Experimental textured bottles

Name: Experimental textured bottles
Start: 2026-07-04T10:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-07-04T16:00:00+01:00
Location: Oaktrack Smallholding

Schedule

Sat Jul 04 2026 at 10:00 am to 04:00 pm

UTC+01:00

Location

Oaktrack Smallholding | Andover, EN

A fun and relaxed introduction to hand building with clay
Suitable for all abilities
Suitable for children 11+ with adult support
Homecooked Lunch included
£120 for the day which includes booking fees, lunch, all materials, firing and glazing cost ( 2 bottles, a large and small)
Join expert tutor and sculptor , Rebecca on this new one day workshop, in the tranquil surroundings of Oaktrack Smallholding near Andover.
If you are new to Rebecca's classes then this is suitable for all abilities. Experiment with a variety if mark making, tools, textures and stamps to create unique textured surfaces. Rebecca will then guide you through a a step-by-step construction process using your textured clay slabs to create your own unique textured clay vessel. You will have the opportunity to create 2 forms ( 2 bottles large and small ) throughout the day . Rebecca welcomes children 11+ on the workshop if accompanied by an adult as they may need some extra support.
Your finished pieces will then be dried glazed using oxides to enhance the pattern and texture on the surface and fired in the kiln at Rebecca's studio in nearby Upton, ready for collection from Oaktrack within 2 to 3 weeks
large bottle approximately 33cm tall and small bottle approximately 26cm tall.

Getting there
Oaktrack Smallholding, 9 Charlton Down,Andover.SP11 0JA
Arrival time is 10am (no need to arrive early)
Entrance to the venue What Three Words ///intro.highbrow.mocked
Any issues with travel or other queries please message Rebecca on 07816834605
Parking
There is plenty of parking at Oaktrack. Gravel paths and no step into venue.
What to bring
Hopefully we will be blessed with warm weather however it can be cool first thing in the morning in the barn at Oaktrack so bring extra layers just in case.
Refreshments and food
Tea and coffee will be provided throughout the day.
Please note: If you would like a speciality coffee and cake these can be purchased from Oaktrack on the day.
Home cooked lunch is provided by Oaktrack and included in price. ( homemade quiche and salad or Soup and bread)
Please inform Rebecca via email if you have any dietary requirements on booking.
[email protected]
07816834605