Pottery - Throwing and Handbuilding

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This course is equally beneficial for the beginner as well as those with experience. It introduces a broad range of ceramic techniques including the main clay construction methods - pinching, coiling, slabbing and throwing on the wheel. There is a strong emphasis on personal skill development, including the designing and glazing of work. Students will work on individual projects with professional advice and guidance from the tutor. Please note the Pottery is located behind the Sarah Thorne complex off Fordoun Road, Broadstairs. Outcomes will be dependant on individual projects, 1. Use throwing and hand-building skills both in functional and non-functional work. 2.Understand the decorative and finishing aspects of glazes. 3.Work with clay and glaze confidently and creatively. 4.Design, make and evaluate ceramics using personal ideas. 5.Be aware of and work to relevant Health and Safety guidelines, Beginners and those with experience. It is important to note that craft courses are practical and require a degree of manual dexterity.

Course information

Name: Pottery - Throwing and Handbuilding Qualification title: Non regulated Community Learning provision, Crafts, Creative Arts and Design Qualification type: Assessment Awarding Generic award - no awarding body Created 20150720 10:23:05 Updated 20150720 10:23:05

Entry requirements

Overalls and apron to protect clothing. Notebook and pen. Personal tool kit (optional). Finished pottery is paid for at a reasonable price by weight. Please do not buy any other resources for this course until your first session as your tutor will advise you. Equipment required Overalls and apron to protect clothing. Notebook and pen. Personal tool kit (optional). Finished pottery is paid for at a reasonable price by weight. Please do not buy any other resources for this course until your first session as your tutor will advise you.

Provider

Kent Training and Apprenticeship Service / Kent Adult Education (Community Learning and Skills)
adult.education@kent.gov.uk
0845 606 5606
http://www.kent.gov.uk/adulted

Address

Head Office
College Road Town: Sittingbourne County:Kent

Learning aims

Title: Non regulated Community Learning provision, Crafts, Creative Arts and Design Qualification: Non regulated Community Learning provision, Crafts, Creative Arts and Design Classification: Arts, Media and Publishing

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