Introduction to Wheel Pottery - Beginners (SOLD OUT)
About
This workshop offers an introduction to potter's wheel techniques, structured over four weeks. Here’s a brief overview of what to expect each week:- **Week 1: Wedging and Centering**
- Learn to prepare clay by wedging and practice centering your clay on the wheel, a core concept for successful pot throwing.
- **Week 2: Wiring Off, Centering, Pulling Sides**
- Develop skills in wiring off completed pieces from the wheel and continue practicing centering. Start pulling up the walls of your pots to form shapes.
- **Week 3: Designing a 300g Form for the Wheel**
- Focus on creating a specific form using 300g of clay. This week is about refining your technique and understanding design principles.
- **Week 4: Trimming for Bisque Firing**
- Learn how to trim your pots for a polished finish and prepare them for bisque firing.
Participants are encouraged to embrace the learning process, understanding that not every piece will be kept.
Location
Nhulunbuy High School Art Room
51 Matthew Flinders Way, Nhulunbuy Northern Territory 0880
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Introduction to Wheel Pottery - Beginners (SOLD OUT)
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