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Always wanted to learn hand building?
At NOMO Ceramics you can make your ceramic dreams come true! Our hand building course guides you step by step through the craft, whether you’re completely new or have some experience.

Beginner? No problem!
That’s perfect! Have you never worked with clay before? No worries! We begin at the start: reparing the clay and learning basic techniques like coiling, slab building, and pinching. Before you know it, beautiful shapes emerge. We start with simple items like bowls and gradually build up to more complex shapes. Initially, the clay might seem unpredictable, but with patience and the right guidance, you’ll master the technique more and more.

Advanced? For you too!
If you already have experience and want to refine your skills, our courses are the perfect opportunity to work on your own projects with professional guidance. Discover new techniques that will inspire your creativity. You’ll gain more and more control over the clay and discover the extensive possibilities of hand building.

Glazing and decorating
In this course, you’ll go beyond simply shaping clay. You’ll also dive into decorating and glazing your ceramics, allowing you to create unique and stunning creations. Whether you want to refine your technique or reach new creative heights, you’ll find the support and inspiration you need with us.

Schedule

31 Jan. 202518 Apr. 2025
07 Feb. 202509 May 2025
14 Feb. 202516 May 2025
21 Feb. 202523 May 2025
28 Feb. 202530 May 2025
14 Mrt. 202506 Jun. 2025
21 Mrt. 202513 Jun. 2025
28 Mrt. 202520 Jun. 2025
04 Apr. 202527 Jun. 2025
11 Apr. 202504 Jul. 2025

Firing your work

At NOMO Ceramics, firing your ceramic work is included in the course price. Our staff carefully load and unload the kilns to ensure your creations are fired safely and optimally. To promote quality and safety, students are not allowed to load or unload the kilns themselves.

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What to bring

For this course, you bring your own tools. The tutor will discuss this with you in the first lesson. It is also handy to bring an apron to keep your clothes clean and a tea or old towel. A starter toolsset and apron is available for purchase at the studio at the start of the course.

Use of clay and glaze

To ensure the quality of your pieces and the safety of our equipment, we ask all students to purchase their clay and glazes from us in the studio.

We offer a carefully selected range of high-quality materials. Our prices are comparable to wholesale prices, so you can be assured of good materials at reasonable prices.

It is therefore not allowed to bring clay and glazes from outside. This is to minimize the risk of damage to our kilns and pieces. Different clays and glazes can cause unforeseen reactions during firing, which can lead to defects or even dangerous situations. By using our range, we can guarantee consistent quality and a safe working environment for everyone.

Questions?

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