Nerikomi Workshop - Marbled Clay Tableware | Obby (2024)

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Learn how to make colourful geometric & marbled patterns with clay and then turn your designs into glazed functional dishes.

Bermondsey

In-person

£80 pp

3hrs

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4.9(33 reviews)

What happens in this class?

Learn the ancient Japanese technique of Nerikomi. Nerikomi is a decorative ceramic process which involves stacking coloured clay and then slicing through the cross section to reveal a pattern, which can then be used as a surface decoration. The outcome reflects a combination of both careful planning and accidental surprise resulting in colourful and endless surface patterns.

In this 3hr course you will be taught various Nerikomi techniques which can be applied in into your own choice of tableware – dish or plate. Choose from our range of colours to create more traditional marbled patterns or a more freeform organic design…

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Things to remember

COLLECTING YOUR FIRED WORKS

You can collect your fired worksTWO WEEKSafter the class took place.

COLLECTION SLOTS:

  • Tuesdays 5-7 PM
  • Thursdays 5-7 PM
  • Saturdays 2-3 PM

Please come and collect within the stated times as we often run classes before and after the hours and…

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FAQs

How many people will there be in each class?

There will be up to 8 students per session. We pride ourselves in our relaxed intimate environment allowing more one on one time with the teacher.

What Should I Wear?

While the majority of clay can easily be washed out of your clothing, working with terracotta and deeper colours can leave stains. Please come dressed in clothing you do not mind getting dirty and can easily be put through the washing machine. We will provide each maker with an apron for their use during the session.

What Should I bring?

Each class will be fully stocked with all the materials and tools needed. All clay, glazes and firings are included within the cost of the course.Please bring your own sketchbook and drawing/writing materials for note taking and design sketching.

Will there be food provided?

We will provide a range of teas and coffees and some light biscuits. If you would like some a more substantial meal we are conveniently located near Mercato Metropolitano and Borough Market where you can find a range of local restaurants and delis.

What are the COVID precautions?

We will always be in keeping with the government guidelines for Schools and Education. Our teachers are tested regularly. If you are feeling unwell please do not come in to the session.

Do you have disability access?

Our studio is fully wheelchair accessible. If you have any special needs or requirements please let us know in advance and we will try and accommodate you as best as possible.

Latest Reviews

4.9(33 reviews)

Yolanda

- 30 June 2024

Excellent instruction. This was our second time to return and learn something new from Decima.

Magdalena

- 19 May 2024

It was a great session. I’d definitely come back for some other workshops

Elcin Calado

- 18 May 2024

Highly recommended

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Nerikomi Workshop - Marbled Clay Tableware | Obby (1)

Age Requirement

16

Flexible cancellation policy

Any class can be cancelled and fully refunded within 24 hours of purchase.

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Nerikomi Workshop - Marbled Clay Tableware | Obby (2)

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DECIMA CLAY STUDIO

Creative space in Central London in an intimate setting,with on-hand expert guidance from professional ceramic artists.

-SE1 location: within 10 minutes walk from London Bridge and Borough-Professional excellence: all teachers are Royal College of Art alumni-No hidden fees: materials, firings and technical assistance included-Personalised approach: small groups and individualised tuition

We do everything to enable your creativity, helping you transform your ideas into objects!

Class Location

Decima Bermondsey

Bermondsey

3 Decima Studios

17-19 Decima street

SE1 4QR

London

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Reviews

Yolanda

- 30 June 2024

Excellent instruction. This was our second time to return and learn something new from Decima.

Magdalena

- 19 May 2024

It was a great session. I’d definitely come back for some other workshops

Elcin Calado

- 18 May 2024

Highly recommended

Alice

- 2 May 2024

This is the best class I've done at Decima. It was very well taught, and presented lots of options for creativity - loads of colours, moulds (from tiny pots to big plates) and ways to play with marbling. It's also better paced than some of Decima's other classes: you can easily make two items, if not three or even four.My only comment is that, unlike the pics in this listing suggest, the class really isn't about checkerboard pottery. I had gone to the class intending to focus on that pattern, but it turns out it's really time-consuming, and not really what the class is about - it's much more about marbling. Also, you work with white base clay and add patterns onto it (which is very understandable as they go to the trouble of making their own coloured clay), so you couldn't really make the two-coloured checkerboard shown in some of the pics. Two people in the class did make checkerboard pieces, so it is possible, but in the end, I actually preferred the creativity of the marbling process. I'm very much looking forward to picking up my pieces.

Oleksandra Stepanets

- 14 April 2024

It was incredible class, very comfortable and warm atmosphere. Will definitely go for one more try to make something special!

Molly

- 18 February 2024

It was an excellent Nerikomi class . Liz is a wonderful teacher. And I look forward to attending more classes. Thanks.

Paul Sabas

- 29 January 2024

Loved our Nerokomi workshop - came with a few friends and really happy with the techniques that were shown to us. Had a great time and looking forward to seeing the works glazed!

Michelle Heath

- 5 November 2023

I love this studio. Such nice instructors and such a nice central location within the city. Class sizes are small enough to get one to one time which is great. I recommend them to everyone. ☺️

susanne laurvigen

- 17 September 2023

Hi there Really enjoyed every minute and always fun to learn new things 😉

Charlotte

- 18 June 2023

It was a fantastic few hours where I could absorb myself in creating something unique and explore different techniques. The process was demonstrated clearly and help was on hand at all times. A great way to spend a few hours and now I have a set of beautiful bowls to treasure.

Marisa

- 5 June 2023

I recently participated in the Pottery Marbling & Surface Pattern Design workshop and it was absolutely fantastic! Ines was incredibly talented and passionate. The workshop was well-organized and provided all the necessary materials. I loved the opportunity to unleash my creativity and experiment with different colours and patterns. Highly recommended for anyone seeking a unique and rewarding artistic adventure!

Yolanda

- 4 June 2023

Ines is an excellent and enthusiastic teacher, and it was a memorable and fun experience learning this new technique with her.

Jess

- 14 May 2023

Inez was friendly, warm, encouraging and great at explaining and modelling the methods and techniques. The class was small enough that it was easy to get help when needed. I had a great time and can’t wait to see how my pieces turned out. Would highly recommend.

Sheila

- 9 April 2023

Our three sons gave us Obby vouchers for a special wedding anniversary. We used some of them for this class, and it was such a good choice. The session was really enjoyable-relaxing, informative and productive. Not having done any claywork for years and years, we both felt we improved our skills. Real lifelong learning! What is more, we were both pleased with the results. We would both love to do more of this. Excellent!

Akshay

- 2 April 2023

Great fun! Must do class if you are art backwards like me. Was like going back to childhood and playing with mud and clay but with a purpose (of creating pottery).

Georgia Wright

- 19 February 2023

My second time taking this workshop - the Nerikomi dishes come out beautiful and of a very high quality. Excellent studio with a warm and welcoming atmosphere

Olivia King

- 22 January 2023

Very fun Saturday workshop

Claire Healy

- 13 November 2022

Excellent 3 hour Saturday course where we learnt new techniques and were able to produce between 2-4 beautiful pieces depending on what method we chose. The instructor was great and the class was small (6 people) which was perfect. Highly recommend!

Pav

- 30 October 2022

Fun class. Would recommend to anyone looking to get a little creative.

Robyn Harker

- 4 October 2022

This was my second visit to Ines' Nerikomi workshop. Ines is really knowledgeable about her craft and teaches the course in a light-hearted way. A lovely way to spend a few hours doing something creative. I will absolutely be returning again 😁

Mary O'Neill

- 2 October 2022

I really enjoyed this excellent pottery marbling class. The teacher very good and she was helpful and friendly. I would recommend highly.

Camille Jamet

- 2 October 2022

I loved the class. Ines created a well structured and easy to follow workshop. All student works came out so nicely. I can really recommend this class! It‘s a lot of fun.

Sara Edilbe

- 17 September 2022

Thé session was so much fun and very informative

Julie Hayet

- 11 September 2022

Excellent teacher and a wonderful experience as a first timer, will definitely book again...

Mary Jelen

- 21 August 2022

Absolutely brilliant! I did this with a friend and we thoroughly enjoyed the morning. It was great to spend the time being creative and learning a new skill and the teacher was really enthusiastic bringing lots of ideas and creativity. Highly recommend

Alexandra Eder

- 18 July 2022

I enjoyed this workshop very much. Ines is a fantastic teacher with great knowledge, skills and patience. The studio space is also absolutely stunning and I’ll be definitely returning. Thank you !

Mila Zudina

- 13 June 2022

Ines is a great teacher and learning this technique was so much fun and very relaxing!

Justine Kan

- 12 June 2022

The course was a lot of fun and Ines is really nice. Would definitely recommend!

Clare Joy

- 12 June 2022

Wonderful class. The teacher, Ines, was brilliant - explained everything very clearly and made it great fun! I will definitely be back for more

Archana Sagar

- 10 June 2022

The class was great. A lot of fun. Aprons provides and lots of clay to make your pieces. Postage value is too high. My piece was stained and it had a crack in the glaze which I was super unhappy about. Overall a fun class.

Saoirse Reid

- 30 May 2022

Awesome class, Ines was a joy to learn from and the class was super calm and well explained- I left feeling relaxed and satisfied with my new skills! 100% would recommend for some much needed clay therapy 👍

Vicky

- 8 May 2022

The tutor is very nice. I enjoyed making pottery as the environment is cozyand chill. The tutor guided me throughout the course, I would suggest you to take their courses! Lovely!

Kristina Kazantseva

- 5 April 2022

Wonderful teachers, lovely atmosphere.It's my new favourite thing to do!

Nerikomi Workshop -  Marbled Clay Tableware | Obby (2024)

FAQs

What is the difference between Nerikomi and neriage clay? ›

Neriage is the act of mixing at least two colored clay bodies together, which will create swirling and spiraling patterns when thrown on the wheel. Nerikomi works are hand built and then carved or faceted into to create a variation of patterns on the clay surface accenting the mixed clay bodies.

What clay is used for Nerikomi? ›

For the Nerikomi technique, you'll need a few different tools to help you as you create your unique patterns: An assortment of colored clay – In our video, we chose Seattle Pottery Supply's colored porcelain in lavender, yellow, light wedgewood, and white.

What is the Japanese Nerikomi technique? ›

Technique. In nerikomi, a design is created in such a way that it extends through a long block of clay, akin to the murrine canes of millefiori glasswork. By slicing thin slabs of the block, the design can be repeated, to either be reassembled in repetition or applied to a larger piece.

What are the techniques of neriage clay? ›

Neriage, or agateware, is done by laminating different colored clays together and throwing them on a wheel to develop a swirling and spiraling blend of the clays. Objects made this way can be left with the swirl pattern, or altered by various forms of cutting the surface, with fluting and faceting.

What is marbled clay called? ›

agateware, in pottery, 18th-century ware of varicoloured clay, with an overall marbled effect. It was sometimes called solid agate to distinguish it from ware with surface marbling. Agateware was probably introduced about 1730 by Dr. Thomas Wedgwood of Rowley's Pottery, Burslem, Staffordshire, Eng.

What is the meaning of Nerikomi? ›

The Japanese name translates from “neri,” meaning “kneading,” and “komi,” meaning “into”—describing the process: pigments are mixed into wet clay, integrating the color throughout rather than painting it onto the surface.

How to stain clay for Nerikomi? ›

Find white clay you like at any temperature and add your colorants. When working with stacked colored clays, they must be very wet in order for the clay to blend smoothly without seams or cracks. To make the clay wet enough for this technique, add water to new bags of clay and let them sit for a week or more.

What are the 3 types of ceramic clay? ›

There are 3 main categories of clay Earthenware, Stoneware and porcelain. They split clays into these three categories by what firing temperature the clay matures at and the qualities each clay body has.

How old is Nerikomi? ›

Although Nerikomi is a Japanese term, it actually originated in Ancient Egypt as a marbling technique. Over time, it spread to Rome, England and China – reaching Japanese shores in about the mid 1400s.

What are the four classifications of Japanese pottery? ›

Pottery and porcelain (陶磁器, tōjiki, also yakimono (焼きもの), or tōgei (陶芸)) is one of the oldest Japanese crafts and art forms, dating back to the Neolithic period. Types have included earthenware, pottery, stoneware, porcelain, and blue-and-white ware.

What is the Wabi Sabi pottery technique? ›

The Japanese art of Kintsugi repairs broken pottery with gold, to highlight its beauty and imperfections – a philosophy that shines as a metaphor for life.

What is the difference between agateware and Nerikomi? ›

Agateware is British and Nerikomi is Japanese. Agateware can be handbuilt or on the wheel and seems to mostly refer to mixing the clay to create a marbled pattern. “ Marbling” is a ceramic term too. “Nerikomi” (Japanese: Neri: to mix, Komi: to press into) and Neriage (Neri: to mix, Age: to pull up) are Japanese terms.

How do you pronounce Neriage? ›

Perhaps the most difficult aspect of a problem-solving lesson is “neriage” (pronounced nary-ah-gay) – a Japanese term for “kneading” or “polishing” students' ideas through discussion.

What is the meaning of neriage? ›

Neriage- thrown or Nerikomi- hand-built - Techniques in the ceramic field. The most common term is Neriage. It is a method where ceramic bodies of different colours are thrown together on the potter's wheel.

What are two types of wedging clay? ›

There are two types of wedging, the first we call the Ramshead method and the second is called the Spiral method. Ramshead is the basic form of wedging, although it's reliable for all skill levels. Push the clay down into itself with two hands, and then back up and repeat this movement over and over again.

What is the difference between bentonite and montmorillonite clay? ›

Montmorillonite is a specific type of clay mineral, whereas bentonite is a broader term referring to a group of clay minerals, including montmorillonite. Bentonite can contain other clay minerals in addition to montmorillonite, and its properties and applications may vary based on the specific composition.

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