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Teapots and teaware are iconic forms in Japanese ceramics. In this course, Tim will not only draw on his early influences from training and then working with David Leach – and his subsequent 45 years of experience as a master potter – but also his very personal ties with Japanese culture, history and ceramics. He has travelled, worked and exhibited extensively throughout Japan and these experiences will pay a key role in this course.
Using throwing and turning techniques in stoneware and porcelain, you will explore the form and function of thrown teapots and related teaware, with an emphasis on developing the individual approach of each maker.
The course will examine the practical and aesthetic relationships of individual elements, such as: spouts, handles and lids, and achieving coherence between groups of related items.
The course is for those with reasonable throwing skills, who are able to throw basic forms on the wheel. Beginners skills cannot be taught in this course.
This course is part of our Japanese influence’s week. Our February themed week of short courses for 2024 focuses on Japanese influences, led by talented artist-tutors.
Akiko Fujikawa – Woodcut printmaking
Rob Jones – Katagami and shibori textiles
Paula Haughney – Netsuke stone carving
Tim Andrews – Tea ware pottery
Yoko Takenami – Ink calligraphy and characters
Nick Bodimeade – Landscape – Eastern influences on European painting
Each course explores a different aspect of the influences of Japanese art and craft and how they may be applied to contemporary practices.
Each tutor will be invited to give a short talk (10 minutes) about an aspect of their work relating to the theme of the week on Tuesday evening at 5.15pm. Participants will also be encouraged to visit other courses to see work produced across the varied approaches offered in the week.
Arrival Day - this is the first date listed above
Courses start early evening. Residential students to arrive from 4pm, non-residential students to arrive by 6.45pm.
6.45pm: Welcome, followed by dinner (included).
8 - 9pm: First teaching session, attendance is essential.
Daily timetable
Classes 9.15 - 5pm, lunch is included.
From 6.30pm: Dinner (included for residential students).
Evening working - students may have access to workshops until 9pm, but only with their tutor's permission and provided any health and safety guidelines are observed.
Last day
Classes 9.15am - 3pm, lunch is included.
Residential students are to vacate their rooms by 10am please.
(This timetable is for courses of more than one day in length. The tutor may make slight variations)
Tim has taught around the world for over thirty years - workshops, lecturing, FE & HE. He trained originally with David Leach and at Dartington. Tim exhibits internationally - most recently in Japan, China and Australia. He is the author of two books on Raku ceramics, is fellow of the CPA and honorary President of the West Country Potters Association.
Residential option available. Find out accommodation costs and how to book here.
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