Learn pottery from start to finish in this eight-week pottery wheel throwing course in Manhattan.
During this intensive hands-on pottery course, you'll meet for eight consecutive weeks and be able to fire works of art during the term at an additional cost. This advanced class is designed for students with prior wheel-throwing experience who are ready to explore sophisticated ceramic techniques.
Prerequisites: Completion of a beginner pottery course or equivalent wheel-throwing experience
Course Outline:
- Week One: Advanced Wheel Forms & Clay Preparation - Review advanced centering techniques and explore complex forms like tall cylinders, wide bowls, and closed forms. Learn advanced clay preparation methods and wedging techniques for consistent results.
- Weeks Two to Three: Advanced Throwing Techniques - Master challenging forms including lidded containers, teapots, and large-scale pieces. Focus on wall control, proportional relationships, and creating sets of matching pieces.
- Week Four: Surface Design & Texture - Develop skills in advanced surface treatments including carved details, impressed textures, and slip trailing. Learn to plan surface design that complements your forms.
- Week Five: Advanced Trimming & Finishing - Perfect your trimming technique for complex forms and learn advanced finishing methods. Explore foot ring variations and how trimming affects the final aesthetic of your pieces.
- Week Six: Handles, Spouts & Attachments - Master the art of pulling handles, creating spouts, and attaching elements. Learn proper joining techniques and how to maintain structural integrity in functional pieces.
- Week Seven: Advanced Glazing Techniques - Explore sophisticated glazing methods including layering, resist techniques, and wax application. Learn how different application methods affect final results.
- Final Class: Portfolio Review & Professional Finishing - Complete final glazing, conduct a comprehensive portfolio review of your work, and discuss advanced ceramic practices. Professional presentation and documentation techniques covered.
This advanced course is perfect for experienced potters ready to push their skills to the next level. You'll develop the technical expertise and artistic vision needed to create sophisticated, professional-quality ceramic work.
Please note that clay and firing fees are not included and incur an additional cost.
What you'll get
Knowledge required
Session repeats
- This class series runs over 8 consecutive sessions, at the same time every week.
