Hey Clay! 2018 Workshops
In collaboration with the Crafts Council, we will be taking part again in this year's Hey Clay! events on Friday 23rd March and Saturday 24th March 2018.
We have two clay tutors, Yvonne Steer and Zoe Crockford, running a series of taster sessions involving the manipulation, shaping and crafting of small items in clay.
The programme of events will be uploaded below very shortly. Places are limited (a maximum of 8 people per session) and booking is required.
Booking is via the Fisherton Mill office. Please email admin@fishertonmill.co.uk or phone 01722 500200.
Hey Clay! 2018 at Fisherton Mill - Programme of workshops
Friday 23rd March 2018
Tutor: Yvonne Steer
Venue: Main Gallery, First Floor, Fisherton Mill
Create your own Clay Bird Fully Booked
10am to 11.30am
Come along and have fun creating your own clay bird. Learn how to make a thumb pot and then develop and shape it into a bird. All materials will be provided.
Please bring an oversized shirt to wear to protect your clothing.
Suitable for all ages. Children will need to be accompanied by an adult.
Items can be left to air dry or Yvonne is happy to fire them in her kiln after the workshop for a small charge.
Saturday 24th March 2018
Tutor: Zoe Crockford
Venue: Main Gallery, First Floor, Fisherton Mill
Tea Bowls Fully Booked
10am to 11.30am
Learn how to make a handbuilt Japanese style bowl for your next cup of tea. Using simple techniques you will learn how to personalise your work with a variety of patterns. Bring your own ideas or be prepared to be inspired by a wealth of starting points.
Please bring an oversized shirt to wear to protect your clothing.
Suitable for all ages. Children will need to be accompanied by an adult.
After the session, Zoe is happy to fire and glaze your work for you, if you wish, ready for the lapsang souchong or high mountain oolong for a small cost of £3.
Friday 23rd March 2018
Tutor: Yvonne Steer
Venue: Main Gallery, First Floor, Fisherton Mill
Create your own Clay Candlestick Fully Booked
12 noon to 1.30pm
Using a combination of coiling and modelling, make a unique candlestick based on a simple figure. There will be examples to inspire you - or bring your own ideas. All materials will be provided.
Please bring an oversized shirt to wear to protect your clothing.
Suitable for all ages. Children will need to be accompanied by an adult.
Items can be left to air dry or Yvonne is happy to fire them in her kiln after the workshop for a small charge.
Saturday 24th March 2018
Tutor: Zoe Crockford
Venue: Main Gallery, First Floor, Fisherton Mill
Tea Bowls Fully Booked
12noon to 1.30pm
Learn how to make a handbuilt Japanese style bowl for your next cup of tea. Using simple techniques you will learn how to personalise your work with a variety of patterns. Bring your own ideas or be prepared to be inspired by a wealth of starting points.
Please bring an oversized shirt to wear to protect your clothing.
Suitable for all ages. Children will need to be accompanied by an adult.
After the session, Zoe is happy to fire and glaze your work for you, if you wish, ready for the lapsang souchong or high mountain oolong for a small cost of £3.
Friday 23rd March 2018
Tutor: Yvonne Steer
Venue: Main Gallery, First Floor, Fisherton Mill
Create your own Clay Plaque Fully Booked
3pm to 4.30pm
Make your own plaque, name plate, house number or decorative tile in clay. Using a combination of cutters, stamps and modelling, create a unique piece. All materials will be provided.
Please bring an oversized shirt to wear to protect your clothing.
Suitable for all ages. Children will need to be accompanied by an adult.
Items can be left to air dry or Yvonne is happy to fire them in her kiln after the workshop for a small charge.
Saturday 24th March 2018
Tutor: Zoe Crockford
Venue: Main Gallery, First Floor, Fisherton Mill
Animals Fully Booked
3pm to 4.30pm
Animals are endearing and charming with lasting appeal. Join us for some fun making where we will create a range of small creatures using simple techniques. Learn how to craft lifelike models from one piece of clay. What will your animal become? An ornament? A paperweight? A lucky charm? A special gift?
Please bring an oversized shirt to wear to protect your clothing.
Suitable for all ages. Children will need to be accompanied by an adult.
Zoe is happy to fire and glaze work after the session for a small cost of £3 so that your work lasts forever.