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Intensives

Level 0 - our entry-level taster session perfect for absolute beginners, anyone returning after a long break, or those who just want some extra practice.

Level 2 - designed for makers who already feel comfortable with the basics and are ready to take things further. This course focuses heavily on improving your throwing technique, refining your centring, pulling, shaping, and consistency, while also introducing more advanced challenges like throwing larger amounts of clay, making sets, exploring lids, spouts, and handles, or developing more complex handbuilt elements to combine with thrown forms.

You’ll work with more independence while still receiving tailored, one-to-one support to help you progress. Whether you want to improve form and finesse, explore new shapes, deepen your understanding of clay, or build towards a personal project, Level 2 gives you the space, structure, and guidance to meaningfully level up your practice.

Level 0 - our entry-level taster session perfect for absolute beginners, anyone returning after a long break, or those who just want some extra practice.

Level 2 - Improvers Throwing Intensive Already comfortable with the wheel? This intensive is designed to sharpen and refine your throwing practice. You’ll focus on trimming techniques, scaling up your work, and refining your forms to achieve greater balance and finesse. A fantastic opportunity to receive close guidance from an experienced maker, this week will help you push past plateaus and develop a more confident throwing style.

Level 2: Pilgrim Flask 2 Day Intensive with Joseph Bull

10 - 1pm and 2- 5pm each day 9th & 10th April

For Improvers | Focus on Multi-part Forms

Throwing the Pilgrim Flask: A Component Parts Workshop with Joseph Bull

Join us for a unique 2 day intensive with Joseph Bull, where we’ll break down the making of the pilgrim flask into its key thrown components. This workshop is designed for those with some throwing experience who are ready to challenge their skills by working towards a more complex, multi-part form.

What You’ll Explore

Component Throwing: Learn to throw each part of the pilgrim flask with accuracy and intention.
Joining & Assembly: Discover techniques for seamlessly combining thrown elements into a single, cohesive form.
Refining & Finishing: Shape, trim, and refine the flask to achieve balance, proportion, and character.
Design Thinking: Consider form and function together, exploring how each component contributes to the whole.

This workshop offers practical demonstrations, hands-on making, and direct feedback from Joseph throughout. By the end, you’ll not only have built your own version of a pilgrim flask but also gained a deeper understanding of how to approach complex, multi-part ceramic forms with confidence.

Why Choose These Courses?

Personalised Instruction: With a maximum of 8 participants, you’ll receive plenty of one-on-one guidance and hands-on practice from our experienced instructors.
Skill-Focused: These sessions are about honing your technique and building confidence, not just filling shelves with pots.
A Creative Journey: Whether you’re exploring a new hobby or striving to elevate your craft, this course promises to ignite your passion for pottery.

Important Notes

Please ensure punctual attendance each day—this condensed course is designed for maximum engagement and hands-on participation.
Keep up to 2kg at greenware stage, or pay additionally for bisque firing £10 per kg, or a taught Glazing class £50.

Unlock Your Creativity

Don’t miss this chance to embark on a transformative journey into the world of ceramics. By the end of this enriching 5-day experience, you’ll have gained valuable skills, confidence on the wheel, and the inspiration to continue exploring the endless possibilities of clay.

Additionally, participants under 18 years old must be accompanied by an adult throughout the duration of the courses.

What to Bring
We're all about having fun and getting hands-on, so come prepared to dive into the world of clay! Wear something comfortable that you won’t mind getting a little clay on, and an apron is always a good idea if you are able to bring your own fantastic, if not - we have them at the studio. Short nails make working with clay easier, and if you’ve got long hair, tying it back will keep it out of your way.

What’s Included

Clay: A maximum of 2kgs of works can be kept, which can be taken at the greenware stage to fire in your own studio, or an additional session of glazing can be purchased alongside.

Glazing: If you purchase the glazing session for £50, you'll have access to a variety of studio glazes to add the perfect finish to your work. Link to glaze class - new times are uploaded at the end of the intensive and our team will walk you through the dates and times for booking.

Tools: For beginners no need to bring anything but your creativity — we've got all the tools you'll need. For improvers, you are welcome to bring your own tools.

Apron: If you have your own to bring fantastic if not we have them in the studio.

Course Details
Location: Arch 45, Nursery Road, Brixton, SW9 8BP
Times: Choose a 2 - or 3 -hour session at checkout (includes 15-min cleanup)
Class Size: We keep it cozy arranged in 2 groups of 6 with a maximum of 12 students.
Ages: Under-18s must attend with an adult
Collection: Pieces ready in 4 weeks; we’ll email you when it’s time

Please be advised to allow for approximately 5 weeks before your works are ready for collection, although we aim to get vessels fired as soon as possible. You will be emailed once your vessel is ready for collection. We are unable to post pieces. Finished pieces must be picked up from Earthworks studio within 3 months of the class.