Description

This is the course for those who are prepared to take a deeper dive into wheel throwing. In this seven week course, you’ll explore the processes of wheel throwing, have time to play and explore, and learn trimming and glazing.

Appropriate for complete beginners as well as those with some prior experience.

Schedule

Week 1: Get to grips with wedging and preparing clay, learn the basics of throwing, and begin creating simple cylindrical forms.

Week 2: Build confidence at the wheel, focusing on planning shapes and developing techniques to achieve them.

Week 3: Learn trimming, adding finishing touches such as foot rings, texture, and handles.

Week 4: Push your skills further by throwing larger and taller forms.

Week 5: Play week - explore techniques in more depth with guidance and time for experimentation.

Week 6: Turn your remaining pieces and refine your forms.

Week 7: Learn glazing and discover how color and texture come alive in the final firing.

Studio & Format

This class is limited to 2 students, allowing for plenty of individual support in a relaxed studio environment. Each session lasts 3 1/2 hours, including clean-up.

Attendance

This is a 7-week course where each session builds progressively on the previous week. If you are unable to attend a class, you may book one make-up session during the course. This is subject to availability and cannot be guaranteed, as spaces are limited. We recommend attending all sessions where possible to get the most from the course and to ensure continuity in your learning and work.

Finished Work

Your course includes up to 8 pounds of finished fired work. Additional firing is charged at $5 per pound.

What to Wear

Pottery will inevitably be messy, so wear comfortable clothes you don’t mind getting clay on. Clay washes out easily. You’re invited to bring an apron if you have one, or you can proudly wear some of your clay out into public after your session. Everyone might be impressed now that you’re officially an artist.

Scheduling

After purchase, Pottery Peace will contact you about scheduling your course.

PLEASE NOTE: Participants must be 18 or over.

Cancellation Policy

You may cancel this course up to 2 weeks before the start date for a full refund. If you cancel between 7 and 14 days before the start date, you'll be entitled to a 50% refund. No refund can be given if within 7 days of the start date. Please contact us as soon as possible if you need to cancel.

In the case of extenuating circumstances, we may be able to defer your course.