We are offering :-

The opportunity to work alongside woodfired saltglaze potter on a hilltop smallholding in West Wales with access to:

Individual workshop space, small gas kiln, large laser gas kiln, woodfired salt kiln, possibilities of kiln construction, glazing facilities, electric wheel, kick wheel, extruders

Some tutoring/guidance offered.

Accommodation:

Self contained two bedroom annex with kitchenette and bathroom.

Our pottery/smallholding is three miles from the university town of Lampeter and 18 miles from Aberystwyth (where the International Potters Festival is held) and 10 miles from the Cardigan Bay.

What we would like :-

This opportunity is ideally suited to two friends, a couple or an individual who are prepared to give us 2 and a half days a week work/help on our smallholding and pottery in exchange for the above.

Typical work might include work in the vegetable garden, light farm work e.g. fencing, help with minor building projects.

Applicants need to be keen and enthusiastic and able to work independently with an idea of the  type of work they would like to make for themselves during their stay. This placement is initially for three weeks providing sufficient time to make and fire a small body of work.

To apply please email or post your CV and a letter outlining how you feel you would benefit from this experience and what you would have to offer - we are a friendly young family - we work hard and enjoy life and hope that this experience would be enjoyable and valuable to all!