TILE MAKING WORKSHOP

2 HOURS l £70pp

On this fabulous workshop you will design & create a carved tile to reflect a story, event or personal theme. Taught by potter Dave Short, finalist on Channel 4’s, The Great Pottery Throw Down 2024.

WHAT TO EXPECT:

Dave will begin the workshop with a demonstration of how to use low-relief carving and texturing techniques. He will provide you with a leather-hard clay tile and support you to illustrate & recreate your design on its surface. Many really effective designs have a foreground, midground and background, but others simply use a 2D design enhanced with texture and colour. Dave will make suggestions and provide support so that your ideas can be realized, however it would give you a brilliant head-start if you come with a plan (on paper or in your head). A second tile can be created subject to time.

At the end of the class, Dave will allow your tile(s) to dry thoroughly for a week and then he will fire & glaze them. During this process the clay will shrink a little and once complete will measure approx. 11cm x 11cm. If desired, Dave can apply metal oxides to your tile which would accentuate the texture and any 3D features.

You will be notified via email 2-3 weeks after the class regarding collection or p&p can be arranged for a small additional charge.


WHAT’S INCLUDED:

  • Your own potter’s workstation & all materials / tools

  • A full demonstration and expert tuition throughout

  • Slips/ underglazes to decorate your tile(s)

  • Light & airy studio to relax and get creative

  • Firing & glazing of up to two tiles

COST: £70pp (suitable for ages 10+)

ABILITY: Suitable for beginners & those who have experience making things with clay.

DURATION: The class runs for 2 hours (including demonstration & clean up time).

WHEN: TBA

GOOD TO KNOW: You will be in a workshop environment, so please wear practical clothes & footwear that you don’t mind getting a little messy (the clay doesn’t stain and will wash out easily). Feel free to bring your own apron or they can be hired at £2 each when booking. By the nature of ceramics there is always a risk of technical failure, cracks or explosions for which we cannot be held responsible.