some pottery basics?
join me in my home studio in colchester, essex for a tailored, private session to learn the basics of working with clay! this class option is for those who want to try their hand at the potters wheel, to learn the foundations of throwing.
each session is 2 hours, and bookable via this listing. you can book a single session for an introduction to the potters wheel, or multiple sessions to cover more parts of the making process (such as attaching handles and glazing). i’d also be happy to tailor these sessions to those who are already familiar with the potters wheel & would like to refine their skills, or if you’d like a little refresher class.
please ensure you complete the form at the bottom of this page, to provide your availability and other important details. once you've completed payment, i will be in touch to confirm the finer details (eg: dates & times, as well as tailoring sessions to you if required).
'i had some 1:1 pottery lessons with lizzie which I really enjoyed. lizzie is super friendly, so welcoming and a great teacher. i had no prior experience, and I learnt so much more than i expected.. it was great to see the whole process and lizzie was patient and helped me throughout. i am so happy with the pots i got to take home..
i recommend Lizzie to anyone who wants to try pottery throwing!'
- jen, via google reviews
here is an example of what multiple sessions would look like, but classes can be adapted to each individual (for example, if you’d like to learn how to make a mug you’ll need to book 2 sessions):
session 1: the basics (2 hours)
learning the basics of working with clay & an overview of the making process from start to finish. prepping & wedging clay, and a basic foundation to throw a cylinder on the potters wheel.
session 2: adding flair (2 hours)
after an intro session, you will explore more aspects of the making process such as adding handles/shapes to your work, surface decoration (ie carving) and decorating with underglaze. you can also use your second session to practice further on the potters wheel, and have a go at throwing different forms (such as a bowl shape).
session 3: adding colour (2 hours)
glaze your own work – choose from a range of glazes, explore wax-resist decoration & handpainting patterns with underglaze.
additional drop-in sessions (2 hours) - bookable here
after your third session, you can book top-up drop-in sessions to further explore & build on the techniques you have learnt. i will be on hand to assist & answer questions, but these additional sessions are largely for you to work on your own personal projects.
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please note:
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the price of sessions includes all materials & firing of up to 3 pieces you create during our time together.
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if you book multiple classes, you will be working on the same pieces to refine and finish them. ideally:
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sessions 1 + 2 would be a minimum of 3 days & maximum of 1 week apart.
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session 3 will be at least 1 week after session 2, to allow time for firing your work so it’s ready to glaze.
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you must be 18+ years old to book & attend these classes.
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for further terms & conditions (including studio accessibility) click here.