Discover the possibilities of clay as you design and create your own unique sculpture.

This six-week course offers an introduction to a range of techniques used to create sculptural, three-dimensional forms in clay. Open to all levels, from complete beginners to those with experience who would like to explore new ways of working, the course will guide you through developing your own ideas, from figurative and architectural forms to more abstract designs.

In the first few weeks you’ll learn key techniques including coiling, slab building, carving from a solid form and hollowing out. You can then choose to focus on creating one larger sculpture or develop several smaller pieces as your ideas evolve.

Embers classes are warm, relaxed and fun, allowing participants to explore their creativity alongside a supportive backbone of expert guidance, ensuring that visions are fulfilled and the full potential of clay is explored.

Pieces will be fired at the end of the course and there will be options to glaze finished sculptures.

Attendees from previous sculpture courses are welcome to attend and work on their own projects with guided support.

All clay and firing costs are included in the ticket price. Students need to bring an apron, sketches, photos of ideas plus any specific glaze materials outside of the basic ones supplied.

Costs: £185

Times: 18.00 - 21.00

Days: 6 Thursday evenings

Dates: 1 October to 12 November (no class 5 November)

Location: White Room

Maximum: 10

Ember Vincent is a professional ceramicist who has been actively exhibiting and selling her ceramic work since 1996 and is a member of the Sussex Guild of professional designers and makers. She specialises in deity-inspired sculptures, and Raku fired vessels. In addition, Ember is a trained and experienced teacher and workshop facilitator and teaches in venues as diverse as schools, festivals, woodlands and prisons. Her workshops are relaxed and welcoming with a focus on supporting individual creativity.

Phoenix Art Space is a registered charity.

When you purchase a ticket for one of our courses, you're directly supporting our work. We work hard to keep our prices as low as possible so our courses remain inclusive.

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