Fun with Ceramics with Tanya Bechara for kids Age 8-12 years
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<p>Students will enjoy learning about sculpture and hand-building ceramics as they make some creative artworks in clay. Through structured activities
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<p>Students will enjoy learning about sculpture and hand-building ceramics as they make some creative artworks in clay. Through structured activities
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Students will enjoy learning about sculpture and hand-building ceramics as they make some creative artworks in clay. Through structured activities and projects students will develop a whole range of clay hand building techniques to make some fun sculptures and functional ceramics. Students build their skills and confidence week by week in a fun and creative space and learn about working with clay and glazing techniques. Activities are age-appropriate and structured around hands-on practice of foundation skills, creativity and experimentation. Students will complete several projects across the term. Some artworks will be kiln-fired and glazed.
Note that this class focuses on clay handbuilding, students will not use the pottery wheel.
What to expect
- learn different hand-building techniques such as slab, coiling and moulds
- make functional vessels and sculptures
- practice decorating and glazing techniques
- make several pieces to fire and take home
Is this class right for my child?
This class is aimed at children in years 4-6 at primary school. No assumed knowledge. Suitable for new and continuing students.
Materials
Materials and the firing of several pieces are include in the course fee.
More Information
Course testimonials:
- I enjoyed making the details the most. I really like that there's not too many rules - I feel like I can have fun.
- So much fun!
- Daniel was made to feel confident in trying new things, learned new skills and produced some beautiful pieces that he feels so proud of. Tanya is an exceptionally talented tutor.