Level 2 Certificate in Creative Techniques in 3D – Ceramics

A passion for clay.

A desire to create and develop a visual language using ceramic materials.

A willingness to extend your ceramic knowledge and an eagerness to try out new techniques and processes in the creation of original ceramic work.

Developing design ideas

Using sampling techniques and processes in 2D/3D work

Creating hand built ceramic forms

Creating thrown functional items

You have enjoyed working with ceramics/pottery as a hobby or a leisure activity and want to further develop and expand your knowledge of ceramic making techniques.

To explore a range of ceramic art and artists that will in turn influence you own ideas and practice.

To investigate and develop skills in both hand building and thrown 'wheel' work.

To incorporate a range of tools and equipment specific to ceramic techniques and processes.

To understand a variety of surface qualities that can be achieved through the use of slips, underglazes and glazes.

To load and operate kilns for bisque and glaze firings.

The practical hands-on approach to the subject. 

The relaxed, but supportive atmosphere of the ceramic studio.

The opportunity to develop your own ceramic language through the development and construction of personal 3D work incorporating a variety of processes and techniques.

The opportunity to explore surface design, texture and pattern to create a range of finishes appropriate to your work.

A solid body of work produced will help create a portfolio that may be used to progress onto further education courses.

It will give the confidence, ability and skill set to create and produce a range of work that could be used as a commercial enterprise.