Raku Experience for INTERMEDIATE THROWERS - led by Andy Mason/Gaby Mlynarczyk

Cost 

£150 or £75 concessions for two three-hour sessions

The course

The ancient Japanese art of Raku is notable for its dynamic process, featuring dramatic 'live' kiln firings, bringing suspense, and an element of surprise to the experience.

Each of these adult workshops will take place over 2 x 3-hour sessions across two consecutive weekends.

Session 1: Make up to three pots in Raku clay under the guidance of experienced tutor Gaby Mlynarczyk.

Session 2: Return at the same time the following weekend, to glaze and Raku fire your pots with Andy Mason.

Andy will guide you through a variety of simple glazing methods, which allow scope to generate your own approach. Your pots will finally emerge from smouldering ashes revealing the special qualities of Raku - a fusion of subtle earthy tones, rich deep colours and metallic effects.

Andy Mason, potter, teacher and workshop leader has developed his technical skills and knowledge over many years, blending tradition with his individual techniques, whilst sharing his enthusiasm and insight into the ancient rituals and contemporary practice of Raku.

Come along to soak up the energy, art and alchemy of Raku!

Dates

• Saturday 12^th & Saturday 19^th July, 3pm – 6pm: Intermediate Throwers
• Sunday 13^th & Sunday 20^th July, 3pm – 6pm: Intermediate Throwers

Eligibility 

• This course is for Intermediate Throwers 
• You should have attended at least two long throwing on the wheel courses at Bell House Pottery or other studios. Please get in touch if you are not sure this right for you.
• On the checkout form please tell us the dates of the courses you have attended.

Please note: 

• Booking is only possible for strictly the same time slot both weekends. 
• Both sessions must be attended by the same person.
• Only pots made in session 1 can be fired in session 2. 
• Over 18s only.
• Please also read our Terms and Conditions