Raku saturdays 2010 will be held on

April 17th

May 22nd

July 3rd

October 16th

All thses dates are now fully booked

To help meet demand we have introduced another Raku Day on

September 18th

This also is beginning to fill so please telephone 01732 451730 to confifm availability.

Outline Programme

10.00

Coffee and introductory talk on

Raku and glazes.

10.30 to 12.00 approx

Glaze work. Advice and help will be given to make the most of the beautiful glazes.

12.00 onwards

Kilns will be loaded and fired continuously throughout the afternoon and every one is encouraged to participate.

4.00 approx.

Last firing.

To make the most of the day you will need approximately four pieces of work bisque fired to at least 1000'c.

(Production days for these pieces can be organised if needed).

Advice notes are available on request. These contain a list of suitable clays to use, points to consider when making work for Raku firing, and further details about the format of the day.

Lunch

There are pubs nearby serving sandwiches, although most people prefer to bring a packed lunch, so as not to miss anything. Hot drinks are provided in the studio.

Fee for day

 £35

(CCS Students £32)

£15 deposit on booking.

There is a maximum of 15 students for each day and there will be a small charge for fired work.

Booking

These days are very popular, so before booking your place please first check availability by telephoning 01732451730.

Then you can print off an enrollment form from the contact page and return it to us together with your deposit.