Learn how to hand build and decorate your own pottery with professional ceramicist Mary Johnson.
About this course:
Skill covered will include planning, cutting, constructing and decorating your own bespoke piece. You will also have opportunity to explore the Museum of Making’s own ceramic collections in the historic setting of the silk mill.
Once complete, your pot will be dried, glazed and fired by our Workshop Technicians in the Museum of Making kiln, ready for you to collect in a few weeks’ time.
When does this course take place?
This is a weekend course taking place 10am – 4pm with lunch break.
Who is this course for?
Suitable for complete beginners, as well as those with some ceramics experience who want to refresh their skills. Participants must be aged 18 years and over.
Do you need to bring anything?
All materials, tools, equipment and aprons will be provided. However, we encourage you to bring any photos or drawings you would like to use as inspiration.
Please wear comfortable clothes that you don’t mind getting a bit dirty and closed-toe shoes.
Lunch is available to purchase from The River Kitchen at the Museum of Making or various eateries and shops in the city centre.
Questions?
If you have any questions or specific requirements regarding attending this course please feel free to get in touch by contacting us at info@derbymuseums.org.
Course booking terms and conditions:
Please note that if you choose to cancel your place your ticket price will be refunded minus the Ticketsource service fee. Your total refund is dependent on the number of days notice given:
– A minimum of 7 days before the event – full refund – minus TicketSource fee
– 6 – 3 days before event – 50% refund minus TicketSource fee
– 2 days before event – no refund
In the event that Derby Museums needs to cancel a workshop, your ticket will be refunded in full.
