Raku Experience 2026 for INTERMEDIATE THROWERS - led by Andy Mason

Raku Experience 2026 for INTERMEDIATE THROWERS - led by Andy Mason along with our regular studio teachers Kyra Stratoudaki and Joanna Szwej-Hawkin

Cost 
£150 or £75 concessions for two sessions across consecutive weekends; 1 x 3-hour and 1 x 4-hour session.

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 1 x 3-hour and 1 x 4-hour sessions across two consecutive weekends.

Session 1 (three hours): Make up to three pots in Raku clay under the guidance of experienced tutors Kyra Stratoudaki (11/18 July) or Joanna Szwej-Hawkin (12/19 July).

Session 2 (four hours): Return at the same time the following weekend, to learn all about the traditional Raku process. Glaze your pots and assist Raku master Andy Mason with the firings.

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.

The teacher

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 - for INTERMEDIATE THROWING choose from:

• Saturday 11^th 10 am - 1 pm & Saturday 18^th July, 10 am - 2 pm
• Sunday 12^th 3pm – 6pm & Sunday 19^th July, 3pm – 7pm

Eligibility 

• This course is for INTERMEDIATE THROWERS
• You should have attended at least four long 'throwing on the wheel' courses at Bell House Pottery or other studios. Please get in touch (pottery@bellhouse.co.uk) if you are not sure this right for you.
• On the checkout form please tell us the dates/locations 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