Hand Building and Sculpture

Starting: Monday 16th January 2012.

Three places available due to last minute cancellations.

Times: Monday evenings 7pm - 9pm

Duration: 10 weeks

Cost: £175 (all materials and firings included)

Teacher: Bruno Gallagher

Update 16th January 2012: Three places have become available in this previously fully booked out course, due to last minute cancellations. It is possible to join the class in the second week. The course cost will have the price of one class deducted.  If you are interested in joining the class please contact Bruno Gallagher directly. Places will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. 

 Left: Raku fired clock by class participant, Kath Innes, 2010. Right: the same clock, as it was being lifted out of the raku kiln, with pottery class participants looking on. 

These classes are a great introduction to hand building and sculptural techniques in clay.

The course includes hand building using coiling and slabs, techniques that can be applied to making anything from domestic ware such as cups and vases to sculptural objects such as clocks, models of animals or architecturally inspired pieces. Also included is portraiture in clay, where you will hone your observation skills by working from a model.

A variety of decorating and glazing techniques are also covered, which will help to bring your work into the full vibrancy of life. The classes culminate with an exciting outdoor raku firing, a unique opportunity to get up close and personal with the transformative power of fire - watch your work glow red hot and the glaze liquify before your eyes! The final three weeks are dedicated to a personal project which you can develop using your new found skills.

Class sizes are small, affording everyone one to one time and individual attention from the teacher. Participants are encouraged to explore their creativity in a fun and relaxing environment. A perfect way to unwind after work or something different to do with friends.

The classes are suitable for beginner and intermediate levels. They are also perfect as professional development for primary and secondary school art teachers. Classes run for 10 weeks and the cost includes all materials, firings, snacks and refreshments. All tools and equipment provided. 

If you are interested in attending, or would like more information about the classes, please contact Bruno Gallagher at the studio on (0141) 550 8030 or on brunogallagher (at) ymail (dot) com. Please note that there are three places available in the January course due to last minute cancellations. Also, if you are interested in attending the class when it runs next, please contact Bruno Gallagher.