Beginner’s Clay Play

Duration: 4–6 weeks
Target Audience: Absolute beginners and hobbyists

Course Overview:

This fun and accessible course introduces participants to the tactile world of clay. The focus is on hands-on experimentation, building confidence, and exploring the basic techniques of hand-building and surface decoration.

Course Content:

Week 1: Introduction to Clay

• Types of clay and their uses

• Studio tools and safety

• Preparing clay: wedging and storing

Week 2: Pinch Pot Techniques

• Creating basic forms: bowls and cups

• Surface textures and patterns

Week 3: Coil Building

• Rolling coils and stacking techniques

• Making vases and organic forms

Week 4: Slab Construction

• Rolling, cutting, and assembling slabs

• Making small trays or tiles

Week 5: Surface Decoration

• Stamping, carving, and impressing

• Introduction to underglazes and slip

Week 6: Glazing and Firing

• Basic glazing techniques

• Loading the kiln (overview)

• Review and project showcase