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Beginners Pottery Class

Learn the basics of pottery in a 3-week class, designed to be a snapshot of the whole pottery process:
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  • Learn the basics of throwing on a wheel
  • Build pots and sculptures using slab and coil 
  • Decorate with underglaze and learn how to glaze

No experience is necessary, and we encourage all skill levels to join! Available for 15 years+, or with the accompaniment of a guardian.
​New potter's can expect to bring home about 5-7 pieces. Limited spaces available, with each class accommodating up to 5 students. 

Cost is $175, and includes clay, glaze, firings, tool and equipment. See our studio facilities!
Class Structure
Each week we will explore a new technique in order to try out​ all the basics and learn the whole process.

Week 1: Handbuilding
Learn how to use templates to make a textured mug and tray from slab.

Week 2: Throwing
We will jump on the wheel and learn how to make bowls, jugs, vases and maybe even some mugs on the potter's wheel! 

[ We take a 1 week break in order to prepare for the glaze class]

Week 3: Glaze and Decorate
Learn how to dip glazes to create unique combinations.

When it's all said and done, it takes about 2 weeks until all your pieces are out of the kiln and ready for pickup!
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Above: Various student creations  from first-time potters. Learn the basics of making pots on a wheel, and using texture to create functional hand-built pieces. 
The beginners class prepares you for our immersive 8 week classes!

We encourage people to take the 3-week Beginner's Class to become acquainted with studio rules and clay techniques, as most of our "8-weekers" are repeat offenders!
We love our returning students and like to make sure that everyone is comfortable navigating the studio. ​Some have been coming for more than 5 years!


Registration Details

You register by making a full payment of $175 to:
kcameronpottery@gmail.com.
Cash or cheque payment can also be arranged.


Once we receive payment, you're registered! We will contact you a week before class starts as a reminder.
Please let us know if you'd like an invoice to be emailed to you.


Fine Print

Refunds:
Cancellations are eligible for a refund up to 14 days prior to the course start date.
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Missed Classes: For Beginners’ Classes, it is hard to make-up a missed class, so please plan accordingly.
If Krista is sick and has to reschedule, there will be a make-up class.


Join Our Beginners Pottery Waiting List
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What Should You Wear To Your First Pottery Class?
You'll end up with clay splattering around and flying off the wheel, you'll forget you have clay on your hands and you'll scratch your head or wipe your face, and you'll almost definitely wipe your hands on your clothes. 

Which is why I will never advise you to wear your beautiful designer jeans, or jewellery. Here's what to wear to a pottery class...
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  • Home
  • About
    • Work
    • Studio Facilities
  • Classes
    • Beginners Classes
    • 8 Week Classes
    • Regional Workshops and Birthday Parties
    • Bee Well Art Hive
    • Testimonials
  • Contact
  • Blog