Why Study This Course?
Want to learn the art of pottery throwing? This fun, practical beginner’s course will give you a solid understanding of throwing on the wheel. Over five days, you’ll create your own set of mugs and/or bowls. This concentrated practice, guided by a professional thrower with over 10 years of teaching experience, will help you master this rewarding technique. Plus, a glazing session later in the term lets you return and finish your work. This course is perfect for beginners wanting to learn a new skill.
This course offers five days of hands-on wheel throwing. You will create mugs and bowls while refining your skills. You will be taught by a professional with over 10 years of experience. You will also participate in a glazing session later in the term.
This course covers:
Preparing the clay
Centering
Throwing on the wheel
Turning
Making handles and footrings
This is a hands-on, practical course led by an experienced tutor with real industry expertise. Your tutor will share their knowledge and offer personalised feedback. You will collaborate with your tutor to create a Personal Learning Plan (PLP), allowing you to set clear learning goals and track your progress throughout the course.
Open to all
No previous knowledge required
Some clay experience is useful but not essential
Assessment will be informal and on-going throughout the week. Your progress will be discussed with your tutor regularly, both individually and in a group at the start of each day.
No food or drink is allowed in the studio; a hub area nearby is available for snacks and drinks. Tools are supplied for this short course. You will be required to pay for materials that you use from the college and for your firing. Details will be given out at the first class, and prices will depend on materials used and size of work.
Please allow 15 minutes at the end of the class to tidy up after yourself and leave the room ready for the next class. Please note there is an additional cost of approximately £50 - £100 for materials on this course.
Please note that tutors may occasionally be changed at short notice. While teaching styles may vary, we ensure consistent quality across all of our courses. For this reason, a change of tutor does not qualify for a refund.
