Ceramic Sculpture, Experimental Sculpture

Open to all levels, from beginners to experienced makers. No prior experience is necessary — just an interest in clay and creative exploration.

Students will learn a variety of traditional and contemporary hand-building techniques including coiling, slab-building, carving, and modeling. The course will also cover surface decoration, glazing, and an introduction to firing processes. Emphasis will be placed on individual creative development, with inspiration drawn from nature, the human form, abstract concepts, and historical or contemporary ceramic artists.

Explore the possibilities of modelling in clay, taking inspiration from contemporary sculpture, work from found objects to develop your imagination, explore techniques of modelling, casting and transform forms according to your imagination. All levels of experience welcome

Participants will be encouraged to work on both guided and self-directed projects, culminating in a final piece or series of works that reflect their personal style and learning journey.

What You Will Learn:

Fundamental ceramic sculpture techniques

Working with clay bodies and tools

Building structural forms and armatures

Texturing, carving, and surface design

Introduction to glazing and finishing

Health and safety in the ceramics studio

Critical discussion and feedback on work