Weekend Pottery Throwing Course

Learn the craft of throwing on the potters wheel! This weekend course is suitable for beginners and improvers alike. This is also a great progression if you’ve already done a taster class.

On the first day we start with the foundations – how to prepare, centre and shape clay. Each potter will have their own wheel to work on, and there will be demos of techniques throughout.

You will be guided step by step through the process of throwing cylinders (cups), advancing onto shaping bowls before lunch. In the afternoon you’ll learn how to create different forms including jugs with spouts. You’ll be encouraged to work at your own pace, practicing to create your perfect pots!

Day two your pots will be dry and ready to tidy up. Learn how to trim and turn foot rings using various tools. There will also be the opportunity to throw a few more practice pieces.

At the end of the weekend you’ll have made all sorts of pots, and choose your top three to be glazed and fired. This course really immerses you in the making process; you’ll advance and feel a sense of acheivement by the end, plus have your own hand crafted pottery.