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Robert undertook extensive training in ceramics, over an 12 year period. He attended a variety of specialist courses and built experience by working in a number of highly regarded potteries, finally completing a Masters Degree at the Crawford College of Art & Design, through his research into 'Medieval Japanese Ceramics - Form and Decoration'.
The fruit of this in-depth study has been, amongst other work, a much admired body of contemporary porcelain (Robert recently represented Ireland under 30's in Ceramic Context '06, Denmark.). His work is now exhibited nationally and internationally, and can be seen at his newly established gallery and studio in Ballydehob. Recent commissions include Farmleigh House, Dept. of Foriegn Affairs and the National Museum Of Ireland (Contemporary Ceramics Collection). Robert is also a member of the prestigeous Crafts Council of Ireland 'Portfolio'.
Robert's teaching experience includes practical tuition at the Crawford College, teaching in local schools with children and persons with mental and physcial disabilities, and conducting his own private classes.
Range of Courses
2-Day Weekend Course This exciting course offers the beginner a wonderful opportunity to learn to create and design your own ceramics on the potters' wheel. I will demonstrate and take you through all the aspects to throwing clay from preparation to colouring/ glazing your finshed work. I fire everything and will arrange delivery/postage with you. In the evening you can relax in the village of Ballydehob and absorb the delightful walks and scenery.
Adult Classes & Children Classes Robert offers a 6 week course for 2 hours 1 evening or morning a week. Ideal for the beginner, Robert will teach you to design, throw, decorate, colour, glaze and kiln-fire your newly made work. With only 5 places / 5 potter's wheels per class and excellent tuition you will soon learn and enjoy the skills of throwing your own ceramics.
2- Day Weekend Course - Dig your own clay
This course offers a unique opportunity to combine outdoor activities with learning to make your own pottery. Robert will guide a group of max 5 persons to source and dig their own clay locally allowing people to explore and get a sense of the real beauty of West Cork. From there we will learn to clean, prepare and make wheel thrown pottery from your clay. All work will be fired and delivered to you.
Relax & Create in West Cork A unique 7-day package for mind, body and soul. Includes - ceramic intrsuction (handbuilding & throwing), holistic therapies, and guided explorartion of the beautiful West Cork enviroment. Transport & accomodation throughout the entire duration of your stay including homecooked breakfast and lunch provided. Details - www.essenceofireland.com/Art & Leisure
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