Welcome Information for New Students
Harmony - friends throwing : )
Welcome to the Ceramics Studio
We really want you to enjoy your time at the studio and feel comfortable and relaxed. Here are a few practical notes and some other possible questions answered.
Disabled Access to the Building
We are sorry but this is not all good. The wheels are on the first floor and the only way up is stairs. We do have an entrance with wide easy stairs and a good hand rail.
We can arrange a bespoke throwing sessions in the space downstairs in some cases, please email to discuss. Hand building sessions are usually downstairs where there is one step to navigate.
Potters Wheels
Most of our wheels are saddle style and require a bit of hip flexibility when mounting. If this may be a problem let us know so we can prepare one of a different style before you arrive. Trousers are best for this type of wheel.
What To Bring
Please bring an apron, towel, and a drink.
Nails& RinGs
I am afraid it is much easier without nails, so please trim them as much as you can bear. Some prefer to remove their rings before throwing, best to do this at home or have a zipped pocket in mind to keep them safe.
Clothes
Regardless of aprons, clay will get everywhere when throwing. Most types wash out but terracotta on light clothes may stain. To help you relax please wear clothing you are not too precious about. Also, the studio is an old barn and it gets hot in the summer and cold in the winter so please come prepared so you are are comfortable.
Shoes
Please bring shoes that cover your feet and again that you do not mind getting clay on.
You Tube
Often students like to do a bit of swatting up before hand, which is fabulous. We all come from different schools and techniques will vary, what we will do in the class is find what is right for you.
If you want a comprehensive video course that backs up our throwing foundation then consider investing in our video course. It will be something you can refer to as your progress and if you have gaps in between lessons.
To enjoy the vast potential of clay or simply to get some ideas, visit our Pinterest pages http://www.pinterest.com/ceramicsstudio/
Sketchbook / Notebook
It can be really handy to keep a notebook record of what you made, and what surface treatment you used. Also to save ideas and inspirations. Or go digital and start your own Pinterest (pages can be private) and keep a photo log of what you make and what you plan to make.
We cannot wait to get started with you! Gaye & Leyla : )