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Alison and Abi Firing Workshops

alison and abi firing workshops

5.0(12)

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.

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Raku, Saggar, Barrel & Horsehair Firing Workshop

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By Alison and Abi Firing Workshops

RAKU, SAGGAR & BARREL FIRING WORKSHOPS POTTERY WORKSHOPS RAKU FIRING NAKED RAKU SAGGAR FIRING HORSEHAIR FIRING BARREL FIRING

Raku, Saggar, Barrel & Horsehair  Firing Workshop
Delivered In-Person in ExeterSat, Oct 509:00
£335

PORTRAITS, PET PORTRAITS AND COMMISSIONS

By Wyllie Fox Tuition

Commission an original, traditional and quirky Portrait in oils, acrylics or digital sketches

PORTRAITS, PET PORTRAITS AND COMMISSIONS
Delivered In-PersonFlexible Dates
£75 to £645

Gift Wrapping Class for teams

By Louise Lewis

Gift Wrapping Class for teams
Delivered in person or OnlineFlexible Dates
£597

Mosaic sculpture and bird bath

By Imaginary Mosaic Cafe

Weekend course to learn how to make a small mosaic sculpture and a bird bath.

Mosaic sculpture and bird bath
Delivered In-PersonFlexible Dates
£180

Garden wall mosaic course

By Imaginary Mosaic Cafe

Make a butterfly in this wall mosaic course

Garden wall mosaic course
Delivered In-PersonJoin Waitlist
£180

Bark Tanning Course

By Oak And Smoke Tannery

This 5 day camp is a bark tanning intensive. You'll learn ancient processes of using tree barks to tan and preserve skin into leather and furs. 

Bark Tanning Course
Delivered In-PersonFlexible Dates
£470

Private Beginners Embroidery Workshop - Request a date for your event!

5.0(12)

By Hoop & Fred

A private beginner embroidery workshop from Hoop & Fred tailored just for you!

Private Beginners Embroidery Workshop - Request a date for your event!
Delivered In-Person in Manchester or UK WideFlexible Dates
£100 to £300

Carve a Wood Spirit

By Scarecrow Woodcrafts

Woodcarving courses

Carve a Wood Spirit
Delivered In-PersonFlexible Dates
£65

Introduction to Blackwork Embroidery in Cumbria

By Maire Curtis Lakeland Studio

A relaxed and informal Blackwork Embroidery course in the lovely setting of a converted 18th Century cotton mill in Warwick Bridge, Carlisle. This course has been designed to guide the complete beginner or act as a refresher for those who may have dabbled in Blackwork embroidery in the past. We will cover the history, styles of Blackwork embroidery, threads and techniques.

Introduction to Blackwork Embroidery in Cumbria
Delivered In-Person in InternationallyFlexible Dates
£88

Plastic Recycling Workshops - collect it and melt it!

4.8(10)

By Doba Studio

See how plastic bottle tops are remelted into beautiful objects!

Plastic Recycling Workshops - collect it and melt it!
Delivered In-Person in Edinburgh or UK WideFlexible Dates
£16 to £300