Complete beginner2 spots left Sat
Wheel throwing basics
Three hours on the wheel with a potter who has taught more than 900 first-timers. You will centre, open and pull up at least two pieces, then choose one to trim and glaze.
Length3 hours
GroupUp to 6
WhereBrunswick
Take home1 fired piece
What you will do
- Wedge and centre 1.5 kg of stoneware clay
- Throw a cylinder, then a small bowl
- Pick a glaze from the studio's twelve tested colours
- Collect the fired piece two weeks later, or have it posted
Your maker
Theo Quinn
Studio potter in Brunswick. Makes tableware for three Melbourne restaurants and teaches on weekends.
Good to know
Wear clothes you do not mind getting clay on. Short nails help. Free cancellation up to 72 hours before the class. After that your seat can be moved to another date once.