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A variety of courses aimed to give the individual the experience of working with clay and to explore their creative side. All events are run with an experienced tutor in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

Pottery without a Wheel

These events are run with a maximum of 6 students.

Individuals will have the opportunity to work with clay and use coiling and slab work to form individual items which at an additional minimal cost may be fired. All equipment will be provided. Prices from £40 a day. Please bring an apron or old clothes.

Events for 2008 – Held at the National Herb Centre, Nr Banbury, Oxfordshire.

Saturday 12 April – 10am to 4pm

Saturday 14 June – 10am to 4pm.

Saturday 20 September – 10am to 4pm.  

1-1 Throwing on a potters wheel ½ day

To be arranged individually.

One to One tuition in a friendly environment for beginners or those wishing to practice or improve their throwing technique. All materials equipment and firing cost (to bisque) provided. Refreshments included. Starting time of 10.00am finish at 1.00pm. Refreshments, materials and bisque firing charges includes in the cost of £50. Please bring an apron or old clothes.

1-1 Throwing on a potter's wheel for the whole day

To be arranged individually.

Really get to grips with exploring your creative side for a whole day from 10.00 to 4.00pm throwing on the wheel. All materials, firing costs (to bisque), refreshments and a light lunch included in the cost of £95. Please bring an apron or old clothes.

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Pottery Vouchers Available!

Interested? Please email me at pennyvarleyceramics@hotmail.com or click here to fill in an application form.