Botanical Plates - Woodland walk & Pottery workshop.
Botanical Plates - Woodland walk & Pottery workshop.
Botanical Plates
Get inspired by nature and get immersed in this botanical themed pottery workshop and my studios based at Great Walstead School, Lindfield.
This workshop will begin with a walk around the ancient woodlands surrounding the studio to forage for plants to use in your designs to to create beautiful, natural patterns in the clay. This this will take around 45 minutes walking slowly.
In the studio you will be making your own slab rolled botanical plates. You’ll be designing and pressing your seasonal plants into the clay and then using plaster moulds to shape your plates. These will be trimmed and neatened then left to dry. We will also be making small pinched trinket dishes. I’ll be adding oxide to the plates before firing them to bring out the natural patterns.
Who is this for? Anyone keen to get their hands stuck into clay and learn some hand building techniques. And for anyone wanting to learn more about how to apply natural textures to clay. Minimum age 13+, Under 18’s must be accompanied by an adult.
What to bring? All tools and materials will be provided along with an apron. Wearing old clothes is advisable. Tea and biscuits are included! Each person will have 1 botanical plate fired plus one extra piece.
Collection: Ceramic work will be ready within 6 weeks after the workshop to allow time for pieces to be slowly dried, fired, coloured and glazed. Pots can be collected from the studio, or a central Brighton location. Alternatively they can be posted to you for an extra £10. UK first class Royal Mail.
Location:
Great Walstead School, East Mascalls Lane, Lindfield, East Sussex, RH16 2QL. Please aim to arrive 5 before the class. More location details will be emailed to you a week before the class.
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Accessibility:
Due to the studio being an old building it is unfortunately not officially set up for wheelchair access. However, It is possible to attach a ramp onto the back door but please be aware that the door frame is only 68cm wide (rather than the 81cm wheelchair access requirement). And we do have one wheel that can be adjusted for a wheelchair user. Please get in touch if you have any queries about access needs to the space before you book.
Pottery Breakages Disclaimer:
Your ceramic pieces will be handled in a careful and experienced way. However, the nature of ceramics involves putting natural materials through very high temperatures. There are many variable factors involved in the process, which means that there is always a risk of technical failures and breakages which cannot be controlled.
Cancellations- Refund Policy :
I understand that plans change. If you are not able to attend the course, please inform me by email.
Cancellations made over 3 weeks before the workshop start date will be fully refunded minus £10 to cover administration charges.
Cancellations made within 11-21 days of the workshop start date will be 50% refunded.
Cancellations made within 10 days of the start date will be non-refundable to keep the class viable for others.
If you are unable to attend, you may transfer the booking to a friend and let me know. If you don’t attend I won’t be able to offer any refund.
If for any reason, I am unable to run the course you will be refunded in full.
Feel free to drop me a message if you have any questions.
Rosie