Course description
Pottery: Wheel Throwing Saturday Workshop
Our Saturday classes on the potter's wheel are perfect for complete beginners or intermediates who wish to advance their skills with clay.
Upcoming start dates
Suitability - Who should attend?
Some experience of ceramics/pottery would be beneficial but not essential; you work at your own pace and level. All students are supported by the tutor throughout each project.
The cost is inclusive of tuition, clay, glazes, and kiln space for up to two firings necessary to complete the pieces created. Specialist materials and tools will be given out by the tutor if necessary.
Training Course Content
You will learn how to wedge and knead clay and learn the step-by-step process of how to throw a pot on a potter’s wheel under the patient and friendly guidance of our experienced tutor.
For the more experienced, you will get tips on how to improve your technique, throw more complex forms, and be given suggested exercises to help do so.
Course delivery details
Teaching methods include:
- Formal instruction
- Discussion
- Individual tuition
- Practical demonstration
- Practical experience
Activate Learning
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