Wheel Throwing for Beginners
Wheel Throwing for Beginners. Have you always wanted to try wheel throwing? In this 4-week beginner workshop, you’ll learn the foundations of the wheel: how to center the clay, pull walls to build cylinders, shape your pieces, and trim them like a pro. We’ll also explore surface decoration, attach custom handles, and finish by glazing your bisque-fired pieces so they’re ready for you to enjoy! No experience is needed. Bring your curiosity, your creativity, and get ready to embrace the mud!
Class schedule: Each one of these 4 consecutive sessions consists of a 2.5-hour guided instructional block and a 30-minute closing period. We begin with a technical demonstration, followed by dedicated hands-on building time. The final 30 minutes are reserved for wrapping your work correctly to ensure proper drying for the next stage, alongside returning tools and keeping our shared studio neat. You will be able to pick up your pieces 3 to 4 weeks after the last session.
Get ready for class by: trimming your nails so they do not scratch the clay, taking off rings and bracelets so clay does not get stuck in them, and putting on old clothes that you don't mind getting dirty.
Please note: A minimum of 3 students is required for this course to run. In the rare event that this minimum is not met, we will notify you in advance and provide a full refund or the option to transfer to another date.
Studio Accessibility: Our studio is on the 3rd floor. The building has an interior elevator, but please be aware that the main entrance is elevated and accessed via stairs.
Courses are given primarily in English although we can also provide instructions in French.
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