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Beginner Pottery

Instructor:

This class is for the beginning student who is interested in exploring the process of working with clay. Students will have the opportunity to learn several hand building techniques and the basics of wheel throwing. Surface design and glazing techniques will also be explored. 

Craft Enrichment pottery classes draw on the individual technical and aesthetic interests of each instructor. Through group instruction, hands-on experiences and individual help, both beginning and advanced ceramics students will expand their knowledge of throwing on the potter’s wheel, hand building, surface decoration, glaze application, and pottery design. A variety of clays and glazes are available for Cone 6 oxidation firing.

Supplies

Each registered student will receive 1 (25lb) bag of clay and pottery tools to use during the course. Additional clay can be purchased through our website.  Students can bring their own pottery tools that would include a Wire Clay Cutter, a Sponge, a Steel Scraper, a Potter’s Rib, a Loop Tool, a Needle Tool, and a Boxwood Modeling Tool. A short list is below with links:

Location

Open Lab unless another course is scheduled. 

Free parking is available after 5pm during the week on all surface lots. 

Notes

Course schedule subject to change for in-person offerings.

Date
September 3, 2025 - October 22, 2025
Time
Wednesdays, 6:00 - 8:30 PM
Location
Katherine Harper Hall 55
Delivery Method
In Person
Enrollment
12
Cost
$250
Category
Pottery

View our registration info and cancellation policy for more information.

Example photos

Pottery by Eric Reichard