About
In this course students will be introduced to the tiles from 13th century Kashan, Iran, considered by many to be the golden age of lustreware.
During the week students will learn the techniques and motifs behind this exquisite form of pottery before designing and making their very own lustreware tiles.
We will then fire your work for you. Final firings will need to be collected in January 2026, after the Christmas and New Year’s break.
Key Information
Who is this workshop for?
All levels of ability and experience welcome. You must be aged 18 or over to participate in our programmes.
How many people can attend?
10 people
What days/times do I attend?
Monday – Friday, 15 – 19 December, 2025, 10:00 – 16:30
What materials do I need?
Students are asked to bring their own brushes:
1 x 1mm fine liner
1 x 6mm pointed shader pottery brush
All other materials will be provided on this course.
Wear comfortable clothing that you do not mind getting slightly messy. Avoid wearing baggy clothing (especially sleeves), loose jewellery, high heels or open-toed shoes.
Where will this course take place?
This course will take place at our studios at The King’s Foundation School of Traditional Arts, 19-22 Charlotte Road, London EC2A 3SG.
FAQs
Do you offer concessions?
Yes, we offer concessions for Seniors/60+, full-time students and people who are unemployed/in receipt of benefits.
Concessions cannot be applied in retrospect. To receive a concession, please apply via our online form. We will then send you a discount code to use when booking your space.
Terms & Conditions
The School reserves the right to discontinue or suspend a Course up to fourteen (14) calendar days before the advertised start date of the Course. This course requires a minimum number of enrollments to run.
The School may take and use images of you and/or your work for course advertisement and social media purposes.
Our normal terms and conditions apply.
Tutor Biography
Boris Aldridge is a ceramicist with a special interest in architectural lustreware tiles. He has been making tiles for over 15 years from his workshop in Suffolk for both domestic and international clients. Over the last year he has undertaken extensive research into Kashan lustreware incorporating its distinctive motifs and techniques into his own practice.
