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wheel classes

in the heart of Brittany

I offer different kinds of pottery wheel classes in my garden studio in small groups of a maximum of 3 people.

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There are different course options available, take a look.

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weekend wheel course

On two  days we will dive into the world of pottery. In a total of 7 hours we throw the first cups and bowls on the wheel and trim and decorate them the next day. On the 2nd day I will also introduce you to the world of glazing with a cup or bowl that I have thrown and already fired.

Your pieces will be fired and glazed by me.

Your pieces will be ready for pickup approximately 3 weeks after the course or will be sent for an additional charge

 

Course price including materials  (max. 6 self-made pieces + glazed cup/bowl: 230 euros

2 days wheelcourse. On two dates we will throw our first pieces together on the potter's wheel in a small group (max. 3 participants) and in a relaxed atmosphere. Course duration: a total of 7 hours over 2 days. Price 230 euros including material and 2 firings. Day 1: In about 3 hours I'll show you how you can create your first small bowls from a lump of clay. We prepare the clay together and then create our first small works of art on the glass. I'll show you different types of techniques and tools and provide advice as you immerse yourself in the world of tone and flow for the first time. Day 2: On day 2 we are trimming the pieces. Now the later shape really emerges; a handle could also attached during this step. Afterwards and after a short break, I will introduce you to the world of glazing. You will receive a piece (cup or mug) that I have previously thrown and glaze it yourself in your desired color. A selection of Sia Noire glazes is available. The second appointment lasts about 4 hours. Your thrown pieces now have to dry for 10-14 days and will then be glazed and fired by me and sent to you for a postage fee. Optional: You are from the region or have enough time. You can glaze your pieces yourself and pick them up about 10 days after the course. Who is the workshop suitable for? The workshop is aimed at anyone who has always wanted to try out the material clay. I accompany beginners through their first steps at the wheel and we create their first works for your home. But even if you've made pottery before, I'd be happy to teach you new techniques to center it more easily and throw it higher. Where does this all take place? The workshops take place in my studio in Brittany, France: 538 Ar Gozhkêr Boden, 22110 Rostrenen Anything else? Please remember to wear clothing that can get dirty. I provide the apron and towels. And another tip: with short fingernails it's easier to turn at the beginning. cancellation: By booking a course you agree to the following policies: If the participant cancels, there will be no refund, but a course voucher for a later workshop, if available. Missed individual sessions of a course that has been started are non-refundable.

pottery holiday

5 days of PotteRelax!

5 days to dive deeep into the world of clay. 5 days to learn new techniques, create a small set of dishes, decorate, work with engobes, test out different glazing techniques (on pieces I have turned) and so on.

Take a break and enjoy silence and nature and get to know this so called claymeditation.

 

Course price per person including material, lunch and drinks, max 6 self-made pieces + 2 pieces provided by me and glazed by you

690 euros. Additional pieces can be burned at a price of 15 euros/kg.

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Overnight stay, optional:

We have a one bedroom gîte with a queen size bed (1-2 p.).

Please book this directly with the course.

We also have a parking space for motorhomes. However, this does not have a toilet or shower, so please only use self-sufficient ones! A disposal station is in Rostrenen. Shore power is available at the pitch. Please also book the parking space together with the course.

Further accommodation options as well as information about our holiday apartment and parking space can be found here.

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Booking example:

1 course participant books 1x the course, plus 1x the gîte/parking space,

2 persons. You book 2x the course, plus 1x the gîte/camping space.

2 people, but only one person would like to take part in the course: 1 course booking, 1x gîte/camping space.

Course bookings are of course also possible without an overnight stay!

There are several lovely holidayapartments near, as well as a campsid in mellionnec.

private lessons

You are guest in our holiday apartment and interested in trying out pottery or would you like 1:1 support?

After prior coordination (please before booking the holiday apartment!), I offer our guests private lessons.

2 hours cost 120 euros for one person or 150 euros for 2 people

and can be expanded as required.

Depending on your wishes and which topic you would like to dive deeper into, I will put together a package of your choice.

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Information about the holiday apartment can be found here.

Attention: Minimum stay in the holiday apartment is 2 nights.

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If you are interested in the private lessons, please contact me by email with your desired period (June-September) and duration: sianoire@saskiagaulke.com

5 days wheelcourse. PotteRelax, the pottery holiday. In an idyllic setting in the heart of Brittany, far from the noise of the streets, we immerse ourselves in the world of pottery for 5 days. Days 1-4 are with an 1-hour lunch break. Day 1: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. The introduction. We'll learn how to properly prepare our clay and our workplace. We throw our first cups and bowls and immerse ourselves in the world of clay. Day 2: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m it`s about throwing. Depending on your preference, we slowly venture into larger shapes. A small breakfast set, bowls or perhaps a vase. We continue to work on the technic. Day 3. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m Like day 2 Day 4: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m Today we are trimming the pieces from the first few days, decorating them, attaching handles, working with engobes and sgraffito. Day 5: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m I would like to introduce you to the world of glazing. Since your pieces have to dry for about 10 days before they can be fired, you will receive two pieces that I have thrown and have already fired (mug, cup or bowl) and you glaze them in your desired color. There are various Sia Noire glazes to choose from, which are applied using different techniques. Your pieces (6 are included in the price, others will be charged at 12 euros/kg). I will glaze and fire them for you about 10-14 days later and send them to you for a postage fee. Optional: If you come from the region or have enough time , you are welcome to glaze your pieces yourself about 10 days after the last day of the course and take them with you for 48 hours. Course duration: a total of 22 hours over 5 days. Price 690 euros including materials, fires (6 self-made pieces, plus 2 provided by me, others for an additional charge), lunch, drinks. Who is the workshop suitable for? The workshop is aimed at anyone who has always wanted to try out the material clay. I accompany beginners through their first steps at the wheel and we create their first works for your home. But even if you've made pottery before, I'd be happy to teach you new techniques to center it more easily and throw it higher. Where does this all take place? The workshops take place in my studio in Brittany, France: 538 Ar Gozhkêr Boden, 22110 Rostrenen Something else? Please remember to wear clothing that can get dirty. I provide the apron and towels. And another tip: with short fingernails it's easier to throw at the beginning. cancellation: By booking a course you agree to the following policies: If the participant cancels, there will be no refund, but a course voucher for a later workshop, if available. Missed individual sessions of a course that has been started are non-refundable.

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