Upcoming Course Dates: 20th, 27th October, 3rd & 10th November

Day: Saturdays

Time: 10AM - 1230PM

About the Course:
This course is tailored for those without prior experience in pottery but are keen to be exposed to the fundamentals of working in a pottery studio in order to pursue their personal pottery practice in the longer run.

Course Objectives:

This course serves as an introduction to the world of hand-built clay objects and its associated techniques. Students will be introduced to the functional and artistic possibilities that the coil, slab and pinch construction offer alongside glazing and decorative possibilities such as faceting, slip inlay, sgraffito...etc. Additionally, students will come to understand general practices of working in a pottery studio setting especially clay preparation, recyclable materials and tools usage.

Weekly Syllabus/Topics:

Week 1: Introduction to the general practices of pottery studios. How to wedge clay for use. How to recycle clay appropriately. Create a free-form vessel using the pinch-pot technique.
Week 2: Coils, Construction & Physics
Week 3: Challenges and possibilities of working with Slabs.
Week 4: Clay, Glazes & Firing - how they come together. Wrap up a light guide in continuing the pottery learning journey.

Deliverables:

This course aims to prepare those who seek to work as an independent potter (hobbyist or otherwise) in the long-run. Students will be exposed to the general practices in pottery studios, clay preparation and the technical fundamentals of working with clay. After the course, all students should be able to adequately identify how pots are made, glazed and fired.

Cost:

250SGD per person. This fees is all inclusive of materials, tools and firing charges.

Cancellation/Modification Policies:

Fees for the course is valid for the stated dates and timings only. Participants shall be responsible for his/her attendance. SO-CA is not obliged to conduct a make-up session unless discussed and agreed upon prior to the commencement of the course.

Refunds are only applicable for cancellation of the course at least 5 days prior to the commencement of the course. No refunds will be made should participant not be able to attend any of the class.

Addedum:
You are highly encouraged to come with cut/short nails, comfortable loose clothing that allow for perspiration (tee-shirt and shorts) and an apron.

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