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Taster in Throwing and Handbuilding

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Course CodeCourse NameStart DateEnd DateStart TimeEnd TimeSiteDay  
AV1198Taster in Throwing and Hand Building 27/04/202427/04/202410:00 AM1:00 PMGants Hill CampusSatAvailable for Enquiries

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More information about this Course


How will the course benefit me?
Have you ever wanted to try your hand at pottery but you’re not sure what to expect? This taster course is suitable for complete beginners who want to experience a pottery class and explore working with clay.

What will I learn?
You will explore one hand-building technique, either pinching, coiling or slab building.? You will learn to use the pottery wheel and basic throwing techniques will be taught. You will decorate your hand-built piece with slip and thrown pots will be decorated if time permits.

Career Opportunities
Redbridge Institute offers other ceramic courses and masterclasses on different days and times throughout the year. There will be information given by the tutor as to what other options are available to you based on your needs and ability.

Entry Requirements
You must be able to focus, have high levels of concentration, have good hand strength, dexterity and good eyesight.?

Additional Material Cost
There are no extra costs involved.

Health & Safety
It is essential that you are able to stand, have good eyesight, good concentration and manual dexterity in using workshop equipment. You should be able to understand verbal instructions and safely use the workshop equipment.??

How will the course be delivered?
The tutor will perform practical demonstrations and give verbal instructions and feedback at various stages of the class. Learners will receive one-to-one support and engage in group discussions. Continuous guidance and help will be available to all learners.??

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