Glaze Courses

Our Glaze Courses are designed for those interested in the science and application of glazes. These courses are perfect for makers who want to explore colour, surface, and functionality - whether aesthetically or technically.

Our Offerings:

• 6-Week Courses: Extended sessions that help you build a strong foundation or refine your technical and theoretical knowledge.

• 3-Day Courses: An intensive version, delivered over three consecutive days.

Current Courses:

• Make a Glaze (Part 1): Learn about glazes in this practical course focused on mixing your own brushing glazes from raw materials. By the end of the course, you'll have at least five glazes to use, along with the knowledge and experience to mix more independently. Led by our very own glaze guru Chris Crawford, you will cover the basics of ceramic glaze science and become familiar with Glazy.org - a valuable resource for glaze research and documentation. You'll learn the logic behind Sunken Studio’s glaze system and how to mix your own glazes safely and consistently. Together you’ll explore how to apply this knowledge to making both brushing and dipping glazes for various applications. Each session is divided into 50% theory and discussion, and 50% practical glaze-making.

Progression:

• Glaze Club: Is for those who have completed Make a Glaze Part 1. It provides a space and support to explore and experiment with new glazes, troubleshoot challenges and exchange ideas with other studio members. This ongoing programme fosters a community of learning and experimentation. Raw materials are available on a pay-per-use basis.

• Make a Glaze (Part 2): Build on the foundations from Part 1 by learning how to further modify and adapt your glaze recipes. You’ll be introduced to advanced volumetric blending techniques, allowing you to quickly develop a wide range of new glazes. Key topics include: Unity Molecular Formula (UMF) and Stull Chart helping you predict glaze behaviour without firing.

Non-members who complete Make a Glaze are invited to join a complimentary Glaze Club session, held 5–6pm on the Tuesday following your final class.

Requirements:

• P3 Rated Respirator: A well-fitted P3 rated respirator is essential to protect against airborne silica. We recommend these specific models. Without a suitable mask, participation in practical components will not be allowed.

• Laptop Computer: You'll need online access during sessions to use Glazy.org for glaze calculations and documentation. Glazy.org is the best solution we've found for recording and sharing glaze information.

• Notebook: For taking additional handwritten notes if desired.

Prerequisites: None

Duration: 15 hours

Choose Your Path: Diagnostic Learning

Our range of courses is designed to help you discover where your true strengths lie within the discipline of ceramics. By trying different courses - whether it’s handbuilding, throwing, or glazing - you can identify which techniques resonate most with you.

Savings:

If you’re interested in exploring multiple techniques over several weeks, consider our EVENING CLASS BUNDLE. This option allows you to enrol in two six-week courses for £460, saving £100. It’s an excellent way to broaden your knowledge across different areas of ceramics.

Sign up for any of our multi-week or multi-day courses and enjoy your first month of studio membership on us! (Minimum 3-month commitment required). Learn more about our MEMBERSHIP.

For more detailed information on our courses, motivations and our resources, please refer to our PROSPECTUS.

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