36 Sessions- Learn to make more complex pieces like plates and vases- Wheel Throwing

Advanced Beginner's Pottery Course: Mastering the Craft from Foundations to Complex Forms

Embark on a transformative pottery journey with our comprehensive thirty-six-session course, designed specifically for complete beginners. This in-depth program offers you the chance to master both foundational shapes and more complex forms on the potter’s wheel. Under the guidance of an experienced pottery teacher, you'll gain the skills and confidence to create a variety of beautiful and functional pottery pieces, from mugs and bowls to vases, teapots, and plates.

Course Highlights

1. Comprehensive Curriculum:

• Sessions 1-6:
  • Introduction to Pottery: Get acquainted with the potter’s wheel and learn basic techniques.
  • Mastering Cylinders: Focus on centering the clay and forming initial cylinder shapes.
• Sessions 7-12:
  • Refining Your Skills: Enhance your cylinder shapes with consistent thickness and even walls.
  • Creating Mugs: Learn to add handles and create functional mugs.
• Sessions 13-18:
  • Introduction to Bowls: Transition to bowl shapes, perfecting even walls and finishing techniques.
• Sessions 19-21:
  • Advanced Trimming and Decoration: Learn advanced trimming techniques and explore surface decoration for both cylinders and bowls.
• Sessions 22-24:
  • Crafting Vases: Techniques for creating taller forms with narrow necks.
• Sessions 25-27:
  • Making Teapots: Learn the intricacies of forming teapots, including spouts and handles.
• Sessions 28-30:
  • Creating Plates and Platters: Understand the techniques for flat forms on the wheel.
• Sessions 31-33:
  • Advanced Glazing Techniques: Explore different glazing finishes and effects.
• Sessions 34-36:
  • Final Project and Showcase Preparation: Work on a final project that incorporates all learned techniques, culminating in a class showcase.

2. Personalised Instruction:

• Small class sizes ensure you receive individualised attention.
• Step-by-step guidance tailored to your pace and skill level, with ongoing feedback and support.

3. Extensive Hands-On Practice:

• Each session provides significant wheel time to practice and refine your techniques.
• Learn through demonstrations and direct feedback to enhance your skills.

4. Additional Studio Time:

• Extra studio hours available outside of class for independent practice.
• Access to studio resources and materials during these practice sessions.

5. Creation of Advanced Pottery:

• By the end of the course, you’ll have the skills to create a variety of functional and artistic pieces.
• Understand the complete process from shaping to finishing and glazing.

Learning Outcomes

1. Mastery of a Wide Range of Shapes:

• Build a strong foundation in creating cylinders and bowls, and advance to more complex forms like vases, teapots, and plates.

2. Versatile Pottery Skills:

• Learn the complete process of making a diverse range of pottery pieces, from initial shaping to trimming and glazing.

3. Enhanced Creativity:

• Explore various surface decoration and glazing techniques to personalise your creations.

4. Confidence on the Wheel:

• Gain the confidence to work independently on the potter’s wheel and tackle new projects with ease.

5. Comprehensive Understanding:

• Acquire a thorough understanding of advanced pottery techniques and best studio practices.

Course Benefits

1. Expert Instruction:

   • Learn from a seasoned pottery teacher with extensive experience in wheel throwing and advanced techniques.

2. Progressive Learning:

   • A structured curriculum designed to build your skills progressively, ensuring you thoroughly understand and master both foundational and complex shapes.

3. Personal Achievement:

   • Experience the satisfaction of creating a diverse range of beautifully crafted pottery pieces, from mugs and bowls to vases, teapots, and plates.

4. Supportive Community:

   • Join a community of like-minded individuals, fostering a supportive and creative environment.

5. Flexible Practice Time:

   • Take advantage of additional studio hours to practice and perfect your techniques at your convenience.

Where?

Our studio is in Noida, C block, Sector-56. Find us on Google Maps App.

Materials You will be using:

High Quality Stoneware Clay. Terracotta on request.

Refunds & Cancellation:

15% Cancellation Fee will be applied before the course start date.

Zero Refunds once the course begins.