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 before the session, removing any jewellery, and tying back long hair.
Please note that pottery wheels can be harmful to a person with 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 is an adult session, perfect for complete beginners, or those who have attended any of our other introductory courses. You must be aged 14+ to attend and all under 18’s must be accompanied by a paying adult.
This pottery course takes place over 6 weeks starting on your booked date – please check the booking information for the full list of dates and any skipped weeks.
There are just 5 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.
