Pottery in Poole: a good way of learning and having fun at the same time

Posted by Johny Dean on February 2nd, 2014

The stress associated with modern life has taken a toll on the lives of more and more people. Some have the ability to deal with it without any help, whereas others feel the need to indulge in relaxing activities that will free their minds of day to day problems. One of the best ways of finding peace of mind, whilst also learning new and interesting skills is by taking part in an art class. Some people may feel a little intimidated by the idea as they think this type of activity will require them to know some facts about art beforehand. Our advice is that you should stop worrying about this aspect and start attending such courses, as a large percentage of those who attend these classes will be more than willing to help you out. If you are considering picking up pottery in Poole, you have come to the right place. In this article we will offer you a few basic facts about pottery programs and how to choose to best one.

If you are not that familiar with what pottery is, you should know that this art form involves giving a clay body a specific shape which is later dried using a kiln (a thermally insulated chamber similar to an oven which produces temperatures high enough to harden the clay). The art of pottery exists since prehistoric times, but many of the artifacts found on archeological sites were created using the techniques of foaming from that time, such as pinching and coiling. The earliest forms of pottery were made from clays which were fired at low temperatures in either open bonfires or pit-fires. Other materials used in the past to create pottery are: stoneware (15th Century BC China) and porcelain (China, Korea and Japan between 16th and the 17th century AD). Through time, it has been used to for both functional and decorative items. In addition to that, in some cultures, this practice is an essential element in celebrations and religious acts.

Nowadays the practice benefits from the aid associated with the development of technology, as people who are passionate about it have access to proper kilns and tools. However, the most important element which defines this activity as an art form has been kept: the human touch. The rolling, cutting, shaping, and finishing tools are all coordinate by the artist’s hand also having the responsibility of keeping the potter’s wheel going. If we have convinced you that this is the activity for you, our advice is that you start doing your research for the best potters in town who offer classes. There are many artists who can provide quality training in Poole, but if you want to make sure that you pick the best you will have to invest some time in the research process. Choose a firm who has attractive items on sale, as this is proof that the potters who work there are to professionals who take pride in their creation. This will also ensure you that, if you are a natural talent, who has the ability to create beautiful items, you will also have the possibility of making some money out of your hobby.

Start taking courses for Pottery in Poole today! Visit these links to find out how to be a part of the Pottery Studio in Poole !