One-day throwing on a potter’s wheel Introduction

Name: One-day throwing on a potter’s wheel Introduction
Start: 2025-08-17T11:00:00-04:00
Location: Corgi Clay Art Center

Schedule

Sun, 17 Aug, 2025 at 11:00 am

UTC-04:00

Location

Corgi Clay Art Center | Stafford, VA

Class Length: One day, 11am-1pm on Sunday, August 17th
Class Description: This is an introductory course covering the basic fundamentals of throwing clay on the potters wheel. First discussing the three most important concepts to keep in mind when throwing, then moving on to preparing our clay, centering, throwing, and basic trimming. We will throw a very simple cylinder, pointing out important steps along the way, and showing methods for moving clay on the wheel. This class is designed for beginners, but is good for anyone looking for a refresher or just some new ideas on wheel work. Please don’t wear dangling jewelry or flowy sleeves, long hair should be pulled back and please, no flip flops, the floors can get slippery. If you have very long nails, you may find wheel throwing difficult. Be prepared to get dirty, but the good news is, the clay washes right out of your clothes!
Age Limitations: Ages 14+
Supplies Included: Tuition covers everything but students should bring their own hand towel, apron if you have one, and don’t bother dressing up- you will get muddy!
Teachers: Deb Balestreri
Seating Limit: 10