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Pottery & Ceramics Course: Surface Decoration

What you'll learn

Learn how to decorate your pottery, then our new pottery Surface Decoration course in Sydney.

If you are tired of just glazing and are looking for ways to add more interest to the surface of your pottery & ceramics items, then this course is for you. No experience is necessary.

In this 3 hour course, you will learn a variety of surface decoration techniques that will elevate your ceramics to new heights. You will learn how to combine and layer various techniques to enhance your work with depth and sophistication.

You will finish decorating 3 pieces that will be bisque fired, clear glazed and glaze fired for you and ready to pick up in 2-3 weeks. All your materials and pottery for you to decorate are included in the course fee.

Feel free to bring a photo of artwork or pattern that inspires you to class and our professional tutor will show you how to achieve your goal.

Learning outcomes

By the end of this surface decoration course, you should learn:

  • How to add texture
  • Various decorative techniques
  • To combine and layer different techniques
  • How to elevate your ceramic piece

Course content

  • Various Decorative techniques

Intended audience

Who is this surface decoration course for?

This course is for anyone - no prior experience is necessary.

Course materials

Please bring to class

  • Face mask
  • An apron or a towel

Venue

Silky Shapes Studio

6 Prentice Lane, Willoughby

Parking direction

Please note, there is 2 hours of free street parking on Hayberry street, a 1-minute walk from the studio, available, as well as 2 hours of free parking at Woolworths across the street from the studio.

Additional information

Please note the following:

  • Please don’t wear your best clothing! Clay will wash out, but it’s better to wear some older clothes
  • If you have long hair, please tie it back
  • Wear closed-in shoes
  • Nails need to be trimmed
  • You will need to return a week after the last class to collect your pieces. You will be able to discuss this with your teacher

Course tutors

Great reasons to enrol in a short course with us

Small classes

A personal approach means quality learning, so you can enjoy plenty of interaction with your instructor and the chance to ask questions.

Short & sweet

Our short courses & workshops get straight to the point, providing the skills you need with minimal commitment of your precious time.

Facilities & equipment

Our range of venues suit every type of course, are easy to get to, and have the equipment and tech needed to support your learning.

Easy, secure enrolment

Enrol online 24/7 with a safe, convenient 3-step process, and you can change your mind up to 7 days before class starts.

Quality instructors

Our educators bring first-hand experience and knowledge, with up-to-the-minute practices from diverse industries.

Business or pleasure

Our courses help you rapidly increase your skills and knowledge, for professional development or personal interest.

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