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Studio Teacher Training
Fired Arts Acadamy
Duncan Teacher Training
Spectrum Teacher Training


Studio Teacher Training
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Fired Arts Acadamy    

     

The FIRED ARTS ACADAMY  was introduced into Europe through BISQUE IMPORTS EUROPE.
Started in the USA by Helene and Gayla  from THE STUDIO RESOURSE based in Washington.
This is a CERTIFIED COURSE and has three levels Bronze, Silver and Gold. As you complete the segments certificates are issed for you to display in your store. You also have access to an exclusive website that has lots of information and technique projects for you to use.
The Course is designed to take you through all aspects of FIRED ART this will include working with Ceramics, Warm Glass, Enamalling in fact anything to do with the use of your Kiln.
It also includes CLAY WORK, hand building with Clay and introducing new paint and painting techniques that will make your Clay Days just a one stop programme/
The use of a Microwave kiln will show you how to make spectacular Glass jewellery  and other small items.
China painting, and working with Porcelain is also part of the course.
This course is recommended for people who already have a little experience working with Ceramics.
This course will help you broaden your range in a Ceramic Café or Paint your own Pottery Studio.
Venues that offer, Ceramics, Glass, Enamelling and Clay Works are going to be very busy having the attraction of several different hobbies all under one roof.

CERAMICS
Designing directly onto bisque also the use of adding on Tag-a-longs to your work.
Baby Hand and Footprints
Glaze carving, Scraffito, Stencilling, Banding  Bubble Painting, Marbelling all necessary technique in your studio.

WARM GLASS
Working  with Glass you can use your ordinary kiln as long as it has a Controller. Being able to design  Suncatchers,  beautiful Glass Bowls ect. You will learn how to fuse glass and also slump glass. Also  with a Microwave Kiln you ban make stunning pieces of jewellery .

ENAMALLING
Using a small enamel  Kiln you will be able to make wonderful jewellery items and also Badges, buttons ect.

CLAY WORKS
Learn how to hand build with clay, throw on a wheel and create beautiful sculptures. Clay works will bring the children back to your business time and time again.
Although we are based in FRANCE flights are cheap to Limoges from the UK when the kids are at school. Accomodation is also cheap in the area.
For details and dates please e.mail
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 Duncan Teacher Training

            

DUNCAN CERAMICS TEACHER TRAINING

Our Managing Director Julia Grant is a Certified Duncan Ambassador and has been teaching the Duncan University Programme for 7 years in Europe.  With 25 years experience in the Ceramic Industry she has an amazing amount of knowledge and technical advise to share with students
Duncan`s  Educational programme is called Essentials and is run through the DUNCAN UNIVERSITY programme. This course is CERTIFIED and you would receive a certificate at the end of the course. Participants are required to complete all  four Essential Classes to receive the DUNCAN CERTIFIED TEACHERS AWARD.
The coursework consists of four one day seminars, which are held from 9 till 4 each day and  should be taken in sequence, although it is not mandatory. Essential Courses have been designed to introduce ceramics to a newcomer to the Industry as well as provide existing ceramists with up to date product information.
The cost of the course is 75.00 Euro per day. So the complete course would cost you 300.00 Euros. The course can be completed in 3 days but the hours per day would   be longer  from 9.00 am till 7.00pm. However the cost would still be 300.99 Euros/
The above fees include all Bisque, Greenware and Colour that is required to finish the Essentials Course.
Accommodation and Food can be provided if required by negotiation.
For Bookings and Availability contact
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Essentials 1        EARTH, FIRE AND COLOUR

Earth, Fire and Colour is designed to introduce decorative ceramics from the earthen clay state to the fired piece. Students will create decorative low fire ceramic pieces, using Slip ceramic moulds and the kiln.

Essentials 2        SEASONAL COLOUR

Seasonal colour demonstrates designs inspired by European Traditional ceramic art.
Using the most traditional decorative paints in the Duncan fired colour family, you will experience Cover Coats and EZ stroke translucent underglazes.

Essentials 3        CLASSICAL COLOUR

This course explores primitive design elements, colour schemes and motif. Inspired by nature, a motif was the art of early man.

Classical Colour touches upon art from some of the most fascinating regions of the world, from the Incas in peru to design elements from Africa.
Explore the possibilities and take a trip back through time with Duncans most exotic glazes.

Essentials 4        ACRYLIC COLOUR

Discover the exciting world of Acrylic colour. This one day course will teach you a variety of techniques using non fired products, from acrylic brushstrokes, antiquing
And sealing with everything in between.
WE HOLD DUNCANS ESSENTIAL COURSES EVERY MONTH BUT WE ARE PREPARED TO WORK WITH YOU ONE ON ONE IF OUR TEACHING STAFF ARE AVAILABLE.
Although we are based in FRANCE flights are cheap to Limoges with Ryan Air and accommodation is also available cheap locally

Please e mail for details or desired dates
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Spectrum Teacher Training

     

CERAMIC CAFÉ TRAINING from HOUSE OF CERAMICS FRANCE
We can offer you 2 / 3 / or 4 days of education teaching you what you need to know to be able to run a new Ceramic Business. This course is not Certified like the DUNCAN or the FIRED ARTS ACADAMY but if full of helpful and useful advise for people considering opening a new Ceramic Business
Whether you have NO knowledge at all, If you consider yourself to NOT be Artistic. We can help you.
Learn lots of quick and easy techniques that you will be able to demonstrate in your studio.
Being able to take a piece of your students art work and finish it off with a border or trim or even add a little lining to the design.
Before taking the plunge we can help you with a business Plan.
Help with the design and layout of your Store.
How to use   your Kiln.
What to do if you have firing problems in your kiln
Kiln Maintenance.
Promoting   your  business.
Working   with Groups of Children.
Encouraging   Girl  Guides, Brownies and Scouts to use your facilities.
Clay Imprints
Clay   Out Prints
Working with PMC    ( Precious Metal Clay )
Working with Warm Glass
Using a Microwave Kiln
With over 25 years experience in the Ceramic Industry we know all the pitfalls  and problems that you will face in your new Business.
Why employ a Consultant when you have access to some of the best people currently working in the Industry.
Although we are based in FRANCE Flights to Limoges Airport are very cheap through Ryan Air especially when the children are at school. We can collect you from the Airport if you do not want to hire a car.
Accommodation can be provided at 25.00 Euros a night or there are several budget hotels in the area.

Email for further details
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