Mondays 10am - 12pm
December 11 - December 20
With Debby Reynolds
$375
14 seats available
Beginning wheel classes focus on the core skills of working on the potter’s wheel. You’ll learn how to center clay and control the spinning motion to raise the walls for mugs and open them outward to form bowls. You’ll also practice trimming — an essential step in refining your finished pieces. Glazing is introduced through a simple dipping process using a wide variety of Georgies Cone 6 glazes.
Beginning students can expect to complete several small (cereal-sized) bowls and one or two mugs, although perfection takes practice! Continuing students will build on these basics, gaining confidence and control while moving on to larger bowls and more complex cylindrical forms.
The more time you spend in open studio, the faster your skills will grow. Many students repeat classes to continue improving or because the schedule works well for them. Each wheel class is limited to 12 students, ensuring that everyone has their own wheel and plenty of instructor support.
Sign-up for classes must be done over the phone. Please call 503-283-1353 during regular business hours