Intro to Pottery Course: 4 Week Class in Dubuque
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4-Week Beginner Pottery Wheel Course
Ready to learn the pottery wheel? This 4-week course is designed for complete beginners who want to build confidence while creating functional pottery they'll actually use at home.
Over four weekly 2-hour classes, you'll learn the fundamentals of wheel throwing, trimming, handle attachment, and glazing. Each week builds on the last, giving you plenty of time to practice, improve your technique, and leave with handmade pieces you'll be proud of.
What You'll Learn
Week 1: Wheel Throwing Fundamentals
Start with the basics of centering, opening, and pulling clay on the wheel. You'll create simple plates and spoon rests while getting comfortable with the pottery wheel and learning essential techniques.
Week 2: Trimming, Bowls & Cups
Learn how to trim your leather-hard pottery to create clean, finished bottoms. Then continue building your throwing skills by making functional bowls and cups.
Week 3: Handles & More Throwing
Refine your trimming technique, learn how to pull and attach handles, and spend more time on the wheel creating additional pieces while building confidence and consistency.
Week 4: Glazing
Finish your favorite creations by choosing from a variety of beautiful studio glazes. We'll teach you glazing techniques before your pieces are glaze fired and made food-safe.
Course Details
4 weekly classes
2 hours per class
Perfect for beginners (no experience necessary)
Small class sizes for personalized instruction
Clay, tools, glazes, and kiln firings included
Keep up to 5 finished pieces
Whether you've always wanted to try pottery or are looking for a new creative hobby, this course gives you the skills and confidence to continue your pottery journey long after the four weeks are over.
Ready to learn the pottery wheel? This 4-week course is designed for complete beginners who want to build confidence while creating functional pottery they'll actually use at home.
Over four weekly 2-hour classes, you'll learn the fundamentals of wheel throwing, trimming, handle attachment, and glazing. Each week builds on the last, giving you plenty of time to practice, improve your technique, and leave with handmade pieces you'll be proud of.
What You'll Learn
Week 1: Wheel Throwing Fundamentals
Start with the basics of centering, opening, and pulling clay on the wheel. You'll create simple plates and spoon rests while getting comfortable with the pottery wheel and learning essential techniques.
Week 2: Trimming, Bowls & Cups
Learn how to trim your leather-hard pottery to create clean, finished bottoms. Then continue building your throwing skills by making functional bowls and cups.
Week 3: Handles & More Throwing
Refine your trimming technique, learn how to pull and attach handles, and spend more time on the wheel creating additional pieces while building confidence and consistency.
Week 4: Glazing
Finish your favorite creations by choosing from a variety of beautiful studio glazes. We'll teach you glazing techniques before your pieces are glaze fired and made food-safe.
Course Details
4 weekly classes
2 hours per class
Perfect for beginners (no experience necessary)
Small class sizes for personalized instruction
Clay, tools, glazes, and kiln firings included
Keep up to 5 finished pieces
Whether you've always wanted to try pottery or are looking for a new creative hobby, this course gives you the skills and confidence to continue your pottery journey long after the four weeks are over.
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470 Central Avenue, Dubuque, IA, United States, Iowa 52001
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Host or PublisherDubuque Pottery Studio
