This engaging two-day workshop, delivered over two weeks, explores creative approaches to producing distressed and textured surfaces in clay. Suitable for all levels, the course is ideal for anyone interested in adding depth, character, and a sense of history to their ceramic work.Across the sessions, participants will experiment with a range of techniques to manipulate and transform clay surfaces. These may include carving, layering, tearing, impressing, and using slips and oxides to create worn, aged, or weathered effects. Emphasis is placed on exploration and process, encouraging learners to develop unique surface qualities inspired by natural textures, decay, and time-worn materials.The break between sessions allows work to dry and be bisque fired, giving participants the opportunity in the second week to refine and enhance surfaces through the application of colour, washes, and finishing techniques. Tutor demonstrations and individual guidance will support learners in combining methods to achieve rich, expressive results. All materials and firing costs are included in the course fee.