Throwing Classes

Come and join us at Cardiff Pottery Workshops for the ever popular throwing classes. Master the art of the potters wheel in our fun and friendly studio with our highly skilled tutors guiding you all the way. You will work to a specially developed 6 week plan which has been devised to take you step by step through the process of throwing for beginners. Alongside this we offer 20% discount to those who are returning to develop their skills. Alternatively, if you would prefer more tailored tuition you can opt for some personal tuition or join our Sunday morning sessions which are unstructured and tailored for those who cannot commit to a 6 week course. Details and prices are listed below...

Class Details

During the 6 week throwing course you will work on your own potters wheel. Each lesson will start with clay preparation, followed by a demonstration on the wheel by the tutor. You will then have time to practice what has been demonstrated and guidance will be offered where needed. If you need a break, the kettle is always on with tea and coffee in abundance so please do help yourselves...or ask the tutor to make a brew! 

Skills you will learn:

• Clay preparation and wedging.

• Setting up your wheel.

• Centering the clay.

• Making a bowl.

• Making a cup. Including how to make and attach a handle.

• Making a lidded pot.

• Turning and finishing your pieces ready for firing.

Throwing can be very messy, particularly when you are starting out. We supply aprons but it is probably best if you come to the classes in clothes and footwear you don't mind getting dirty. No watches or jewellery to be worn and you may want to tie your hair back in preparation. 

You can book your place right away by selecting from the drop down options, the day and time that is suitable for you. Please note the course must be paid for in full before attending. If you miss a class this may be made up on the following course for the same week missed (depending on available space). All work is fired and will be ready to collect two weeks after the completion of your course. If you would like to glaze your pieces this can be done by booking onto one of our glazing sessions, usually held on a Sunday.

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Cant find a date suitable...please check our calendar with all our class dates.

Kelly and her team look forward to meeting you!

6 Week Beginners Course: £140

Monday PM: 18.30-20.30 Tutor: Kelly Campbell

Start Dates: 12th November 2018

Tuesday AM: 10.00-12.00  Tutor: Sarah Symonds

Start Dates: 6th November 2018

Tuesday PM: 18.30-20.30  Tutor: Sarah Symonds

Start Dates: 6th November 2018

Thursday PM: 18.30-20.30 Tutor: Sarah Symonds

Start Date: 8th November 2018

Sunday AM: 10.00-12.00  Tutor: Kelly Campbell

Start Dates: Rolling classes

Personal Tuition: £60-£150

Personal Tuition sessions are two hours long and are tailored to your specific request. This can be anything from a taster session to a particular project you may need help with. All materials and firing included. 

1x 1-2-1 Session: £60.00

2x 1-2-1 Sessions: £90.00

3x 1-2-1 Sessions: £150.00

Personal tuition classes are held at a time suitable for you and the availability of one of our tutors. Once your booking has been received a member of our team will be in touch to arrange a time and date. 

Add a friend and receive 50% discount!

6 Week Intermediate Course: £110.00

Once you have completed the 6 week beginners course its highly likely you have grown to love throwing, so we offer a 6 week intermediate course with over 20% discount. During this six weeks focus will be given on throwing larger pieces and working to a set scale, refining the quality of your throwing along with experimenting with surface texture. This follow on course offers new challenges for the budding thrower!

Classes times are as follows:

Tuesday PM: 19.00-21.00  Tutor: Sarah Symonds

Start Dates: 6th November 2018

Thursday PM: 19.00-21.00 Tutor: Sarah Symonds

Start Date: 8th November 2018

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Six Throwing Credits: £140

If you select the credits option you can attend any of the above classes on a rolling week by week basis. You will need to book your class in advance so we can account for numbers (usually 3 days in advance). Once you have attended your six classes you can refresh your credits here.

*Unfortunately no refunds are available.