4-Week Beginner Wheel Throwing – Monday Evening (Starting 7/28)

Name: 4-Week Beginner Wheel Throwing – Monday Evening (Starting 7/28)
Start: 2025-08-18T18:00:00-04:00
End: 2025-08-18T20:00:00-04:00
Location: 1055 Riverside Drive, Macon, GA, United States, Georgia 31201

Schedule

Mon Aug 18 2025 at 06:00 pm to 08:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

1055 Riverside Drive, Macon, GA, United States, Georgia 31201 | Macon, GA

Summer is coming, and the studio does get hot due to the lack of climate control; therefore, we are offering discounts for our summer classes in July and August.
4-Week Beginner Wheel Throwing Course
Hands-on, personalized, and beginner-friendly
This hands-on, beginner-friendly course is perfect for anyone with little to no experience in wheel throwing—or those who’ve tried it before and want to learn more in a supportive, small-group setting (maximum of 2 participants per class).
You'll work closely with our experienced instructor, who will tailor your four-week journey based on your goals. Whether you want to throw bowls, cylinders, plates, or vases, you'll gain confidence and foundational skills in a relaxed and creative environment.
Course Details
Fee: $170 per person (Original Price: $200)
(Includes 4 sessions, 2 hours each)
Bring a friend? $306 total for two (Original Price: $360)
Schedule: Once a week on Mondays
Includes: All tools, clay, materials, and kiln firings
Course Outline
Week 1: Introduction to Clay & Throwing
Get to know our studio clay and how to properly prepare it.
Watch a demonstration tailored to your interests (bowl, cylinder, plate, or vase).
Try your hand at the wheel and create 2–3 pieces.
These pieces will be set aside to trim next week.
Week 2: Trimming & Surface Decoration
Learn how to trim your Week 1 pieces.
Explore surface decoration techniques based on your design preferences.
Week 3: Throwing Practice
Return to the wheel to create new pieces.
Focus on refining your technique and becoming more confident in your process.
Week 4: Final Trimming & Introduction to Glazing
Trim and finish the pieces from Week 3.
Learn glazing basics to prepare your work for its final firing.
Note: Glazing sessions will be scheduled separately after your pieces are bisque-fired (first firing).

Additional Information:
Open to adults ages 19 and up. If you’re under 19, check out our [Intro to Wheel Throwing for Kids & Teens].
Please bring an apron or towel and keep fingernails trimmed for the best experience.

Studio Access (Optional Add-On)
Looking for more time to practice? We offer monthly studio access for anyone interested in using our space—no class enrollment required.
Studio Membership: $65/month
Includes access during open studio hours on weekends and by appointment on weekdays for independent practice.
Whether you're currently taking a class or simply want a creative space to work in, our studio is here to support your pottery journey. Visit the link below for more information.
https://occ.sn/WlKjRrQw