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News : 2024 Raku workshop dates coming soon – in the meantime drop me an email for Booking or enquiries : andymasonceramics@gmail.com
Raku, originating from 16th century Japan, is one of the most fascinating techniques within creative ceramics. RakuWorkshops.UK offers a memorable workshop experience for individual interest, social & special occasion, community and business groups.
Andy Mason, a potter with over 30 years of ceramics experience, combines his individual techniques with the great tradition of Raku, sharing his enthusiasm for this fascinating activity ~ a blend of art, alchemy, and surprise
You will be guided through creative glazing methods leading to dramatic ‘live’ kiln firings resulting in finished pots with the unique special effects of Raku. Andy will also introduce you to the fascinating history of Raku and its associations with the Japanese Tea Ceremony…and Japanese food ! Note: Some workshops invite you to participate in the tea ceremony* and also offer an option of a super tasty Japanese style buffet* giving you the complete experience. *Check programmed workshop details below or as Optional extras for group bookings
It really is very accessible, allowing you to enjoy the event at your own level, from a beginners curiosity, or with a desire to express your artistic talent!
One Day Workshop ~ Glazing & firing. You’ll be offered a choice of beautifully handmade pots, biscuit-fired ready to be glazed. From 10 to 30 participants – please enquire
Two Day Workshop ~ Making, glazing & firing. A chance to make your own pots! An in-depth experience, either a weekend or two separate days with a break between, e.g consecutive Saturdays/Sundays – please enquire. Bookings from £65.00 per person per day
Click on the event links below, send an email enquiry, or, for future workshop notifications simply email andymasonceramics@gmail.com and enter “Raku mailing list” in the subject line.
Note: Usually workshops venues are around Derbyshire/Leicestershire/ Staffordshire area. Alternatively, book Andy’s Raku Roadshow for your chosen venue…At your home with a group of friends, or any other celebration.
Workshop dates in 2024 to be announced mid-end Nov 2023
See Andy’s Facebook page for updates of other activities and events.
Testimony:
“I’ve recruited Andy’s Raku expertise for a number of events here at Seymour Road Studios and elsewhere. He has the practicalities down to a fine art but, for all the slickness of the operation, he also has the personal touch and brings warmth and enthusiasm as well as skills and experience. His workshops are one of our most popular calendar highlights and I can heartily recommend them.”
Fran Tristram, Seymour Road Studios
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