In this overview of handbuilding techniques for beginners, you will learn about key handbuilding techniques and how to glaze your own pots. At the end of the course you will be able to identify and select appropriate techniques and processes to make and decorate basic functional pots.
Our Handbuilding Courses offer a structured approach to learning various bench-based techniques. Whether you’re interested in functional ceramics or figurative sculpture, these courses cater to both beginners and those looking to refine and expand their skills.
Choose Your Path: Diagnostic Learning
Our range of courses is designed to help you discover where your true strengths lie within the discipline of ceramics. By trying different courses—whether it’s handbuilding, throwing, or glazing—you can identify which techniques resonate most with you.
Savings:
If you’re interested in exploring multiple techniques over several weeks, consider our EVENING CLASS BUNDLE. This option allows you to enrol in two six-week courses for £500, saving £100. It’s an excellent way to broaden your knowledge across different areas of ceramics.
Further Information:
For more detailed information on our courses, motivations and our resources, please refer to our PROSPECTUS.
After your final session, your pots will be fired and ready for you to collect in 4-6 weeks.
Sunken Studio
Butterley Street
Leeds
LS10 1AW
United Kingdom
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The studio is a single story building with a bright yellow door and dark grey window frames. We are next door to Duke Makes.
Access is at street level. There are managed car parks nearby. On street parking is limited - please allow plenty of time. The studio is a 10 minute walk from the City Centre, easily accessed by public transport & you can get the water taxi from Leeds Train Station to Leeds Dock. The studio is a short walk from Leeds Dock, Sheaf St. (Duke Studios), The Tetley & The Royal Armouries.
Please allow plenty of time for parking, Parking can be tricky, we recommend:
Leeds Dock Car Park (9 min walk). Weekdays are much busier and on-street parking is competitive.
