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Geraldine Francis Ceramics

Contact name: Geraldine Francis
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almost 5 years
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Maker's bio

Geraldine Francis is a ceramacist who runs tutored classes at The Mind Tree Cafe Rowde Near Devizes. She has many years of experience in teaching ceramics and works from the studio as well as in the community, bringing the opportunity to work in clay to many people. From those in care homes to children's nurseries, Geraldine delivers ceramics and pottery sessions to suit all ages and abilities and offers tuition in all aspects of working in clay including sculpture and throwing on the wheel. Geraldine is from a fine art ceramics background and her own work is on display in the studio and includes thrown work as well as sculpture and tiles. The studio venue is easily accessible. If your group needs more room then there is a beautiful studio room which can be hired at The Mind Tree Cafe, There is easy access for wheelchair users.

Courses, kits & gifts

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Saturday afternoon pottery sessions for Teenagers
1½ hours
Next date: 9th Aug 2025
4 places left
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"Find Your Inner Potter" ceramics and pottery day with Geraldine Francis
5 hours
Next date: 9th Aug 2025
6 places left
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Pottery classes; regular weekly sessions Mondays
5 weeks
Next date: 22nd Sep 2025
4 places left
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Saturday morning Pottery sessions for children 6 to 11 yrs.
1½ hours
Next date: 9th Aug 2025
1 place left
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Throwing on the wheel for couples
1½ hours
Next date: 12th Aug 2025
2 places left
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Throwing on the wheel for couples, afternoon sessions
1½ hours
Next date: 11th Aug 2025
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Weekly Pottery Classes, Fridays
5 weeks
Next date: 26th Sep 2025
4 places left
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Group pottery session for up to 12
1½ hours
Next date: 15th Aug 2025
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Home-ed Pottery and Arts Award
1½ hours
Next date: 25th Sep 2025
2 places left
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Introduction to throwing on the potter's wheel
3 hours
Next date: 7th Aug 2025
4 places left
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Pottery & Ceramics Ad hoc sessions, Learn when you want
1 hour
Next date: 10th Aug 2025
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Pottery & ceramics half day workshop with Geraldine Francis
3 hours
Next date: 18th Aug 2025
4 places left
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Summer Creative workshops
1½ hours
Next date: 7th Aug 2025
8 places left
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Throwing on the potter's wheel - 1:1 tutorial
1 hour
Next date: 8th Aug 2025

Recent reviews

All maker's reviews
10 Jul 25'

Julie Helen Peacock reviewed: Pottery & ceramics half day workshop with Geraldine Francis

"Wow! Geri was incredible and we all came away with a selection of pots and items that we had hand made. The first section was moulding clay by hand and getting our creative juices flowing. Geri explaining how to make the mould and inclourage us to imprint into clay with leaves and even an old doily, which was very impressive. There were 3 of us in the course. One of us made animals, one made small men and one of us made round standing shapes with staring eyes. All brilliant! Then we made our bowls on the wheel. Geri was very patient, none of us having done this since our days at school. Helped along the way with building it up and controlling it when it went adrift. 2 of us made very good bowls and one of us made a lovely plate. We then painted them and brought the pieces to life. Geri keeps them to fire them and we collect them in about a month. All in all it was a fab day, great fun and creative, with useful pottery to use in our own homes. Brilliant! Highly recommend. Thank you Geri xxx"

Geraldine Francis Ceramics responded:

"Thank you for your review, Your feedback is much appreciated. I will be in touch shortly with news of your finished work. Geri"

13 Jun 25'

Gemma reviewed: Home-ed Pottery and Arts Award

"Kids are really enjoying thier class with Geraldine, shes great with the kids & im enjoying watching them get creative, highly recommend "

Geraldine Francis Ceramics responded:

"Thank you for your review, so pleased the children are enjoying their sessions. Looking forward to Volcano fun next time!"

30 Mar 25'

Sophie reviewed: Saturday morning Pottery sessions for children 6 to 11 yrs.

"Daughter age 11 came away from this class yet again relaxed happy and thoroughly clayed out! We both love this Saturday session and both Geraldine and her friend - sorry I can't remember her name - are so lovely. 10/10."

Geraldine Francis Ceramics responded:

"Thank you so much for your lovely review. I am so happy that she enjoyed her session. It was a busy session and everyone made some good things. It's great to see the youngsters so engaged with doing something creative. My friend is Kim! she is a textile artist but loves to come and help with the clay sessions. Hope to see you again soon Best wishes Geri"

7 Mar 25'

Julie reviewed: "Find Your Inner Potter" ceramics and pottery day with Geraldine Francis

"Great pottery course, great teacher, great day out and introduction to pottery. Highly recommend "

Geraldine Francis Ceramics responded:

"Hello Julie, Lovely to hear you enjoyed your day. I enjoyed teaching you too! Will be in touch when your work is ready to collect. Best wishes, Geri"