Make your own Wax Melter - Ceramic Workshop

The Workshop

In this workshop you will make your own ceramic wax melter or oil burner from scratch and decorate it as you choose. The workshop is relaxed, informal and suitable for complete beginners or those who've worked with clay before. Whether you've got bags of ideas and inspiration or not, don't worry, we'll provide any help you need to make something brilliant!

Using stoneware clay, you will learn to hand build the pot using slabs of clay and can draw your decoration or choose from a selection of stamps to create your own unique patterns. You will also be able to pick the glaze you would like your pot finished in from a selection on the day.

Tuition will be provided by two experienced ceramicists Amy and Sue, and with small numbers on our workshops, you can have as much or as little guidance as you like! All materials and firing are included as well as use of equipment on the day. Refreshments will be provided too!

After the workshop your creation will be carefully transported back to the studio where it will be fired and glazed. The finished pieces will be wrapped in 100% biodegradable packaging and ready for collection from the workshop venue 3-4 weeks later.

About Us

Amy is a studio potter based near Newcastle upon Tyne. She graduated from the University of Sunderland with a first-class honours degree in Glass and Ceramics before going on to establish her own independent ceramics studio.

She works with stoneware and porcelain to create wheel-thrown home and tableware which are functional as well as beautiful. She values craftsmanship, sustainability and heritage and loves to help others discover the joy of clay through classes and workshops.

The Venue

The workshop will take place in a beautiful, bright room at Elvet and Bailey in the heart of historic Durham City, a stones throw from the market place and 5 minutes walk from the castle and cathedral. There is plenty of parking nearby if you're travelling by car. Being in the city centre, Elvet and Bailey is easily accessible by bus. Please note the room is upstairs.

Admissions

Please note, one ticket admits one person for the workshop. The workshop cannot be split between two people. Transfers can be requested up to 30 days before the event. For further information on our booking and cancellation policy please visit: https://www.amyrutherfordceramics.com/cancellation-policy

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