Service Description

Looking for something to do this Spring? come and learn pottery and the art of making ceramics on the wheel. This is the perfect opportunity to get a taste of pottery and build some knowledge into the world of wheel throwing. located at Jacob Lyon Pottery 5 Friesian St, Cowaramup. (Weekdays 6pm - 8pm) $229 payment locks you in for the whole 4 weeks (3 classes) for that specific day eg: Every Tuesday 6-8pm * Note the course is 3 classes as week 3 of the program is a break week to fire the kilns. Break days are 12th, 13th and 14th of October What’s included ~ All Clay, glaze and equipment ~ All firings and finished pieces Only 6 spots available to ensure I can give you maximum attention, PM or email me to book in jacoblyonpottery@gmail.com Course Structure WEEK 1: Introduction to the wheel. Learn the 3 basic pottery forms Flatware, Bowls and Cylinders. How to modify the 3 basic pottery forms. We will learn how to reshape plates into spoon rests or make garlic graters, Learn how to turn bowls into incense holders or how to flare and twist the rim. And lastly learn how to turn cylinders from mugs into vases, learning to collar the clay top create a neck and stretch the clay to make a belly in the pot. Finish the day with making a large plate or pasta bowl. WEEK 2: Trimming our work and attaching handles. We will learn how to smooth out the bottom and sides of our work, making our pots lighter and preventing a rocking pot. We will also learn to attach handles to our work and how to dry them to prevent uneven drying and cracking. WEEK 3: BREAK WEEK. Everything needs to dry slowly to prevent cracking and then undergo the first firing in the kiln to 1000c and slowly cool to prepare the clay for glazing. WEEK 4: learn to glaze and decorate your work. and how to prevent glazing disasters then off to the kiln for final firing Please read cancellation policy.