BYOB Handbuilding Class for Beginners - Deptford

Discover the joy of clay at this beginner friendly handbuilding pottery class in London.


Cernamic
Cernamic
5.0 (1,397)

1.5 hours

Class size 1 to 6 (public classes), 6 to 20
  £30
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Join this pottery class and use traditional handbuilding techniques like coiling, slabbing, and pinch pots to create beautiful, unique pieces. You'll develop a practice that embraces organic forms in a session that's perfect if you're a first-timer or if you're looking to rekindle your love for working with clay.
Everything will be set up for you, so you can just show up and get stuck in. It's a low-pressure environment where you'll learn the foundations of shaping clay with your hands, and because it's a BYOB session, you're more than welcome to bring along your favourite drinks and snacks. It’s the perfect way to switch off and enjoy a creative Friday evening.
By the end of the two hours, you’ll have a one-of-a-kind creation to call your own. You'll also have the option to fire and glaze your work for an additional £5, or we can arrange to have your pots delivered to you for a £15 fee, which can be requested at the end of the class. You'll leave the studio feeling inspired by your new skills and with a handmade keepsake that captures the spark of your creativity.
  • Please wear old clothing and have trimmed nails.
  • For more information about our cancellation policy, please see our FAQ section.
Please note: Due to the nature of clay, results may differ from expectations. This includes, but is not limited to:
  • Glaze may vary from examples and are for reference only
  • Texture created may not be shown in the final result
  • Pots will appear smaller than what you created in class, since clay has a 10% – 15% shrinkage
  • Pots may not be completely cleaned and may have small lumps of clay
  • Pots may be cracked or exploded
We try our best to mitigate these issues, but they are sometimes inevitable. The class is non-refundable, and we are only able to reimburse you if your work exploded during the firing process.
What you'll get
Clay, aprons, and tools will be provided during the class.
Please be aware that a materials fee of £5 per piece will be required if pots are to be kept. Pieces are ready around 4-5 weeks after the class; please pick them up as they will be kept in storage for up to one month. We will send you an email when they are ready to be collected. Please check your email and spam folder. We will keep your pots in the studio for a month. If not collected in time, they may be disposed of.
Knowledge required
This class is suitable for anyone with no experience in pottery.
What to bring
  • Fingernails should be kept short for health and safety reasons.
  • Please wear comfortable clothing that you don't mind getting a bit of clay on.
  • Please come 10 minutes prior to the start of the class, as this will allow you to sign in and get ready for the class demonstration.
  • It is your responsibility to arrive on time for the class. Upon arriving at your class 30 minutes or later, we have the right to reject you joining the class without any refund or rescheduling.
  • No cancellations or reschedules allowed.
  • Cash or bank info for a transfer on the day to keep pieces.
Suitable for

This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a date idea, team building activity, birthday or hen do.

This experience would also be a creative gift for her, gift for mum, Father's Day gift or gift for couples.

Location

Cernamic Studio - 2 Harton St, Deptford, London SE8 4DQ

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Cernamic
Cernamic

5.0 (1,397)

A rare and hidden pottery Eden in the heart of east London, Stoke Newington. Cernamic studio in Stoke Newington was founded, created, and built during the first lockdown of the pandemic, through hard work, blood, sweat, and tears. Nam and Susi two professional ceramicists run this fun and affordable pottery studio open for everyone from all walks of life.
Nam Tran is an award-winning practitioner who gives lectures and demos at universities and exhibits internationally. A ceramic lecturer and head of the departments in design and multi-media with Kensington and Chelsea college. Nam specialises in wheel-thrown raku, bringing years of experience and craftsmanship to every object made.
Tran's work is focused primarily on exploring the physical properties of clay and material experimentation is a strong characteristic of his work. He has been developing making enclosed forms that are much stronger than open forms and therefore resonates well with the alternative firing technique he uses. His work is dominated by thrown pieces that subtly echo the urban roots and conceptual design. Nam Tran first made pots as a teenager on a wheel in his own bedroom and remembers being captivated by the experience. With his unique alternatives methods and approach to ceramics, Nam Tran identifies rules and manipulates and bends them.
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