Handbuilding Pottery - Thursday Evenings
Learn how to hand-build functional and decorative pottery
Course Description
6-Week Beginner Handbuilding Course is the perfect way to get your hands dirty and explore the art of handbuilding! Whether you're brand new to pottery or looking to try something different, this course will introduce you to the fundamentals of working with clay using simple tools and techniques. Course Details: 🗓️ Start Date: May 22 until June 26 2025 Thursday evenings, once a week, for 2 hours, over 6 weeks ⏰ Time: 6pm – 8pm 📍 Location: Beyond Pottery, Burlington, ON 👩🏫 Instructor: Lauren Sinett 👥 Suitable for: Complete Begineers 🎨 Includes: Clay, tools, glazes, and kiln firings What You’ll Learn: ✔️ Introduction to clay and its properties ✔️ Essential handbuilding techniques: pinching, coiling, and slab building ✔️ Creating functional and decorative pottery like bowls, mugs, and plates ✔️ Surface decoration techniques, including textures, stamping, and glazing Who Can Join? This course is perfect for complete beginners, ages 18 and up. No prior experience is needed—just bring your creativity and curiosity! Pro Tips for Success: ✨ Avoid wearing jewelry or having long nails—they can get in the way ✨ Bring an apron or an old t-shirt and a towel Pick-Up Information: Your pieces will typically be fired during the course. You can collect finished works during sessions or after the course ends. We’ll notify you by email when everything is ready.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations must be made in writing by email to info@beyondpottery.ca Cancellations will be subject to the following: -Cancellations within 14 days of the start date will be charged the full course fee. -Cancellations within 15-28 days of the start date will be charged 50% of the course fee. -If the participant fails to attend the course the full course fees are payable. Terms and Conditions -Courses are for Adults 18+ unless otherwise stated -All courses are non-refundable -We require at least two week advance notice to reschedule a course, regardless of the date of booking. -There are no partial refunds for missed classes.