In this beginner-friendly class, students will embark on a hands-on journey through the fundamentals of pottery. We’ll start by getting acquainted with the touch and feel of clay—learning how to determine if it's moist enough, too dry, or contains air bubbles. Next, we’ll master the essential skill of centering the clay on the wheel head, a foundational technique for successful throwing.

Students will then dive into the basics of throwing, starting with the creation of a cylinder, the building block for most pottery forms. As the course progresses, you’ll gain an understanding of proper kiln loading techniques and learn how to fire your pieces to bisque temperature.

To finish, we’ll explore glazing techniques, allowing you to add color and personality to your creations. Finally, you’ll have the opportunity to load and fire your glazed pots, observing the entire process, including setting up the computer-operated kiln.

We highly recommend bringing a towel (one that you don’t mind getting dirty) with you to class!

This class is an 4 week session. Each class is 4 hours long, starting at 5pm, on each date included in each session.

Dates for this session are as follows:

March 22nd start date: March 22, 29, April 5, 12

The fine print.

We do not offer full refunds for classes. Class tickets can be transferred to another date as long as you contact us at least 4 days in advance so we have time to sell your ticket to someone else. We will only transfer your ticket to the next class one time. With less than 4 days notice, we can refund 50% of the ticket price.

Our classes are primarily designed for adults, however we do allow youth ages 14+ to come to a class with a parent/guardian. Anyone 16+ is allowed to go to a class on their own but must have a waiver signed by a parent/guardian.

*Soap making being the exception, it is an 18+ class.