New Short Summer courses at Ricky Grimes Studio

All my classes are held in my fully equipped North London Studio (See map below)

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All the best, Ricky

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Building Large Scale Ceramic
21st 22nd 23rd and 24th July
10am to 4pm

On this four day course you will be able to make large scale pieces either for the garden or interior. We will explore source materials in books and online for inspiration as well as sharing ideas that you have and would like to create. You can use hand building techniques and throwing on a large scale and will be guided at all stages. There are a wide variety of clay types available which are sold by the bag. The clay includes firing and glazing costs and range from £31 to £46 for a 12.5kg bag.

Please bring a small towel, an apron, and a packed lunch. Water, tea and coffee will be provided. If you would like more information please get in touch.

Cost £375

A deposit of £150 secures your place
Please read the course booking and cancellation terms and conditions.
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three spaces

One day throwing class
Saturday 8th August
10am to 4pm

This is a one day throwing course and is suitable for anyone whether beginner who wants to try it out or for more experienced potters who want to focus on improving with extra tuition. At the end of the session you can select up to three pieces to be trimmed and glazed. These will be ready to collect usually in around two to three weeks but may vary during the summer months.

Please bring a small towel, an apron, and a packed lunch. Water, tea and coffee will be provided. If you would like more information please get in touch.

Cost 120

A deposit of £60 secures your place
Please read the course booking and cancellation terms and conditions.
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2 spaces

Three Day throwing class
Making Tableware
19th 20th and 21st August
10am to 4pm

In this new three day throwing course you will be shown how to make sets of nesting bowls, sets of matching plates and bowls as well as mugs, jugs and jars. With all the throwing courses there is a bit of flexibility so its not completely restricted. A basic level of throwing is recommended but if you are a keen beginner you would be welcome to give it a bash. Clay for this course is sold by the bag and includes firing. If you want to collect bisque fired pots you can when ready or if you want to glaze there will be dates in the autumn to come and colour them.

Please bring a small towel, an apron, and a packed lunch. Water, tea and coffee will be provided. If you would like more information please get in touch.

Cost 300

A deposit of £150 secures your place
Please read the course booking and cancellation terms and conditions.
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Three day Throwing Course
How to Throw taller and bigger Pots
3rd 4th and 5th August
10am to 4pm

This three day class is ideal to improve and learn how to throw bigger and taller forms on the wheel. This course is suitable if you have the basics of throwing but need a bit of help in getting more height or want to do bigger bowls. You will learn to make plant pots,vases, large jugs and wide deep bowls. You can also try out cutting and assembling clay thrown slabs to make new interesting shapes. Clay is sold by the bag and includes firing costs. With all the summer courses there will be an option to book on to a glaze day in the autumn or have the pots bisque fired only.
Please bring a packed lunch. Water, tea and coffee will be provided.

Cost £300

A deposit of £150 secures your place
Please read the course booking and cancellation terms and conditions.
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2 spaces

Two Day throwing class
Friday 14th and Saturday 15th August
10am to 4pm

Two days allows for a more complete experience of throwing. This course is suitable for beginners as well as more experienced throwers who want to learn a bit more whether its finishing tips, making bigger pots or trying new things like jars with lids. Day two will be a bit more throwing but also turning of pots from the previous day.

Please bring a small towel, an apron, and a packed lunch. Water, tea and coffee will be provided. If you would like more information please get in touch.

Cost 200

A deposit of £100 secures your place
Please read the course booking and cancellation terms and conditions.
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Weekend and Weekly Courses

Weekday Courses

The weekday classes are small and friendly limited to 8 participants. They are very popular and participants get a chance to re enrol at the end of each term. For this reason spaces only become free very occasionally. I do not keep a waiting list. A wide range of glazes and clay are available.

Cost is £310 for the ten weeks with clay sold separately by the bag including firing and glazing.

Times

Mon 7:00pm to 9:30pm
Tue 9:15am to 11:45am
Tue 12:30pm to 3:00pm
Tue 7:00pm to 9:30pm
Wed 10:00am to 12:30pm
Wed 7:00pm to 9:30pm
Thur 7:00pm to 9:30pm
Please note that when you sign up for the ongoing courses you are committing to be there for the term. Classes cannot be transferred to other days to make up for times when you cannot attend. I also cannot issue refunds once the course has started.

Please read the course booking and cancellation terms and conditions.
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Weekend Course - Throwing

The throwing classes are open to all levels and are a great way to make big improvements on your wheel ability. There are six wheels so spaces are limited and plenty of individual attention is guaranteed.

The classes run throughout the year.

Times are from 10:30am to 4:30pm and cost is £110 for a one day course. You can select up to three pieces at the end of the day to be fired and glazed.

Please read the course booking and cancellation terms and conditions.
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Weekend Course - Raku Firing

The raku process is fast and exciting. There is something very satisfying about seeing the glazes melt and the kiln opening with glowing bright orange pots then covering with leaves and sawdust.

In the raku day classes you bring your own pieces to be fired. This is restricted to five small to medium pieces per person.
The next raku will not be until the autumn.

Times 10:30am to 4:30pm cost for the day £110. Limited to eight participants

Please read the course booking and cancellation terms and conditions.
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Location Of Ricky Grimes Ceramics Studio

Directions to Studio 104 Alexandra Rd N10 2EX

The studio is off the main roads in a residential area in Muswell Hill next to the golf course and near the North Circular. It takes about ten minutes from the nearest bus stop to walk here. If driving there are usually spaces across from the house. I request that if you can to park here. Please do not block the driveway. If coming for the first time you will find, to the right of the house a gate. Follow the path around to the rear of the house and you will find the studio.

From Highgate Station catch bus 134 or 43 to Muswell Hill and get off at Wilton Rd stop on Colney Hatch Lane. Cross at the zebra crossing and follow Sydney Rd all the way to Oak Avenue. Turn right on to Oak Avenue then turn left at the top on to Alexandra Rd. 104 is about 200m down on your left

From Bounds Green Station catch bus 102 or 299 to Muswell Hill getting off at St Andrews Church. Cross here and take Windermere Rd to the end and turn left on to Grosvenor Rd. At the top of the road there is a barrier to prevent cars passing. You can either turn right down Forest Walk taking the footpath leading you on to Alexandra Rd, or continue down Wetherill Rd and turn right on Sydney Rd. From here follow directions above

From North Circular take junction for B550 signed Muswell Hill. Go in direction of Muswell hill then take second turn on left Hampden Rd. Follow all the way to the end then take a left on to Sydney Rd. At the end of Sydney Rd take a right on to Alexandra Rd and 104 is 300m along on the right.