This 4-session summer intensive (4 × 2 hours) is a hands-on exploration of wheel throwing, beginner-friendly and also suitable for people seeking a refresher. This intensive course introduces you to the fundamentals of wheel throwing and working with clay. You’ll learn about the material, how to center clay, create your ceramic pieces and complete them with glazing.
In this course you are encouraged to bring your own ideas or project approaches and receive the support you need. Session one focuses on introduction to clay and wheel throwing, session two on bringing your project concept and developing your forms, session three on trimming, and session four is dedicated to glazing.
You’ll create approximately 6 pieces and your favorites will be fired. Finished ceramics can be collected approximately 2–3 weeks after the course ends. No prior experience needed. All materials included.
Day 1 — Introduction to Clay & Wheel Throwing
Get to know the material, working with clay, and learn the fundamentals of wheel throwing. You’ll begin practicing basic forms and techniques on the pottery wheel.
Day 2 — Developing Your Pieces
Bring a concept or idea of what you would like to create. Refine your concept and continue developing your pieces on the wheel with individual support
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This 4-session summer intensive (4 × 2 hours) is a hands-on exploration of wheel throwing, beginner-friendly and also suitable for people seeking a refresher. This intensive course introduces you to the fundamentals of wheel throwing and working with clay. You’ll learn about the material, how to center clay, create your ceramic pieces and complete them with glazing.
In this course you are encouraged to bring your own ideas or project approaches and receive the support you need. Session one focuses on introduction to clay and wheel throwing, session two on bringing your project concept and developing your forms, session three on trimming, and session four is dedicated to glazing.
You’ll create approximately 6 pieces and your favorites will be fired. Finished ceramics can be collected approximately 2–3 weeks after the course ends. No prior experience needed. All materials included.
Day 1 — Introduction to Clay & Wheel Throwing
Get to know the material, working with clay, and learn the fundamentals of wheel throwing. You’ll begin practicing basic forms and techniques on the pottery wheel.
Day 2 — Developing Your Pieces
Bring a concept or idea of what you would like to create. Refine your concept and continue developing your pieces on the wheel with individual support throughout the process.
Day 3 — Trimming & Texture Techniques
Learn the technique of trimming and discover different textures you can apply to your pieces to create finishes and details.
Day 4 — Glazing & Final Finishes
Explore glazing techniques and build a glazing concept for your work. You’ll finalize your pieces by applying glazes and preparing them for firing.
(4 sessions · 2 hours each)
Tue 02/06 18:00 - 20:00
Tue 09/06 18:00 - 20:00
Tue 16/06 18:00 - 20:00
Tue 23/06 18:00 - 20:00
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