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

Class Information

Our six week beginners pottery course is an introduction to wheel throwing and working with clay. Over six weekly classes you’ll learn the foundations of the ceramic making process, getting to know how clay behaves.

You’ll be guided through the key stages of making, including centring clay on the wheel, throwing simple forms, trimming, and finishing your pieces. Each session builds on the last, helping you develop the core skills needed to start your journey in pottery.

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

The course runs every Wednesday evening from 6pm–8pm. All class dates are fixed and can’t be amended. Please see our calendar for upcoming courses.

Class Dates & Times:

22nd April : 18:00 - 20:00

29th April: 18:00 - 20:00

6th May : 18:00 - 20:00

13th May : 18:00 - 20:00

20th May : 18:00 - 20:00

27th May : HALF TERM BREAK

3rd June : 18:00 - 20:00

*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

Brogan King

We’re pleased to welcome Brogan to the studio! Brogan’s ceramics journey began back in 2019 at London studio SkandiHus, and she’s been part of that creative community ever since. Before discovering clay, she spent years teaching Art and Photography in London and the Caribbean. Pottery started as a way to find balance, a mindful escape alongside a demanding teaching career.

Brogan recently moved to the South Hams and and will now be teaching our evening course, she’s passionate about making ceramics accessible to everyone, creating an easy going, welcoming environment where people can slow down, get their hands dirty, and rediscover the joy of making.

A skilled maker and natural teacher, Brogan brings warmth, humour, and encouragement to every session, always championing the beauty of imperfection and the simple pleasure of creating something by hand.

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Private Ceramics Classes

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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