A guided introduction to clay through both handbuilding and wheel throwing — designed for complete beginners to build confidence, skill, and a personal connection with the material.

• Introduction to Clay & Process
  Begin by understanding clay as a material — how it behaves, holds moisture, and moves through different stages from soft to fired.

• Pinching, Coiling & Slab Building
  Learn foundational handbuilding techniques and explore how different methods can be used to create both functional and sculptural forms.

• Introduction to the Wheel
  Get familiar with the potter’s wheel, body positioning, and centering — building comfort with the rhythm and movement of wheel throwing.

• Form, Structure & Function
  Understand how to make pieces that are balanced, usable, and expressive — exploring proportion, volume, and construction.

• Surface, Texture & Detail
  Experiment with carving, impressions, and surface treatments to add depth, character, and individuality to your work.

• Glazing & Finishing
  Learn how glazing works and how surface finishes transform your pottery — completing your pieces through firing and final refinement.

• Artistic Identity & Practice
  Alongside technique, we help you explore your creative voice — introducing ways to think about presentation, product shoots, branding, and sharing your work with confidence.