Wheel Throwing Saturday Early Afternoon Class | All Levels

About this course

The course introduces wheel throwing from foundational methods through shaping and form development, then extends into surface decoration and glazing. Each session focuses on a different technique while allowing time to practise and experiment with clay. Learners work with buff stoneware clay and explore the use of slips, moulds and studio glazes as part of the making process. The pace is learner-led, with teaching suited to those developing from basic methods towards intermediate-level making.

What you'll learn

• Use foundational wheel-throwing techniques
• Develop and refine forms on the potter’s wheel
• Apply surface decoration using slips and related methods
• Glaze finished ceramic work using studio glazes
• Experiment with clay through structured practice

Is this course right for you?

The course is intended for learners across a broad range of experience, from complete beginners to intermediate makers. Its flexible pace combines weekly teaching with self-directed practice and experimentation, so participants can work through techniques at a level appropriate to them.

• No previous experience is identified as necessary
• The course includes both structured technique work and independent practice
• Learners are encouraged to attend the first two sessions, which are described as difficult to catch up on

Before you go

• Clay, tools, slips, moulds and studio glazes are provided.
• Participants should wear clothes that can get dirty.
• An apron may be brought if preferred.
• Finished pieces can be collected using personal packaging.