3-part Pottery Wheel Throwing Class

Pottery Wheel Throwing Class Three Part Class 1) Sept. 3rd, wheel throwing 5 to 7pm, 2) Sept. 10th trimming sgraffito decorating 5 to 7pm 3) September 24th, glazing, 5 to 7pm Cost: $160.00 per person – includes materials and firings for one item Adults, child with parent from 10 years, children alone from 12 years making small open dishes for dips, salsa, snacks etc. In this three-lesson unit, you will explore the fundamentals of wheel throwing and gain hands-on experience with the complete process of creating a ceramic piece on the potter's wheel. In the first lesson, you will be introduced to the pottery wheel and learn important safety procedures. You will prepare your clay, centre it on the wheel, and throw a simple open form, such as a bowl and/or flat dish. In the second lesson, after your pieces have dried to the leather-hard stage, you will learn how to trim the base using the pottery wheel. You will also decorate the surfaces using the sgraffito technique (carving) to create texture. In the third lesson, once your work has been bisque fired, you will explore glazing techniques like dipping, pouring, and brush application. • Learn safe and effective use of the pottery wheel. • Prepare and centre clay on the wheel and throw a simple open form. • Trim a leather-hard piece to create a finished foot and refined shape. • Explore the sgraffito technique to decorate ceramic surfaces. • Apply glaze using dipping, pouring, and brush techniques. POLICIES: Refund: If you are unable to attend class for any reason, please notify the Arts Council via text at 306-634-3942. Our current office hours are Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9:30- 2:30 so response may not be immediate. 48 hrs. notice prior to class is required for a refund – our artists must prep to bring you these wonderful classes! There will be no refunds issued for less than 48 hrs. notice. Cancellation: If a class is cancelled due to insufficient registration, instructor illness, weather, etc., we will schedule a make-up class, offer another class, or refund fees if preferred. HEADS UP! Students are asked to dress in casual, comfortable clothing. Art making is often a messy process!