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Alison and Abi Firing Workshops

alison and abi firing workshops

5.0(15)

Christow

BOOK YOUR TWO-DAY INTENSIVE FIRING WORKSHOP Join Alison West (alisonwestceramics.com [http://www.alisonwestceramics.com/]) and Abi Higgins (abihiggins.co.uk [http://www.abihiggins.co.uk/]) for a hands-on, immersive experience in alternative firing techniques. Since 2018, we've welcomed participants from the UK, Europe, and as far as Australia to our workshops. WORKSHOP DETAILS * Location: Abi Higgins' beautiful rural studio and grounds in Christow, Devon, South West UK. Easily accessible from Exeter, which has both an airport and a train station. * Accommodations: A range of local B&Bs and other accommodations are nearby for your convenience. WHO SHOULD ATTEND Our two-day workshops are perfect for ceramicists of all levels: * Those with limited or no previous knowledge of alternative firing techniques. * Experienced ceramicists looking to expand their skills with new techniques. WORKSHOP HIGHLIGHTS * Types of Clay and Making Techniques: Learn about the different clay bodies suitable for alternative firings and various making techniques. * Raku Glaze Application and Firing: Explore the process of raku glazing and firing. * Burnishing and Naked Raku: Get introduced to burnishing techniques and the two-step naked raku process. * Horsehair/Feather Firing: Experiment with adding unique effects using horsehair and feathers. * Saggar and Barrel Kilns: Make and fire a 'mummy' saggar, prepare pots with plant decorations for saggar firing, and load and fire a barrel kiln. MATERIALS AND PREPARATION * Bisqued Pieces: Participants should bring suitable bisqued pieces, either sculptural or vessel forms. Prepared pots are also available for sale at £10 each. * Detailed Information: Information on types of clay to use and bisque temperatures will be provided with booking confirmation. FOCUS Our focus is on: * Decorating techniques for alternative firing. * Introduction to firing methods. * Building confidence with raku and saggar kilns. Join us at Abi Higgins Ceramics Studio to enhance your ceramic skills and create stunning, one-of-a-kind pieces. We look forward to welcoming you! 4o You’ve reached your GPT-4o limit.

Communicate School

communicate school

4.6(183)

Manchester

Our school is fully open for classroom teaching and we look forward to welcoming you! We follow the latest guidelines and do everything possible to ensure the safety of our students and staff. • We encourage everyone to get fully vaccinated • Where possible, we keep windows open to ensure good ventilation • We provide face masks free of charge and we encourage everyone to wear one in crowded areas • We provide hand sanitiser and disinfectant wipes throughout the school Manchester, best known for music and football, is also home to students from around the world. The city has been developed and modernised and is still expanding. It is a great choice for students who want to study English and perhaps go on to study at university. Communicate is in the heart of Manchester city centre so it is easily accessible to those inside and outside Manchester. We have general English courses, IELTS and Cambridge preparation courses, and conversation classes, which will help you to achieve your English goals. Why Choose Our English courses in Manchester? With a flexible timetable, friendly teachers, and dynamic classes, our courses will help you achieve your goals whether they are academic, professional, or for personal reasons. Some benefits to studying at Communicate are: • A flexible timetable and we have lessons from 9am-8:30pm • Dynamic lessons. The teachers are friendly, fun, and they teach in the communicative method • Free social activities to develop conversation skills and meet new people • Choose to study from 1 week to 1 year • Technology in every classroom plus an IT room for student use • Welcoming and helpful staff • Students from over 40 countries • British council accredited