POTTERY COURSE
During this intensive course (5 lessons of 3 hours) we will teach you the basics of wheel throwing. We start with steps like kneading, centering and pulling up. The next step is making the first basic shape: the cylinder. From this cylinder you will start making other shapes like cups, bowls and vases and you will learn to attach handles. In the whole process you will be guided by Jessica with pleasure and personal attention. During the last lesson we will teach you how to glaze your own work after which Atelier Van de Ven takes care of firing your creations.
What to expect:
- You will learn wheel-throwing techniques to craft bowls, cups or vases (8 pieces included in the price)
- We encourage you to add your own artistic flair to create a one-of-a-kind piece
- You will work with high quality stoneware clay
- You can select one of our 8 (!) homemade glazes to finish your creations
Practical information:
- Date: Thursday May 15th and 22nd, June 5th,12th and 19th
- Time: 7 PM – 10 PM
- Price: € 250,- (materials and drinks included)
- Additional costs: Firing clay € 10,- per kg to be paid afterwards in the atelier
- Location: Atelier van de Ven – Oudedijk 7, 3062 AB Rotterdam
- Maximum participants: 5
- Teacher: Jessica Van de Ven
- Level: Beginner or advanced beginner
- Language: Dutch or English
- Pick up time: 6-8 weeks after the course
- Catch up: Please make sure that you block all the dates! Catch up on lessons only in highly exceptional occasions and if room with another course (no guarantees though)
- Cancellation policy: You can cancel two weeks prior to the beginning of the course (afterwards no refund). Atelier Van de Ven reserves the right to cancel the workshop in case of insufficient bookings (minimum of 3 participants)
What to bring:
- Comfortable clothes that can get dirty (we provide lab coats)
- Short nails are absolutely required for a better result
- Remove jewelry, rings, watches, or long necklaces to avoid damage
Do you have any questions?
Please send us an email.
