This 2-hour workshop introduces the basic skills of throwing pottery on the potter's wheel. No prior experience is required. Under the guidance of a skilled and patient instructor, you will learn foundational techniques and have the opportunity to create your own piece of pottery to take home.
What You Will Learn:
- Basic techniques of pottery wheel throwing, including how to center clay and shape it into desired forms
- Methods for creating bowl and cylinder shapes
- Fundamentals of handling and working with clay to produce your own functional pottery pieces
Supplies and Materials:
The workshop cost includes all necessary supplies: professional instruction, clay, specialized tools, towels, glaze, and the firing of one piece per person. Additional pieces can be fired and glazed for $15 each, with cash payment accepted for amounts under $25.
Additional Workshop Information:
This class can be repeated as many times as you wish. If you have prior pottery experience, you can work on more advanced projects during the session. At the conclusion of the class, you will take home the bowl or cylinder you created. The studio will email you approximately 4 weeks after the workshop when your finished piece is ready for pickup.
Age Requirements:
Children ages 12 to 14 can participate with an accompanying adult, while students 15 years and older can attend independently. If you are booking for two or more guests, each registration must be submitted as a separate order.
