Workshops 2024

Welcome to workshops and courses for 2024. You do not need a wheel to create beautiful pottery (Please note I do not run throwing sessions). Much satisfaction can be gained by creating your own hand built and decorated ware. Sessions are informative, creative and hopefully fun. We work in small groups of no more than 4 people, giving individuals plenty of space and attention. Prices include materials and firings, however if it is a large piece of work which takes up a considerable amount of kiln space, there will be an extra, negotiable, charge for firing.

Hand Build with Surface Decoration Daytime Sessions

A six – week course comprising coiling, slab building, moulding and modelling in stoneware clay.
The course is taking place on a  Thursday from Thursday 14th March until Thursday 25th April ( There will be a break over the Easter period). Suitable for those who have had some experience working with clay. Design and create your own project. It is likely there will be a follow on six – week course starting 2nd May.

The price for this course  £162

There is a choice of session times for each Thursday. Please choose from:
Session One – morning: 10.00 – 12.30
Session Two – afternoon: 1.30 – 4.00

Hand Build with Surface Decoration for Beginners Evening sessions

New for 2024.  A six – week course of 2 hour sessions for beginners. We will focus on hand built techniques such as coiling, slab building, moulding and modelling in stoneware clay and a wide range of surface decoration using coloured slips and underglaze colours. The sessions will be on a  Thursday from 7-9 starting on Thursday 14th March until Thursday 25th April ( There will be a break over the Easter period).

Price for the course £150

Hand Building with Surface Decoration Taster Sessions

For those who do not wish to commit to a course, a taster sessions of 2 or 3 hours can be arranged with Mary.

The price may vary depending on how many students are in the group.

As a guide, a 2-hour session costs around £35 per person.

We will be mindful that COVID-19 is still in our communities and will be respectful to others in the group. If for any reason I must cancel any sessions a full refund will be given.

Please contact Mary for further information on the workshops and to book a session.

Images of work by students and students working 2022-2023

“You have made it all so lovely and very approachable for people to partake.”

HOLLY
MAY 2021

“I have been attending regular workshops and learnt so many skills. Being part of a small group means you get a lot of individual support and encouragement from Mary to be as creative as you wish and it allows a relaxed environment for everyone . The whole atmosphere is welcoming, therapeutic and I thoroughly enjoy the sessions.”

SUE
2023

“Just to say a great big thank you for such a lovely day today. I know it was a bit longer than we thought but every minute was worth it! I learned so much.”

NATASHA
OCTOBER 2020 WORKSHOP: HANDBUILDING WITH SURFACE DECORATION FOR BEGINNERS

“Thank you so much for the pottery workshop. I thoroughly enjoyed it. For me, one of the best aspects was the sheer variety of what we did on the day. Loved the making as well as the decorating. I truly appreciate all of your time and your patience, particularly at the end.”

LUCY
OCTOBER 2020 WORKSHOP: HANDBUILDING WITH SURFACE DECORATION FOR BEGINNERS

“Thank you so much for the pottery workshop. I thoroughly enjoyed it. For me, one of the best aspects was the sheer variety of what we did on the day. Loved the making as well as the decorating. I truly appreciate all of your time and your patience, particularly at the end.”

JEAN AND LIZZIE
2023

“Mary’s pottery workshops are excellent! Initial sessions give a sound grounding in hand building techniques and from this, we have the opportunity to develop our own creativity and ideas through individual projects. The studio space is wonderful to work in. Everyone is made to feel comfortable in working at their own level and pace. Mary helps each student in turn to frame ideas and is on hand to offer timely advice and support. In addition, we are surrounded by examples of Mary’s work which could not fail to inspire us!”

GILLIAN
2023

“Thank you Mary for your wonderful pottery sessions, your help and inspiration over the years that I have been coming to you. My happy place.”

GILLIAN
2023