About this Event
Introductory Wheel Throwing Pottery Course
Immerse yourself in the art of wheel throwing with our 6-week hands-on evening course, designed for beginners! Guided by skilled instructors, you’ll learn essential techniques such as centering, shaping, and trimming on the potter’s wheel. Each session builds on the last, helping you develop confidence and creativity as you craft your own unique pieces.
By the end of the course, you’ll have beautifully glazed creations to take home and cherish, all while enjoying a relaxed and welcoming studio environment. Perfect for anyone looking to unlock their creativity and experience the joy of pottery!
What’s Included:
- Six weekly sessions, each designed to build your skills step-by-step.
- Hands-on guidance and support for all skill levels.
- All materials, tools, and firing are provided.
Upcoming Course Cycles:
- Cycle 1: Jan 7 – Feb 11
- Cycle 2: Feb 25 – Apr 1
- Cycle 3: Apr 15 – May 20
- Cycle 4: Jun 3 – Jul 8
- Cycle 5: Jul 22 – Aug 26
- Cycle 6: Sep 9 – Oct 14
- Cycle 7: Oct 28 – Dec 2
Why Join?
This course is the perfect way to unwind after a busy day while exploring your creative side. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refresh your skills, these sessions are tailored to your pace and interests. Connect with fellow pottery enthusiasts and create something truly unique!
Reserve your spot today: Book Now on Eventbrite
Pottery Course Outline:
Week one – This first pottery workshop will involve some intensive teaching. You will be guided, through demonstrations, on how to prepare your clay, how to throw a pot on the wheel, and how to centre, open and pull up the walls of your pot. There will also be plenty of practice time.
Week two – During the second week, you would be practicing your centering skills, you will then be shown how to produce a basic cylinder on the wheel. This shape will prepare you for making all kinds of pot types.
Week three – In this class, you will turn (trim) your pots on the wheel, using a variety of tools. This is when you begin to tidy them up.
Week four – By this week you get to work on your own independent projects. Working on what you’ve learnt to produce a variety of vessels and refine your skills.
Week five – The 5th week will be the last time you’ll get to make. You’ll be trimming, adding handles and refining all of your pots before last week.
Week six – The final week will introduce you to glazing as you finish up all your pots with a beautiful glaze. These will then be fired for a second time ready for you to pick up in two weeks!
Clay Allowance: 1 (12Kg bag per person) 4 to 6 balls of clay available on each class.
Please note: Your work will be ready for collection two weeks after the last class and we will hold your work for a further month. Unfortunately, due to limited storage space, we cannot keep your work beyond this time.
Ideal for: thoughtful gift ideas, memorable date nights, exciting activities in London, beginner-friendly pottery classes, group gatherings, wheel-throwing experiences, creative adventures, engaging pottery workshops, and fun art classes suitable for all skill levels!
