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6-Week Beginner Pottery Wheel Course
Ready to learn pottery from the ground up? This 6-week beginner-friendly course is your gateway into the world of wheel throwing. You'll learn the full process of creating functional pottery—from raw clay to finished, glazed pieces—while building skills, confidence, and a collection of your very own handmade work. All materials and tools are included—just bring your curiosity and creativity!
What You’ll Learn Week by Week:
Week 1: Intro to the Wheel + Centering Clay
Get comfortable on the wheel, learn how to prepare your clay, and master the essential technique of centering.
Week 2: Throwing Cylinders (Cups & Mugs)
Learn to shape your first forms by throwing cylinders—perfect for creating cups and the base for future mugs.
Week 3: Trimming + Handles
Refine your pieces by trimming them to create clean, finished bases, and learn how to pull and attach handles to your mugs.
Week 4: Bowls
Take your skills up a notch by throwing open forms like bowls, learning how to control shape and thickness.
Week 5: Plates
Discover the techniques for making plates and flat forms, with a focus on widening clay and keeping even thickness.
Week 6: Glazing
Learn how to glaze your pieces with beautiful finishes. We’ll walk through glazing techniques and best practices so your work is kiln-ready.
You’ll leave with a strong foundation in pottery and several finished pieces to be proud of! No experience needed—this course is designed for true beginners.
6-Week Beginner Pottery Wheel Course
Ready to learn pottery from the ground up? This 6-week beginner-friendly course is your gateway into the world of wheel throwing. You'll learn the full process of creating functional pottery—from raw clay to finished, glazed pieces—while building skills, confidence, and a collection of your very own handmade work. All materials and tools are included—just bring your curiosity and creativity!
What You’ll Learn Week by Week:
Week 1: Intro to the Wheel + Centering Clay
Get comfortable on the wheel, learn how to prepare your clay, and master the essential technique of centering.
Week 2: Throwing Cylinders (Cups & Mugs)
Learn to shape your first forms by throwing cylinders—perfect for creating cups and the base for future mugs.
Week 3: Trimming + Handles
Refine your pieces by trimming them to create clean, finished bases, and learn how to pull and attach handles to your mugs.
Week 4: Bowls
Take your skills up a notch by throwing open forms like bowls, learning how to control shape and thickness.
Week 5: Plates
Discover the techniques for making plates and flat forms, with a focus on widening clay and keeping even thickness.
Week 6: Glazing
Learn how to glaze your pieces with beautiful finishes. We’ll walk through glazing techniques and best practices so your work is kiln-ready.
You’ll leave with a strong foundation in pottery and several finished pieces to be proud of! No experience needed—this course is designed for true beginners.