Further Your Throwing Skills – Intermediate 2
Further Your Throwing Skills – Intermediate 2
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Preston Road Adult Education Centre
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Course Aims
If you have a good knowledge in this subject and can complete tasks with only limited support required, then this course is for you!
You will further your creative repertoire and be able to use your skills in a variety of situations, shapes, and sizes. You will practice using hand techniques to create shapes in the sides of the pots and aim to be able to bring in the neck of the clay as well as bellying out by the end of the six weeks.
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements.
How to apply
For information on how to apply, please call 01482 615 349 / 616 580 or email: learneradvice@hullcc.gov.uk
Course Content
During this six-week course you will develop your own self confidence practicing the key skills of bellying out, necking in and the hand positions tips and techniques that will allow you to make various shape alterations to the outer edges of your thrown ware.
Topics covered will be:
- Techniques and skills including the two-finger technique
- Bellying out
- Necking in
- Scaling up the weights of clay that we can centre and throw with
- Use of the studio space, facilities, and extensive materials
- Explore different clay bodies and learn how they can be used to help you to achieve your design aims with finished pieces
- Use of extensive ranges of stoneware glazes
Assessment Method
This is a RARPA based course, assessment is carried out though building of a portfolio and taking part within tasks matched to the individual’s personal targets.
RARPA stands for Recognising and Recording Progress and Achievement which is the process of assessment for non-accredited learning. It is a means of validating the outcomes of programmes which do not result in qualifications. RARPA is a five stage process which measures and records learners’ progress, achievements and attendance.
Where can it lead?
You could progress on to further crafting, sewing and pottery/ceramics courses.
As a Hull Training and Adult Education learner, you have access to our Careers Advice Service. Our advisers are on hand to guide you through options and support you to achieve your full potential. Ask your tutor to refer you, if required.