Pinch Pot Animals

Childrens Pinch Pot Animals Workshop

Come join us at Greenbank February 25th 10.30am and let your child get creative with clay in this fun, hands on pottery class! Children will make 2 small animal themed pinch pots, choosing from designs like cats, dogs, bears, bunnies, frogs, and hedgehogs. With step by step guidance, they’ll shape, decorate, and personalize their pieces. All materials are included, and finished pots will be fired and ready for later pickup. Perfect for ages 6–12, no experience needed!

Whats included;

• Materials & tools

• Glazing & firing of your piece (to collect later).

• Instruction from an experienced ceramic artist.

* Time to personalise your pot.

• Welcoming, relaxed enviroment for all skill levels.

Safeguarding & Supervision

To keep the workshop safe and enjoyable for everyone, all children must be accompanied by a responsible adult who remains on the premises for the duration of the session.
Accompanying adults are welcome to relax in the coffee lounge while the workshop takes place, as long as their child is happy and comfortable to take part independently.

The workshop is led by a DBS-checked tutor; however, this is not a childcare service and parents/carers remain responsible for their child at all times.

About us;

Louise is a ceramic artist and experienced tutor based in the Northeast of England. She studied Contemporary Decorative Crafts at Lincoln University, specialising in hand-built ceramics, and later honed her skills on the prestigious Ceramics Skills and Design Course in Thomastown, Ireland. There, she trained intensively in throwing, glazing, kiln firing, and glaze technology.

Louise has been working professionally in ceramics since 2019 and now creates her own range of work from her studio at Greenbank. Her pieces have been exhibited in galleries across the UK and Ireland, including in Kilkenny, Dublin, Wexford, York, and Halifax.

Alongside her studio practice, Louise is passionate about sharing her love of clay through teaching. She runs friendly, hands-on weekly pottery classes and taster sessions designed for all skill levels—whether you're a complete beginner or looking to develop your technique. Louise also works part-time as an art tutor at a local college, supporting young adults with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).

Her teaching style is warm, patient, and encouraging—creating a welcoming environment where creativity can flourish.

Finding the studio;

The studio is based in Greenbank, Hartlepool, TS247QS.

Please note - this postcode will take you to the side of the building, the picture below is the front, which is where you need to be.

If you are attending a weekday (mon-fri) class or workshop the main gates will be open (look out for the red lions either side) drive/walk up and park in any available space. You can also park on the road outside, on the same side of the building, its free. Note, parking in front of the shops is time restricted.

Then come to the door on the right hand side, theres an intercom, press "suite 5" and I'll let you in. Alternatively come in the main doors and ill find you there.

If you are attending a weekend (sat/sun) class or workshop the main entrance gates will be locked.

To the right side there is another entrance, it says "private carpark" on the wall. Drive/walk up there until you reach the building. Park in any available space.

The main doors will be locked. Come to the door on the right hand side, press "suite 5" on the intercom and I'll let you in.

Additional Info;

• No experience necessary.
• Bring an apron if you have one.
• Dont wear your "best" clothes.
• For ages 6 to 12.

Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult who remains on the premises for the duration of the workshop. Accompanying adults are welcome to relax in the coffee lounge, provided their child is settled and happy to take part independently.

Socials;

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