Beginners Throwing Taster

£65.00

Come and spend some time in the Form & Fire studio and give pottery wheel throwing a go!

In this 2 hour workshop you'll get hands-on tuition and learn the basics of throwing on the pottery wheel. The session is led by experienced potter, Ruth, who will give you her advice and knowledge to help you get to grips with this fun and creative skill.

During the session, you will see a throwing demonstration from Ruth and then you will be free to throw as many pots as you like in the remaining time. Usually, participants throw 2-3 pots during the workshop.

From the pieces you have made you will then pick your favourite one and Ruth will trim, glaze and finish your pot in the following weeks. There are 3 studio glazes available to choose from to complete your masterpiece!

What can I expect from this experience?

  • An introduction to wheel throwing

  • Hands-on tuition from an expert potter

  • All materials and tools provided

  • Access to your own wheel for the entire session

  • Post-workshop firing, processing and handling for 1 piece each

  • Any extra pieces can be processed for £10 each

  • Drinks are provided

  • Suitable for all people and all abilities

  • Under 18s must be accompanied by a participating adult

Wheel throwing is a messy and wonderful way to unwind and let go! This workshop is open to anyone and everyone who wants to give it a try. This session is taught in an intimate group of 3 and makes a fun activity to come along and try with a friend or solo.

Date:

Come and spend some time in the Form & Fire studio and give pottery wheel throwing a go!

In this 2 hour workshop you'll get hands-on tuition and learn the basics of throwing on the pottery wheel. The session is led by experienced potter, Ruth, who will give you her advice and knowledge to help you get to grips with this fun and creative skill.

During the session, you will see a throwing demonstration from Ruth and then you will be free to throw as many pots as you like in the remaining time. Usually, participants throw 2-3 pots during the workshop.

From the pieces you have made you will then pick your favourite one and Ruth will trim, glaze and finish your pot in the following weeks. There are 3 studio glazes available to choose from to complete your masterpiece!

What can I expect from this experience?

  • An introduction to wheel throwing

  • Hands-on tuition from an expert potter

  • All materials and tools provided

  • Access to your own wheel for the entire session

  • Post-workshop firing, processing and handling for 1 piece each

  • Any extra pieces can be processed for £10 each

  • Drinks are provided

  • Suitable for all people and all abilities

  • Under 18s must be accompanied by a participating adult

Wheel throwing is a messy and wonderful way to unwind and let go! This workshop is open to anyone and everyone who wants to give it a try. This session is taught in an intimate group of 3 and makes a fun activity to come along and try with a friend or solo.

Please note:

This class will be in our first-floor studio space, unfortunately this space is only accessible via stairs. Please get in touch to discuss any access needs.

For this session to go ahead there needs to be a minimum of 2 participants attending. If we need to reschedule for another session we aim to give a minimum of 7 days notice.

Once the session has finished your pieces will need to be left to dry out before going through two separate kiln firings and a layer of shiny glaze. All of this processing will be done by Ruth and will take approx 6 weeks to complete. You will be contacted once your pieces are ready to collect.

Suitable for participants aged 14+. Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult who will also participate in the workshop.