Outside Devon • A ten week beginners ceramics course in our fully equipped pottery studio at Outside in South Devon

Class Information

Our ten week beginners ceramics course is a comprehensive introduction to pottery and wheel throwing, designed to help you build confidence working with clay. Over ten classes you’ll learn the foundations of the ceramic making process, from centring and throwing on the wheel to trimming and finishing your work.

By the end of the course, you’ll have created a selection of handmade ceramic pieces, made by you from start to finish. This beginners pottery course is suitable for complete beginners as well as those who have tried throwing before and want to develop their skills and improve their technique on the wheel.

This course runs every Friday morning from 10am–12pm. All class dates are fixed as part of the course and can’t be changed. Please see our calendar for additional courses and upcoming dates.

Class Dates & Times:

24th April : 10:00 - 12:00

1st May : 10:00 - 12:00

8th May : 10:00 - 12:00

15th May : 10:00 - 12:00

22nd May : 10:00 - 12:00

29th May : HALF TERM BREAK

5th June : 10:00 - 12:00

12th June : 10:00 - 12:00

19th June : 10:00 - 12:00

26th June : 10:00 - 12:00

3rd July : 10:00 - 12:00

*The last 15 minutes of each class is for tidying and cleaning your wheel/workstation.

All materials and firings are included in the class fee, we supply aprons but please wear clothing that you don't mind getting dirty! This course is for ages 14+.

If you would like to pay for your course in instalments please choose to pay with Paypal and select the 'Pay in 3' option, this is interest free

Participants must be in a sound physical condition and able to sit and work at a potter’s wheel. By booking, you confirm that you are fit to take part.

Cancellations

You have 14 days from booking this course in which to cancel and receive a full refund, if you have booked last minute and there are less than 14 days before the date of the class no refund of exchange will be offered, but you can transfer the booking to a person of your choice to take your place.

Any questions please call or email us : hello@outside-devon.com

Your Tutor

Fran Sandover

Fran specialised in Ceramics during her time at Camberwell College of Arts, where she graduated with a BA in 3D Design. Since graduating, she has assisted classes and worked as a technician at Coombe Farm Studios, before helping to set up the pottery studio here at Outside.

During her time here she has taught a wide variety of classes, including mould making, raku, throwing and handbuilding. Her favourite thing about teaching is helping her students progress in their own way, focusing on each individual’s journey.

Her personal work is both sculptural and design-focused, as she aims to bridge the gap between art and functionality, drawing inspiration from the magic of Dartmoor and 1970s furniture design.

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Private classes are a perfect for a group of friends or family who want to try something new! This is a unique way to mark a birthday, reunion or celebration of any kind and can be tailored to suit the event and your abilities.

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