Dalston 4Week Handbuilding Course
A great introduction to pottery
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Service Description
A relaxed and engaging introduction to pottery, perfect for beginners looking to build confidence and explore creativity. Whether you're trying something new or starting a long-term hobby, this course offers a supportive space to learn traditional handbuilding techniques dating back to 28,000 BCE. Through a mix of guided teaching and self-directed making, you’ll learn how to work with clay across different stages—building, decorating, and glazing—leaving with a collection of fully handmade pieces. Course outline: Week 1: Coiling, slab building, pinch pots Week 2: Carving, engraving, slip decoration Week 3: Nerikomi Week 4: Glazing What’s included All clay, glazes, and firings No additional costs What to bring: Short nails recommended Clothes you don’t mind getting dirty A tea towel and a plastic bag Missed classes: You may make up one session by joining another class (subject to availability) or attend a self-directed drop-in. Please email nam@cernamic.com to arrange. Let us know in advance if you can’t attend so we can help accommodate you.
Upcoming Sessions
Cancellation Policy
Reminders: - Clay, aprons and tools will be provided during the class. - 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 do not wear any accessories or leave them around the studio if possible. - Please come 10 minutes prior to the start of the class, as this will allow you to sign in and get ready for class demonstration. - It is your responsibility to arrive on time for the class. Upon arriving to your class 30 minutes or later, we have the right to reject you joining the class without any refund or rescheduling. -Please check your confirmation to ensure you arrive at the correct studio to the correct class. Cancellation Policy Reminders: - Please do not wear any accessories or leave them around the studio if possible. - Please come 10 minutes prior to the start of the class, as this will allow you to sign in and get ready for class demonstration. - It is your responsibility to arrive on time for the class. Upon arriving to your class 30 minutes or later, we have the right to reject you joining the class without any refund or rescheduling. -Please check your confirmation to ensure you arrive at the correct studio to the correct class. Cancellation Policy All purchases are final. No refunds or exchanges will be provided once a booking has been made. All cancellations must be submitted in writing via email or text. Refunds or exchanges may be granted at our discretion for cancellation requests made at least 7 days before the scheduled class, course, or workshop; No refunds or rescheduling will be offered for cancellations made within 48 hours of the workshop. Please visit https://www.cernamic.com/cancellation-policy for more details regarding our cancellation policy. For any inquiries regarding cancellations, please contact us at nam@cernamic.com.