Learn to throw clay on the potter’s wheel in this weekly 6-part pottery course designed for beginners.
You will learn
In this course you will learn how to use a potter’s wheel to throw and refine pots.
You’ll learn how to throw cylinders step-by-step, with plenty of time to practice! By the end of the 6 weeks you will have created several finished and glazed pieces showcasing your new skills, and developed a foundation for further experimentation on the potter’s wheel.
Techniques covered include:
Preparing and wedging clay
The stages of throwing a cylinder
Removing pots from the wheel
Turning and trimming
Glazing your work
You will need
This session is perfect for complete beginners and those who have attended any of our other taster or introductory courses.
We recommend trimming long nails prior to the session, removing any jewellery, and tying back long hair.
Please note, pottery wheels are potentially harmful to a person who has a pacemaker because they produce a magnetic field when in use. By booking a ticket to this event you acknowledge this risk.
Additional information
This pottery course takes place over 6 consecutive weeks starting on your booked date.
There are just 4 places on each session, which will offer a high level of one-on-one teaching and a close-knit studio experience.
The course cost includes all materials, tools and clay, plus glazing and firing of your finished pieces.
Naomi Ameyaw
This course is taught by Naomi Ameyaw.
Naomi is a contemporary ceramicist who creates handmade, functional, and decorative pottery from her home studio in Nottingham. She creates her pieces using a combination of throwing and hand-building techniques.
Her work is heavily inspired by nature and she enjoys experimenting with found materials such as wild clay and glass.
