You will receive pre rolled clay slabs and step by step guidance on shaping, joining, adding details and decorating with brushes, sponges and tools. No experience needed.
All materials are provided, including clay, tools, and slips. Just bring your imagination and maybe a friend.What you’ll learn:
How to hand-build using slab techniques with step-by-step guidance.
Tips for shaping, joining, and refining your form.
How to add handles, texture, and personal details.
Decorating with vibrant slips using brushes, sponges, and tools.
Preparing your mug for kiln firing.
Collection
Once dried your work will be professionally fired twice and glazed for a glossy finish, this process takes 2-3 weeks. We will arrange a date where you can collect your work from the front desk at the Community + Arts centre. If this isn’t suitable we may be able to arrange an alternative. If you prefer, we can post your ceramic pieces, please be aware there is an additional charge for this.
WORKSHOP DETAILS
· Location: Nairn Community and Arts Centre, IV12 4BQ
· Duration: 3 hours
· Price: £35
· Ages: Under 16’s should be accompanied by an adult
· Skill Level: Suitable for beginners – no prior experience required
· What’s Included: All clay, slips, tools, firing and glazing, your one-of-a-kind designs to keep.
· What to Wear: Old clothes or an apron – clay can get messy!
· 🔥 Firing & Collection: Your decorated piece will be fired and ready for collection in 2–3 weeks (collection from the community centre)
· Spaces: Maximum group of 16
Your host:
Hiya, my name is Jaime and I am a local potter based in Nairn. I moved here last year and after setting my little home studio up I am so excited to now offer workshops, meet other creative people and hopefully have a laugh! I studied ceramics at university and will happily share my knowledge, tips and tricks and chat all things pottery to anyone who’ll listen.
Workshop Refund Policy
We totally understand, sometimes life happens!
Cancel at least 48 hours before: You’ll get a full refund or can move your booking to another date.
Less than 48 hours / no-show: Since we’ve already prepared the materials, we are unable to offer a refund or reschedule.
If we need to cancel: You’ll get a full refund or can choose a new date, whatever works best for you!
Just reach out, we’re always happy to help! - hello@theslipstudio.co.uk
Disclaimer: Just a heads up: Clay can occasionally crack while drying or firing, it's unlikely and the kiln gods are generally on our side, but it does happen on occasion. However, we'll do our very best to prevent it!
Please Note: These are hand building workshops, we will not be using a pottery wheel.