6-Week Clay Course: Hand-Building
Hand-Building & Beyond for all levels on a relaxing Friday evening!
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Service Description
Fridays | 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm | Starting 11th April 2025 Whether you’re continuing your pottery journey or just starting out, this 6-week course is perfect for honing your skills in hand-building techniques. Small class sizes and expert guidance ensure a personalised experience for every student. Course Overview Explore the essential techniques of hand-building while adding new challenges for those with prior experience. Beginners will build a strong foundation in pottery basics, while returning students will refine and elevate their skills with advanced applications and creative projects. What You’ll Learn: Pinch Potting: Create functional forms like bowls and cups, with intricate detailing for more advanced participants. Coil Building: Shape larger, dynamic pieces by stacking and shaping clay coils. Slab Work: Craft decorative or functional items, from intricate vases to textured platters. Advanced Techniques (for continuing students): Experiment with complex shapes, textures, and designs. Glazing Masterclass: Learn glazing techniques, from basics to layering effects for professional finishes. Course Highlights For All Levels: Beginners gain confidence; experienced students push creative boundaries. Hands-On Guidance: Personalised instruction tailored to your skill level. Create Your Own Masterpieces: From functional pottery to unique decorative pieces. All Materials Provided: Just bring your creativity! Why Join? ✔ Master foundational and advanced pottery techniques. ✔ Discover the therapeutic benefits of working with clay. ✔ Enjoy a welcoming, relaxed, and supportive studio environment. ✔ Walk away with beautiful, finished pieces to use or display. Course Details 📅 Dates: Friday evening, starting 11th April 2025 for 6 weeks ⏰ Time: 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm 📍 Where: Pictura Studios, Chester 💷 Cost: £150 per person (6 sessions) 💡 Limited spaces available to ensure individual attention! Sign up now to secure your place and let your creativity flourish. For bookings and inquiries: 📞 01244 328 976 | ✉️ info@picturastudios.co.uk
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Cancellation Policy
Terms and Conditions – Art Classes and Workshops 1. Booking and Payment Full payment is required at the time of booking to secure your place in any class, workshop, or course. Bookings are confirmed via email upon receipt of payment. 2. No Refunds Policy We operate a strict no-refunds policy once a booking is made. This applies to all courses, workshops, and classes. 3. Cancellations and Rescheduling by the Participant If you need to cancel your booking, we are unable to offer a refund. However: If cancellation is made more than 7 days before the start of the class/workshop, we will offer a one-time transfer to an alternative date or class, subject to availability. For cancellations made within 7 days of the class/workshop, no rescheduling or refund will be possible. 4. Cancellations by the Art School If we need to cancel or reschedule a class or workshop due to unforeseen circumstances (e.g., instructor illness, venue issues), we will: Offer a full refund; or Provide a transfer to an alternative date or class. 5. Illness and Emergencies If you or a child participant is unable to attend due to illness or an emergency, please inform us as soon as possible. We may, at our discretion, offer a transfer to another class if notice is provided more than 24 hours before the scheduled start. For last-minute illness (within 24 hours), no transfers or refunds will be available. 6. Missed Classes We cannot offer refunds or make-up sessions for missed classes if you are unable to attend a scheduled session. 7. Materials All materials required for the class or workshop are included in the cost unless otherwise specified. Participants are welcome to bring their own materials if preferred. 8. Health and Safety All participants must follow health and safety guidelines provided by the instructor. We are not responsible for any injuries or accidents that occur due to failure to comply with safety instructions. 9. Special Circumstances We understand that exceptional circumstances may arise. In such cases, we will review requests for refunds or transfers on a case-by-case basis, at our discretion. 10. Changes to Terms and Conditions We reserve the right to amend these terms and conditions at any time. Changes will be posted on our website and communicated to participants where appropriate.
Contact Details
Pictura Studios, Eastgate Street, Chester, UK
+441244328976
info@picturastudios.co.uk