Pottery Courses & Ceramics Classes in Bristol
Find a class that works for you
Our pottery classes at Clay Shed are six-week courses, designed for complete beginners through to experienced makers.
You can learn to throw on the wheel, or join an all levels class and work in your own way. Every course is taught by an experienced industry professional.
We keep classes small, with a maximum of 5 students on our throwing courses and 7 on all levels, so you get real one-to-one attention.
Clay, glazes and firings are all included, so you'll finish with glazed pieces to take home. Courses start from £225-£265.
Our Courses
The perfect starting point for the potter's wheel, whether you're brand new to clay or refreshing your skills. With tutor Alice Shields, you'll learn to centre clay, throw cylinders and bowls, pull handles, turn foot rings and glaze your finished pots.
Wednesdays 6-8.30pm, or
Fridays 10am-12pm
6 weeks
Max 5 students
£265
For potters who can already throw basic forms and want more control and consistency. Taught by ceramicist Alex McCarthy, this course focuses on batch throwing, scaling up, trimming and making galleries and lids.
Tuesdays 6.30-9pm, or
Thursdays 10am-12pm
6 weeks
Max 5 students
£265
Complete beginners and returning makers working side by side, with tutor Erika Faggiani close at hand. Beginners try hand-building, a taste of the wheel, and surface decoration, while improvers set their own direction and work on their own projects.
- Wednesdays 10am-12pm
- 6 weeks
- Max 7 students
£225
After Your Course
Continue your journey with clay by joining as a member of Clay Shed. All students receive 10% off their first month of membership plus £10 kiln firing credit.
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