6 x 2.5 hour sessionLevel: Beginner+ & IntermediateTime: 10am - 12:30pmDates: 18th October - 29th November (No class 1st November)Tutor: Valentina Palonen Includes: Access to midfire clays, stains and underglazes Use of our studio equipment & tools All decorating, glazing and firing of your work - no hidden extra costs Expert teaching from our highly experienced tutors BONUS Studio Access day after your course * FREE Clay All Day tote bag 20% off any NPS apron using code APRON20OFF This six week course will take your decorating skills to the next level! This class is perfect for both newer potters who want to explore how to create unique pieces through surface decoration, and more experienced hand builders or wheel throwers looking to extend their skills. Decorating will give you an introduction to staining clay and how to use it, including a taste of making canes for nerikomi, lamination and marbling. You'll also explore dimensional surface techniques such as water etching and sgraffito. Get ready to give your pottery a whole new look! In this course you will learn how to: Stain clay Make nerikomi canes Decorate with stained clay Marble clay Water etching technique Sgraffito technique Please note this isn't a dedicated nerikomi course, you will be getting a small taste of the technique and making a little dish or test tile. Each class will have a maximum of 10 students. We can't wait to welcome you to the studio! Cancellation, Rescheduling & Refund Policy 14 days or more before your course starts: You may cancel your booking and receive a full refund. 7–13 days before your course starts: You may cancel and receive a refund, less a 5% administration fee. Within 7 days of the start date: No refund will be available. Rescheduling: You may request to reschedule your booking 5 days or more before your course starts, subject to availability. *To be used prior to commencement of the next Term If you can no longer attend within the 7-day period, you are welcome to arrange for a friend or family member to take your place. Please contact us as soon as possible with their name and contact details so we can update the booking. Please read our full Terms & Conditions before booking.