Would you like to try it out? This 3-session class will get you started.
£100 all materials and firings included
Fancy something a bit longer? Classes run during term time and last between 6 and 7 weeks. Plenty of time to get creative.
Special events
Want to celebrate your birthday a bit different this year? Or a you planning a work do? I am here to help!
Workshops normally last up to 2.5 hours with a break in between. We will discover one specific topic and have time to explore a little more.
Topics could include:
- Making a mug from a slab of clay
- Making plates and platter using moulds and former
- Making a windchime
- Making flowers for the garden
- Making and using sprigs
- Exploring surface patterns with leaves, lace or stamps
- Nerikomi
- Small sculpture
The possibilities are endless!
Terms and Conditions
Payment and Deposits:
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A deposit of £30 is required to secure your place.
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Full payment is required in advance of the course, payable to Nadine Blakemore.
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Courses include all materials, clay and glazes and we provide a range of tools and brushes.
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Firing costs are extra and depend on the size of your piece.
Firings and Costs:
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Problems with firings are part of ceramics and can be due to a variety of reasons. I will guide you through the making process and support you as much as possible. However, there are many reasons why pieces do not turn out as hoped or sometimes break in the kiln. These can be out of our control. The ultimate risk of failure lies therefore with you, although we do offer re-firings in case of glaze problems (where possible).
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Firing costs depend on the size of your piece and can range from £1 for a small ornament and £45 for a large piece that fills up the entire kiln. This price includes both, bisque and glaze firing.
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All pieces need to be completely dry ("bone dry") before firing otherwise there is a risk they will break in the kiln.
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Drying times vary with the general weather and range between 1 week in summer to up to 3 weeks in winter.
Sessions:
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Traditional classes used to last 2 hours and I never really managed to finish a piece properly. Hence, I offer sessions lasting 2.5 hours for you to be creative and have fun playing with clay.
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Classes are for adults only (14 years and above) and children over 12 accompanied by an adult.
Collection of items:
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Your pieces will be stored for up to 2 months, unless agreed otherwise.
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After 2 months, we reserve the right to dispose of your items.
Food & Drink:
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Mr Health and Mrs Safety are with us in the studio at all times, hence I do not allow any food to be consumed.
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You can bring yourself a drink, but I ask that this is kept in a flask or a container that can be closed securely.
Cancellations:
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Please understand that I am a small business and cannot offer refunds for cancelation. I will, however try to offer you a space on one of my classes so you can make up for the time you have missed.