Age Requirement: 14+

Duration: 5 consecutive weeks / 2hrs per session.

Price: £230

Course Description:

Designed specifically for entry-level potters with no prior experience, this five-week program provides a thorough introduction to the essential techniques of wheel throwing. Guided by our expert tutors, you will steadily build foundational skills in throwing, trimming, clay preparation, and glazing. With a strong emphasis on technique and understanding, this course prioritises mastering the basics, so you can expect to create 5-7 simple forms, such as cylinders, while developing confidence in your abilities.

Course Outline:

• Week 1: Introduction to Throwing. Learn the fundamentals of wheel throwing, including centering the clay and gaining height.

• Week 2: Introduction to Trimming. After your pieces have dried, you'll be introduced to trimming, an essential skill to refine the shape and remove weight.

• Week 3: Preparing Clay & Developing Throwing Skills. This week focuses on preparing your clay for the wheel and advancing your throwing techniques to improve control and consistency.

• Week 4: Developing Trimming Skills. Build on the trimming techniques from Week 2, refining your pieces for a more professional look.

• Week 5: Glazing. The final week introduces you to glazing techniques, where you’ll learn how to apply a simplistic decorative and protective coating to your pieces, preparing them for their final firing.

Whats Included:

• All materials, including clay, tools, and glazes.

• Expert guidance from experienced tutors.

• Firing of your completed pieces.

• By the end of the course, you’ll have a selection of handmade pottery to take home and the basic skills needed to continue your pottery journey.

Suggested Follow up Courses:

• Pottery Wheel: 2 Week Practice Block (Lvl 1)

• Pottery Wheel: 5 Week Course - Level 1 (Bowls)

• Pottery Wheel: 5 Week Course - Level 1 (Mugs)

• Hand-Building: 5 Week Course - Level 1 (The Basics)