Tree of Life Candlestick - Ceramics Workshop CANCELLED LE (UC09U14D)
Learn how to design, construct and decorate a Tree of Life Candlestick of your own design, using the coil building technique and underglazes.
All materials supplied.
Course overview
Learn how to design, construct and decorate a Tree of Life candlestick of your own design, using the coil building technique and underglazes.
All materials will be provided
Where Uckfield College, Downsview Crescent, Uckfield, East Sussex, TN22 3DJ.
When
Saturday, 10:00am - 4:00pm on 26th March 2022 for 1 day.
Cost
The full fee is £70.00.
What you already need to know
No experience is required. Come and enjoy the day.
What you will learn
- How to build a 8"-10" (20 - 25cm) candlestick the coil building technique.
- How to add features, for example, people, family or items representing your life and interests
- How to create secure and sound joins
- How to decorate your candelabra using underglazes or slips.
Please note: Your Candlestick needs time to dry before bisque firing, glazing and firing again for the final time. It will be ready to collect from the ACRES office after three weeks. (From Tuesday 19th April).
The address for collection is:
ACRES House, Downsview Crescent, Uckfield TN22 3DJ
Opening hours are between 9.30 am - 4 pm, Monday to Friday.
Please contact the office on 01825 761820 if you have difficulties arranging collection during these times.
How you will learn it
The tutor will demonstrate each technique and method and students will then have the opportunity to create their own ceramic jug.
Bring to the first session
Pen or pencil and apron.
All other materials will be provided.
** Please bring a packed lunch, as food is not provided at the venue.** Tea, coffee and biscuits are available for purchase during breaks.**
Extra study or practice
Researching artists and Studio Potter will expand your knowledge of the subject.
How to enrol
You can enrol by phoning ACRES' House on
01825 761820 on Monday to Friday between 9:30 am and 4 pm. Alternatively, to register your interest in a course please email
adultlearning@acres.org.uk with the course title and your contact details and a member of the team will call you back to enrol you on your chosen course.
Additional Course Information
- Concessionary/reduced fees, are available to students in receipt of certain means-tested benefits on some courses.
- Course fees over £133, can be paid in one single payment at enrolment or in instalments by Standing Order where applicable.
- Fees and payment options: See the Financial Support page.
- Other course related information: See the Policies & Procedures page, or contact the ACRES office.
Specific Covid Considerations:
In the event of restrictions being reintroduced and if the class is remaining in the venue, you will be informed of further safety measures. If the lessons cannot take place because the tutor has to isolate or in the event of government-imposed restrictions or lockdowns, every effort will be made to reschedule the missed classes. If it is not possible to continue the course in the venue it will be continued online. If this is not possible we will refund the outstanding lessons.
To ensure Safe Practice during practical sessions:
- Class numbers are reduced to allow students to space apart.
- Students should work at separate tables or desks.
- Hand sanitiser will be available in all classrooms.
- You are responsible for sanitising your own workspace before and after each lesson, anti-bacterial wipes or spray will be provided by the tutor.
- Wearing a mask is a personal choice. Please respect the choices of your tutor and fellow students.
- Windows and doors left open to allow for room ventilation should not be adjusted by students.
- Sharing of equipment is discouraged, but if it is essential, please use the wipes / spray provided to clean between handling.
- Please make yourself aware of local guidance, particularly in community venues.
You must not attend the class if you show signs or symptoms of Covid-19, are awaiting results of a PCR Covid test, have been in close contact with a Covid-19 patient within 14 days or anyone who has been advised to self isolate for any reason. Please inform the ACRES' office, who will advise the tutor.
All tutors, students and visitors are encouraged to participate in rapid lateral flow testing in the interest of everybody's safety, however, this is not a mandatory requirement. Test kits are readily available locally or from the
gov website.
Next steps within this subject with ACRES
Clare runs longer ceramics courses with ACRES.
Please check our website for up to date information on all upcoming ACRES courses. Sign up to our
mailing list to be kept informed.
Future steps beyond ACRES
Find out about other courses with the
National Careers Service for opportunities to extend your skills and knowledge.