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.

On arrival at the studio, you’ll be warmly welcomed as you join the rest of your small group. 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: TBC

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.