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Skills Building Sessions at The Clay Mill
Looking to improve your pottery skills or learn more advanced techniques?
Our Skills Building sessions are designed to help potters at all levels build confidence and develop their practice, whether you're just starting out or refining your studio techniques.
What do the skills building workshops include?
We offer focused, hands-on workshops covering a wide range of skills, including:
- Advanced throwing techniques - for improving form, scale and consistency
- Hand-building skills - including sculptural forms, coiling, slab work and more
- Surface decoration - learn new ways to decorate clay using slips, oxides, and underglazes
- Glaze mixing - understand the chemistry, safety, and process of mixing your own glazes
- Kiln packing and firing - essential tips for safe, efficient firings in electric kilns
- Studio setup advice - planning and managing your own pottery space, even on a small scale
Who are these workshops for?
Some of our skills sessions are suitable for beginners, while others are aimed at intermediate or experienced potters. Each course clearly states the skill level required, so you’ll always know what to expect.
Why choose The Clay Mill for pottery skills development?
- Sessions led by experienced ceramicists
- Small group sizes for personalised feedback
- Access to professional equipment and materials
- Supportive and creative studio environment
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