Intermediate Wheel Throwing - Ceramics Class (Fall Saturdays 2022)

This intermediate wheel throwing course is designed for students who are comfortable throwing, trimming and glazing work independently, this class works on consistency in throwing and also using the wheel to create more complex bodies of work, including larger and sculptural forms.

Classes meet once a week for 2.5 hours in the AMOCA Ceramics Studio for six weeks (15 hours of total instruction), and are limited in size to ten students.

Studio classes are for adults ages 18 and over (students 16+ may attend classes when accompanied by a paying adult).

Week 1:

Studio and course introduction/logistics; the 5-cup project; demo: throwing off the hump

Week 2:

Introduction to throwing larger forms; demo: throwing a large bowl

Week 3:

The lidded vessel: jars, lids, and containers; demo: throwing and measuring lidded vessels

Week 4:

Throwing bottle forms; demo: throwing bottle forms with neck

Week 5:

Throwing large platters; demo: throw a large platter

Week 6:

Glazing techniques, including layering and spraying glazes; demo: layering and spraying glazes

Refunds are not allowed after the course begins. Refunds requested during the week prior to the start of the class will be honored at 50%. Refunds requested prior to this will be honored minus Eventbrite fees. If you would like to request a refund, email [email protected].

Every student is required to show proof of a COVID-19 vaccination on the first day of class. If a student cannot provide proof of vaccination, the student will be unable to continue with the class. Thank you in advance for your understanding!

Host or Publisher American Museum of Ceramic Art