This 3-day intensive pottery launchpad is the perfect introduction to wheel throwing.

Beginning on day one, participants will learn to centre, open, and pull a cylinder, which is the basis of most vase forms. On day two, you will explore bowl forms and practice, practice, practice. Trimming and practical modifications to your vessels will be introduced. Day three, will be about attachments and decoration techniques that will turn your pieces into beautiful, functional pottery. 16+

A small class size and our experienced instructors will ensure a successful start to your clay journey.

All pieces made during class will be glazed for you and ready for pick up within 2 weeks. 

A material fee of $20 (+tax) will be due on first day of the workshop, payable at the café by cash, credit or debit. This includes clay, a bisque firing and a glaze firing.

6 pots will be included with your course, additional pieces will cost $10 (+tax) each. 

DATES & TIMES

THURS AUG 21st 10:00am to 3:00pm

FRI AUG 22nd 10:00am to 3:00pm

SAT AUG 23rd 10:00am to 3:00pm

YOUR TUTOR

Michelle Minke

Michelle has been making pottery for many years, beginning at Seneca College, Toronto, and including classes in Yellowknife, Alberta, and Haliburton. She has been teaching high school at Bruce Peninsula District School most of her career. She is pleased to share her love of pottery at the Georgian Bay School of the Arts.

WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING

6 pots will be included with your course, additional pieces will cost $10 (+tax) each. 

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