Pottery & Ceramics: Wheel Throwing Short Course
Learn the foundations of wheel throwing with our pottery courses in Sydney!
In this hands-on, fun 3 week pottery & ceramics course, you will be introduced to throwing, trimming and glazing techniques.
We will take you through the different steps of wheel throwing methods such as centring, opening, and pulling and shaping your pottery. You'll also learn how to plan and execute trimming excess clay from the bottom of your pottery.
As a final step, you will learn how to decorate your pottery. Come with a readiness to learn and to get your hands dirty, and you will go home with a beautiful piece designed and made by yourself.
Learning outcomes
By the end of this wheel-throwing course, you should be able to:
- Use the pottery wheel
- Centre, open and pull your clay
- Trim your pottery
- Use underglazes and glazes to decorate your pottery
Course content
Our wheel throwing course covers the following:
- Information about how ceramics are created
- Wheel throwing techniques
- Trimming techniques
- Glazing
Intended audience
Who is this wheel throwing course for?
This course is for absolute beginners or those with a minimal working knowledge of ceramics.
Course venue
6 Prentice Lane, Willoughby
Parking
Please note: Parking is not permitted on Prentice Lane. Free all-day parking is available on surrounding streets near the studio.
Course materials
Please bring to class
- Face mask
- An apron or a towel
Please be advised materials are provided by Silky Shapes Studio
Additional information
Please note the following:
- Please don’t wear your best clothing! Clay will wash out, but it’s better to wear some older clothes
- If you have long hair, please tie it back
- Wear closed-in shoes
- Nails need to be trimmed
- You will need to return a week after the last class to collect your pieces. You will be able to discuss this with your teacher
<p>Learn the foundations of wheel throwing with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/handcrafts/pottery">pottery courses</a> in Sydney!</p>
<p>In this hands-on, fun 3 week
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<p>Learn the foundations of wheel throwing with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/handcrafts/pottery">pottery courses</a> in Sydney!</p>
<p>In this hands-on, fun 3 week
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<p>Learn the foundations of wheel throwing with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/handcrafts/pottery">pottery courses</a> in Sydney!</p>
<p>In this hands-on, fun 3 week
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<p>Learn the foundations of wheel throwing with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/handcrafts/pottery">pottery courses</a> in Sydney!</p>
<p>In this hands-on, fun 3 week
...
<p>Learn the foundations of wheel throwing with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/handcrafts/pottery">pottery courses</a> in Sydney!</p>
<p>In this hands-on, fun 3 week
...
<p>Learn the foundations of wheel throwing with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/handcrafts/pottery">pottery courses</a> in Sydney!</p>
<p>In this hands-on, fun 3 week
...
<p>Learn the foundations of wheel throwing with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/handcrafts/pottery">pottery courses</a> in Sydney!</p>
<p>In this hands-on, fun 3 week
...
<p>Learn the foundations of wheel throwing with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/handcrafts/pottery">pottery courses</a> in Sydney!</p>
<p>In this hands-on, fun 3 week
...
<p>Learn the foundations of wheel throwing with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/handcrafts/pottery">pottery courses</a> in Sydney!</p>
<p>In this hands-on, fun 3 week
...
<p>Learn the foundations of wheel throwing with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/handcrafts/pottery">pottery courses</a> in Sydney!</p>
<p>In this hands-on, fun 3 week
...
<p>Learn the foundations of wheel throwing with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/handcrafts/pottery">pottery courses</a> in Sydney!</p>
<p>In this hands-on, fun 3 week
...
<p>Learn the foundations of wheel throwing with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/handcrafts/pottery">pottery courses</a> in Sydney!</p>
<p>In this hands-on, fun 3 week
...
<p>Learn the foundations of wheel throwing with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/handcrafts/pottery">pottery courses</a> in Sydney!</p>
<p>In this hands-on, fun 3 week
...
<p>Learn the foundations of wheel throwing with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/handcrafts/pottery">pottery courses</a> in Sydney!</p>
<p>In this hands-on, fun 3 week
...
<p>Learn the foundations of wheel throwing with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/handcrafts/pottery">pottery courses</a> in Sydney!</p>
<p>In this hands-on, fun 3 week
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Course testimonials:
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Judith said: It was well organised so that we were able to experience hands on immediately with success. Excellent tutor who displayed professionalism and patience. It was a fun experience ensuring all of us success.
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Charlotte said: Excellent course, learnt lots. The tutor Yegana was awesome!
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McKenzie said: Had the best time, loved every minute