Communal Clay Sconce Workshop

Looking to spend a couple of hours playing with clay and seeing where it takes you?

Communal Clay returns to SET Social on Tuesday 20 January, 6.30-8.30pm, with the first workshop of 2026, led by ceramic artist Tristan Brokenshire. This hands-on session focuses on hand-building decorative clay wall sconces designed to hang on a nail and be used as candle holders or sculptural wall pieces.

Working with stoneware clay and decorative slip, participants will be guided through basic hand-building and sculptural techniques. The emphasis is on tactility, experimentation, and learning through making, rather than producing a perfect or finished object. Beginners are very welcome, and no prior ceramics experience is needed.

The workshop lasts two hours and takes place in a relaxed, supportive environment. The SET Social bar will be open throughout for refreshments.

At the end of the session, participants may choose to have their piece fired and glazed for an additional £10, which covers firing costs, glaze materials, and transport. Finished work will be ready to collect from SET Social approximately 2-4 weeks later, depending on drying and firing conditions.

Any leftover clay will be recycled for future workshops, helping to minimise waste and keep sessions sustainable.

Event details

Date: Tuesday 20 January
Time: 6.30-8.30pm

Tickets are priced on a sliding scale from £15-£20 and are available via Outsavvy.

Please choose the option that best applies to you.

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Important information

Clay and ceramics are fragile materials until fired and glazed. Occasionally, pieces may crack or break during drying or firing. Communal Clay is not responsible for damage that may occur during this process.

About the organiser:

Communal Clay CIC is a not-for-profit organisation. All profits made after covering core costs are reinvested into running more community workshops.

This workshop is supported using public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England.