ABBOT POTTERY
- HOPKINS LANE
TQ12 2EL NEWTON ABBOT, DEVON
Phone: 01626 334933
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Short profile:
Caroline Smith has created this West Country pottery which is hand-thrown, slip decorated earthenware. Each piece is individually decorated in her 'Moorland' design and is sought after by collectors at home and abroad.
Having a high quality glaze, the oven-to-table ware is also microwave and dishwasher proof.
Detailed description:
About the course
1. Level of course: All abilities
2. Overall length of course: 10 weeks. New students will be welcome to start in the new terms.
3. Previous experience required: None
4. Teaching methods: Demonstrations and practical sessions
5. Learning Outcomes: Beginners should learn basic handbuilding and glazing techniques and have produced at least one piece of thrown work (if they want to) Those with more experience should improve the professionalism of their preferred methods and continue to develop their knowledge. All students will produce finished products, the number of which will be dependant on the chosen methods, size of pieces and experience.
6. Assessment: Informal observations and discussions between student and tutor throughout the course.
7. Equipment and Materials: Old clothing and an apron. A notebook and pencil are useful.
8. Special Notes:
Dates for your diary:
Spring Term: Tuesday 10th January – Thursday 29th March
Summer Term: Tuesday 25th April – Thursday 6th July
Caroline's course times:
Tuesday: 10.00 a.m. – 12.00 noon
Thursday: 10.00 a.m. - 12.00 noon
Wednesday: 9.45 a.m. - 12.00 noon (first session, starts at 10.00) - there are a few spaces left, so don't delay and 'phone today!
For more on these courses, give me a ring on 01626 334933 or email me at abbotpottery@hotmail.com
To enrol in any of these courses, please ring the Adult Education Centre or pop in during opening times which are:
Monday - Thursday: 9.30am - 3.30pm
Friday: 9.30am - 1.00pm
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