Short Courses

). This course will suit someone who has little or no experience of working with clay.  It is also suited to the Intermediate student, where new techniques and thrown shapes will be demonstrated.  Help from the tutor will be available. You will have opportunities to experience a number of different techniques, including, slab work, coil work and an opportunity to learn how to use a potter’s wheel.   This is an exciting opportunity to use the superb ceramics facilities at Belfast School of Art and begin, or progress, your journey in clay. The course can also be accessed by experienced ceramists who want to use the facilities and have directed input from the tutor.

This course will suit someone who has little or no experience of working with clay.  It is also suited to the Intermediate student, where new techniques and thrown shapes will be demonstrated.  Help from the tutor will be available. You will have opportunities to experience a number of different techniques, including, slab work, coil work and an opportunity to learn how to use a potter’s wheel.   This is an exciting opportunity to use the superb ceramics facilities at Belfast School of Art and begin, or progress, your journey in clay. The course can also be accessed by experienced ceramists who want to use the facilities and have directed input from the tutor.

(2 week Easter break 31 March – 7 April 2026)

Silver Jewellery Saturday Class
Make a Silver Necklace or Earrings in a Day 
Tutor: Diane Lyness

Date: Saturday 25th october 2025; 10.00 am – 4.00 pm

Venue:  Jewellery Workshop, Belfast School of Art

Fee: £70
Concessionary Fee (Senior Citizen, Student): £60

*Early booking is advisable as places are limited - closing date Friday 17th October 2025 at 12 noon*

Silver Jewellery Saturday Class
Make a pair of Silver Stacking Rings in a Day 
Tutor: Diane Lyness

Date of class: Saturday 6th December 2025

Closing date for application: Friday 28th November 2025 at 12 noon

Time of course: starts at 10 am and finish at 4 pm

Venue:  Jewellery Workshop, Belfast School of Art

Fee: £70
Concessionary Fee (Senior Citizen, Student): £60