A Weekend on the Wheel

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Spend a full weekend immersed in the art of wheel throwing at Klayskool. Whether you are a complete beginner or looking to improve your existing pottery skills, this hands-on course offers the perfect opportunity to develop confidence at the wheel in a relaxed and supportive studio environment.

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With plenty of time to practise, experiment, and receive individual guidance, you’ll learn the key techniques needed to create successful thrown forms. There is no rush - just time to get comfortable with the clay, refine your skills, and enjoy the creative process.

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Day One: Throwing on the Wheel

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The first day is dedicated to learning and practising wheel throwing techniques. Beginners will focus on the fundamentals, including:

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• Preparing and centring clay

• Coning and controlling the clay on the wheel

• Pulling walls and shaping pots

• Developing confidence and consistency

 

Those with previous experience will have the opportunity to refine their technique, explore larger forms, and experiment with throwing multiple components.

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Day Two: Finishing and Decorating

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On the second day, you’ll learn how to refine and complete your work through:

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• Trimming and finishing thrown pieces

• Making and attaching handles

• Adding decorative details and surface texture

• Attaching components such as spouts, feet, and other features

• Understanding the next stages of the ceramic process

 

By the end of the weekend, you’ll have a greater understanding of wheel throwing techniques and the confidence to continue developing your pottery skills.

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Suitable for beginners and improvers.

All materials, tools, and full lunch are provided (dietary preferences will be catered for)

 

All work produced during the sessions is charged at £10.00 per kilogram for firing.

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The course will run from 10am - 3pm each day.

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