Thur 10 am: Potter's Wheel, Jan

Service Description

Potter's Wheel - 8 Week Class Must be 14+ to attend Wheel-Throwing for All Levels: Intentional Form & Function Learn how to throw on the potter’s wheel! This structured, skills-based class is designed for adult students of all experience levels—from absolute beginners to those with some wheel experience who are looking to refine their technique and deepen their practice. In this hands-on course, you’ll learn the fundamentals of wheel-throwing with a focus on intention, consistency, and craftsmanship. Each student will work toward a clear, personalized goal, such as creating a matching set of small bowls, or a collection of mugs and bowls that are unified in shape, weight, and glaze. Chloe will provide weekly demonstrations that guide you through each stage of the process—from centring clay and throwing forms, to trimming, glazing, and studio best practices. What You’ll Learn: -Centring, pulling, shaping, and trimming on the wheel -Developing intentionality in form—learning to throw with specific outcomes in mind -Creating a cohesive set of functional ware focused on height, weight, and form consistency -Introduction to glaze theory and application with an emphasis on control and harmony -Studio best practices, including clay reclaiming and waste reduction Class Outcome: By the end of the course, each student will complete a small, intentional set of work that demonstrates increased control over form and surface—an elevated understanding of clay through thoughtful, sustainable studio practice. This class prioritizes quality over quantity, and supports students in slowing down, noticing details, and developing a more intentional relationship with their work. This class will be at our new location 115 Chapel Street. Street parking is free on evenings and Sundays. The best daytime parking is the parade behind the RBC (Bastion parkade) which is only a 2 minute walk to the studio. WHAT TO BRING An apron or hand towel. *Cancellations & Missed Classes Missed classes can be made up by booking a complimentary Studio Drop-In. This is automatically compensated to you through your attendance in class and must be used within two weeks of the class finishing. Full refunds are given for cancellations made 14 days before class. After that, the date we will do our best to fill your space. If we do, we will refund you minus a $45 office fee. No refunds once the class has started.