Beginner Evening 4-Week Wheel Class

Service Description

Beginner Wheel Throwing — 4-Week Introduction Course Taught by Cathleen Sullivan, with 20+ years of clay experience All materials included, including studio clay Ready to try the pottery wheel in a relaxed, supportive studio setting? This 4-week beginner-only wheel throwing course is designed for adults with little to no experience who want to learn the foundations of working on the wheel. This class will be personally taught by Cathleen Sullivan, owner of Treasure Coast Pottery and a studio potter with more than 20 years of experience working in clay. Students will receive hands-on instruction in a small, intimate class setting with plenty of individual guidance. Class size is limited to 6 students, making this an ideal opportunity for beginners who want a supportive, encouraging place to learn the basics without feeling rushed or overwhelmed. Over the course of four 2-hour sessions, students will learn the basic steps of wheel throwing, from preparing and centering clay to creating simple forms, trimming, and glazing finished pieces. What You’ll Learn: Class 1: Introduction to the wheel, preparing clay, and learning to center Class 2: Opening, pulling walls, and creating simple forms Class 3: Trimming, refining forms, and adding simple finishing touches Class 4: Glazing and decorating your finished pieces What’s Included: Four 2-hour beginner wheel classes Studio clay included Use of studio tools and equipment Bisque and glaze firings Access to studio dipping glazes Small class size with individualized instruction Instruction by an experienced studio potter This course is for beginners only and is best suited for students with little to no wheel throwing experience. Come prepared to learn, practice, and get a little messy. Please read cancellation policy.