Throwing Class for Beginners

Learn the essentials of throwing on the potter's wheel at this pottery class in Manchester.



2.5 hours

Class size 1 to 8 (public classes), 1 to 30
  £70

In this hands-on pottery workshop, you'll master the foundational techniques of wheel throwing and create your very own ceramic pieces. During this engaging session, you'll learn how to transform raw clay into beautiful vessels, with two of your favourite creations being professionally fired and glazed for you to treasure.
Working at your own wheel under expert guidance, you'll develop essential skills including:
  • Centring clay confidently
  • Opening and pulling walls with proper technique
  • Creating basic forms with traditional methods
  • Understanding the characteristics of clay
Our welcoming team ensures a relaxed, supportive environment perfect for complete beginners. You'll find that the rhythmic motion of the wheel and the tactile nature of clay quickly puts you at ease, making the learning process both natural and enjoyable.
This immersive activity introduces you to the deeply satisfying craft of pottery, helping you build both skills and confidence. As you shape the clay beneath your hands, you'll discover the meditative quality of throwing that has captivated artisans for millennia. You'll leave the class with practical knowledge of wheel throwing techniques and, once fired, two unique pieces that showcase your newfound skills.
Classes run twice daily on Saturdays and Sundays.


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Knowledge required
Basic beginner knowledge
 
What you'll get
Your two favourite pieces.
 
Suitable for

This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a date idea, team building activity or hen do.

This experience would also be a unique gift for her, gift for mum or gift for couples.

Location

Makers Quarter Kampus, 42 Aytoun Street, Manchester, M1 3GL

5 mins from Piccadilly train station

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Makers Quarter
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We are Makers Quarter a brand new Makerspace in the heart of Manchester City centre. A one stop shop for creativesr, designed to support many different practices. We have a fully equipped pottery school, Art & Design studio equipped with screen printing beds, jewellery making facilities and a textiles and upholstery studio. The facilities will be bookable for members and most excitingly we will be hosting classes in all mediums giving the wider public the chance to learn a creative skill. The classes will be hosted by our members, local experts and well regarded international crafts people.
With the combination of classes and members drop in sessions we are giving visitors the chance to get hands on and seasoned pros a space to thrive….“We are evolving spaces for creatives & communities alike, which will hopefully make a positive impact in the way creative people can work”.

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