Diploma in Pottery Painting

Welcome to the world of pottery painting! This comprehensive online course will guide you through the fundamentals and techniques, allowing you to create beautiful and unique pieces.

Whats Covered

Materials List:

Before we begin, gather your supplies! You'll need pottery bisque (pre-fired clay pieces), acrylic paints specifically formulated for ceramics, paint brushes of various sizes, water containers, sponges, masking tape (optional), and dipping glazes 

Modules:

Module 1: Introduction to Pottery Painting

• History of pottery painting
• Types of ceramic paints and glazes
• Choosing your pottery bisque
• Basic supplies overview

Module 2: Preparing Your Bisque

• Cleaning and inspecting your bisque
• The importance of a clean surface

Module 3: Paint Application Techniques

• Brushstrokes for different effects (washing, stippling, dry brushing)
• Layering and blending colors
• Using stencils and stamps (optional)

Module 4: Design Fundamentals

• Composition and balance
• Color theory
• Creating basic patterns

Module 5: Functional Pottery Painting

• Painting mugs, plates, and bowls
• Considerations for food-safe use

Module 6: Decorative Techniques

• Slip trailing (applying liquid clay for designs)
• Sgraffito (scratching through paint to reveal the bisque)
• Sponge painting

Module 7: Advanced Painting Techniques

• Watercolor washes on pottery
• Metallic accents
• Creating textures