Learn how to throw pottery on the wheel in this hands-on, five-week course! We’ll cover the basics of making bowls, mugs, and plates. No experience required. This class is designed for all skill levels, including complete beginners. Guidance will be tailored to meet you where you're at, whether this is your first time touching clay or you already have some experience. CLASS DATES: DATE TIME INSTRUCTOR WEDNESDAY EVENINGS- RUNNING Classes: July 8-Aug 12 *Break week: No class on Aug 5 6:00pm-9:00pm Owen Davies TUESDAY EVENINGS- RUNNINGClasses: July 28-Sept 1*Break week: No class on Aug 25 6:00pm-9:00pm Owen Davies THURSDAY EVENINGS (AUG)Classes: Aug 6-Sept 10 *Break week: No class on Sept 3 6:00pm-9:00pm Nick Edmund ➔Check out SEPTEMBER CLASSES HERE! What to Expect: Week 1: Intro & ThrowingMeet your instructor, review class policies, watch a demo and learn the basics, then jump right on the wheel! Time to get muddy and start throwing. We allot 30 minutes at the end of each class for clean-up. Week 2: Demo + TrimmingTrimming is the process of refining your leather-hard pieces. We’ll show you how to shape, smooth, and add finishing touches to your pieces using professional tools. Week 3: ThrowingTime to get back on the wheel and sharpen your centering and pulling skills! Week 4: TrimmingYour final wheel class to trim and perfect your forms. Week OffRest those hands! Your work will be dried and bisque-fired by our staff. Week 5: GlazingThe fun part! Choose from our in-house glazes and experiment with colour and design. Want extra practice? Check out our Open Studio options to keep throwing between classes. Students get 50% off Open Studio 10 packs! How long is the workshop? 3 hours including clean-up. What's Included? Clay Access to tools and underglaze paints Food-safe studio glazes Aprons (or bring your own!) Guidance from our skilled Instructors Bisque and glaze firings (done by Amaranth staff) Other Information Sign up online, over the phone or by visiting the studio. If you are booking this class for another person, please include their name and email address in '+ Add Order Notes' (from 'your cart' window). Or, send an email to [email protected]. Anyone under 12 years old must be accompanied by an adult. Please contact us if you have any questions. A total of 9 spots available. We require a minimum of 6 students to run a class. You will be notified by email if a class is being rescheduled. Dress for mess! We recommend wearing clothes you can get muddy in. Trim your nails and tie back your hair- trust us, you'll thank us later. Arrive 5-10 minutes early. We promise we're friendly and there's lots to see in our studio! You may even be welcomed in by our sweet furry greeters- Boo & Frankie. Cleanup is a shared activity. Everyone helps clean their workspace :)! Pieces are ready for pickup in approximately 2-3 weeks after your last class A friendly reminder: Due to the nature of clay and the firing process, we cannot guarantee the final outcome of any piece. While we take great care with all work, warping, cracking, or breakage can occur. We like to say, “don’t fall in love with your piece until it makes it home with you!” Picking up your Pottery: We will email students when your pieces are ready for pick up and post it online, here: 'Are my Pots Ready?' Due to limited space in our studio, your pieces will be put up for adoption 1 month after they're ready for pick-up. Contact us if you would like to inquire about shipping. Please read our Class Policies below for information on Refunds, Cancellations, and our Studio's Health & Safety measures.
