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Courses

How often do courses run?
Can I join a course after it's started?

If you’ve only missed a course starting by a week, you may still be able to participate as long as there are spaces left – in which case you’d be charged a week less. However, the first couple of weeks of our courses tend to cover a lot of the basics so it’s important to attend. We’ll often repeat courses throughout the year, especially staples like our wheelwork courses, so you won’t miss out! Please feel free to contact us for a chat if you’re unsure.
What are your course fees?
How do I pay for courses?
What if I need to miss a week of the course?

Unfortunately, we are unable to offer discounted courses on our website for those who know they will not be able to attend a session, and cannot refund any money for sessions that you miss unexpectedly once the course has started. We have plenty of courses that run on different days each week, so please have a look in case there’s a day that suits you better.
What do I need to bring with me?
Are there any other costs?

Other than your course fee, the only thing you’ll need to pay for is the clay for any items you decide you’d like fired. The clay costs from 50p per 100g depending on the type of clay, to be paid before first firing. This covers the cost of clay, slip, glaze and two firings. Your course leader will show you how to weigh and pay for your clay.
Where do the courses take place?

Most of our courses take place at our classroom in Moseley School of Art, which is next door to The Old Printworks.

Occassionally some classes take place at our studio at The Old Print Works, 506 Moseley Road, Balsall Heath, Birmingham, B12 9AH. When you arrive at the building, go down the cobbled drive to the right of the Ort Café and ring the red doorbell for Sundragon three times. If you’re coming by public transport, the number 50 bus stops very close to The Old Print Works. If you’re driving, the best place to park is on Edwards Road, opposite the entrance to the Old Print Works.
How many items will I make on a course?

If you’re on a wheelwork course, you may make anything from 10-20 pots – this is dependent on how comfortable you feel working on the pottery wheel. You can decide how many pots you choose to fire. Your tutor will let you know how much each item will cost.

We recommend that you fire pots that you feel comfortable with keeping. If there are any pieces you are unsure of, clay can be easily recycled before it’s fired. Even advanced potters recycle pots that they’re not happy with. Don’t be afraid of making mistakes – it’s a learning process!

Membership

How often do courses run?
Can I join a course after it's started?

If you’ve only missed a course starting by a week, you may still be able to participate as long as there are spaces left – in which case you’d be charged a week less. However, the first couple of weeks of our courses tend to cover a lot of the basics so it’s important to attend. We’ll often repeat courses throughout the year, especially staples like our wheelwork courses, so you won’t miss out! Please feel free to contact us for a chat if you’re unsure.
What are your course fees?
How do I pay for courses?
What if I need to miss a week of the course?

Unfortunately, we are unable to offer discounted courses on our website for those who know they will not be able to attend a session, and cannot refund any money for sessions that you miss unexpectedly once the course has started. We have plenty of courses that run on different days each week, so please have a look in case there’s a day that suits you better.
What do I need to bring with me?
Are there any other costs?

Other than your course fee, the only thing you’ll need to pay for is the clay for any items you decide you’d like fired. The clay costs from 50p per 100g depending on the type of clay, to be paid before first firing. This covers the cost of clay, slip, glaze and two firings. Your course leader will show you how to weigh and pay for your clay.
Where do the courses take place?

Most of our courses take place at our classroom in Moseley School of Art, which is next door to The Old Printworks.

Occassionally some classes take place at our studio at The Old Print Works, 506 Moseley Road, Balsall Heath, Birmingham, B12 9AH. When you arrive at the building, go down the cobbled drive to the right of the Ort Café and ring the red doorbell for Sundragon three times. If you’re coming by public transport, the number 50 bus stops very close to The Old Print Works. If you’re driving, the best place to park is on Edwards Road, opposite the entrance to the Old Print Works.
How many items will I make on a course?

If you’re on a wheelwork course, you may make anything from 10-20 pots – this is dependent on how comfortable you feel working on the pottery wheel. You can decide how many pots you choose to fire. Your tutor will let you know how much each item will cost.

We recommend that you fire pots that you feel comfortable with keeping. If there are any pieces you are unsure of, clay can be easily recycled before it’s fired. Even advanced potters recycle pots that they’re not happy with. Don’t be afraid of making mistakes – it’s a learning process!

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