Monday 1 October 2012, 9.30am to 5pm

Green man - Tremadog (Small)The course

A theoretical and practical course for conservation professionals and home owners to experience the processes and traditional craft techniques involved in the manufacture and repair of historic terracotta.

The course is designed to give students a thorough understanding of this extensively used and beautiful material, with a practical focus on methods within a historical context.

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Illustrated case studies are presented alongside practical demonstrations and hands-on sessions using two types of clays, plaster moulds and specialist tools.  Discussion and questions are encouraged throughout.

 

Programme:

  • Introduction and brief history of architectural terracotta
  • Coffee
  • Overview of terracotta manufacture and processes
  • Lunch
  • Practical session
  • Tea
  • Conservation of terracotta using case studies
  • Questions

The tutor

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Amy Smith is a specialist in architectural terracotta, working on conservation projects, producing bespoke ceramics, and providing consultancy.  She studied at the Ironbridge Institute and in 2011 was awarded a Winston Churchill Travelling Fellowship to study new and traditional applications of architectural terracotta in the USA and the UK.  For more information visit her website.

 

 

Participant information

Places are limited to 10 participants. Clay doesn't stain but is dusty, so participants should wear/bring suitable clothing that they will be comfortable handling clay in for the practical session in the afternoon.

Fee

£99 per person, to include tuition, teas and coffees, and lunch.

The Museum

The Weald & Downland Open Air Museum has over 45 historic building exhibits.  It is also home to the award winning and innovative Downland Gridshell, which houses a conservation workshop and artefact store, and is also used for many practical courses.  The Museum runs a full programme of courses in historic building conservation and traditional rural trades and crafts, along with MSc programmes in Building Conservation and Timber Building Conservation. Please telephone for further details.

To book, download a form here. Alternatively, fill in the booking request below.

Make a Booking Request

 
This is an initial booking request form, and does not guarantee a place on the course. The Adult Learning Team will check the availability of the course, and reply to you as soon as possible - usually within one working day.