Pottery Experience: Wheel Throwing and Hand-building

Looking for fun things to do in Swindon? Come along to this full-day pottery class and immerse yourself in the calming world of clay! At this pottery for beginners class, you will explore three popular hand-building techniques (slab building, pinching and coiling) as well as ever-popular wheel throwing! Don't worry if you're new to pottery making, this fun all-rounder one-day course is a brilliant introduction to the captivating world of handmade pottery. Your friendly teacher will guide you through each technique with simple step-by-step instructions along with plenty of entertaining and informative demonstrations.Throughout the day, with your talented teacher by your side, you will make either a coiled pot, bowl or planter, a slabbed vase or tealight holder, a small pinch pot sculpture, dish or gonk then, finally, you will have a go at throwing a pot on one of our fun potter’s wheels.At the end of the day, you'll have four stunning clay creations that are yours to keep (however you will have to wait for these to be dried and fired). You'll also walk away feeling refreshed and relaxed from your unique day of crafty fun! All pieces made during the day will be dried, fired then available for collection approx. two weeks later. Anyone wishing to glaze their work may join any drop-in session at the studio (charged per session). There will be a short break for lunch so you will need to bring a packed lunch. Read more details