Wheel 1
Number of sessions: Four 3-hour sessions
Course Fee: $65.00
Description:
This course will provide hands on instruction for students who wish to learn how to create pottery using the wheel. Instruction will focus on the following skills.
- Learn the mechanics of throwing: Centering, Opening, Pulling.
- Learn how to use the tools used in the throwing process.
- Learn the hand and body positions needed in throwing.
- Learn to throw cylinders
- Learn to trim pieces after they reach leather hard.
- Wedging
- Reclaiming clay
- Learn other skills as determined by the instructor.
Materials:
The instructor will provide a recommended list of tools/clay which may include but is not limited to the following:
Small sponge, wood or rubber rib, cutting wire, needle tool, trimming tools, container for water, and clay.
Class Information: - Minimums and maximums below 6 students determined by instructor.
