Wheel Throwing Pottery Class

Recent reviews of Wheel Throwing Pottery Class

• 5/5 from Simone Pecora, attended Jun 2025: Really nice class, Mark (Potters Thumb) is very passionated and knowledgeable about what he does. We spent the first part of the class over pottery introduction and techniques, and in the second part we applied the theory by spinning the wheel ourselves. Made some cute cups of our own and a mini bowl that will be fired for us in the next weeks.
• 5/5 from Giorgio Marfella, attended Mar 2025: Great teacher and an amazing experience! It was wonderful to see someone who truly loves their job and knows how to share that passion with others. Highly recommend!
• 5/5 from Sena Ozkilic Okay, attended Feb 2025: We had a great time with Mark! His deep knowledge and passion for pottery made the class truly inspiring and engaging. It was a fantastic experience, and we thoroughly enjoyed it!
• 5/5 from Imani Looby, attended Feb 2025: The class was so fun and I would strongly recommend! Our teacher Mark was so knowledgable and guided us through each step, we both managed to make 2 cups we were proud of and it was our first time doing pottery! I had a fantastic time and will be showing off my handmade pottery to everyone I know!
• 5/5 from Ethan Kendall, attended Feb 2025: A brilliant class! Mark is so friendly and a great teacher. He packs a lot into the session and provides a great introduction to using the wheel. Would highly recommend!
• 3/5 from Marianne Davies, attended Feb 2025: Good and interesting. Would have liked more time practicing on the wheel.
• 5/5 from Pratiksha Jha, attended Aug 2024: Had a great time with Mark today. He's so passionate about what he does and it's really inspiring. Loved the session. Ended up creating a beautiful cup
• 5/5 from Farah Bachelani, attended Jul 2024: Me and my husband went here for my husbands birthday. It was a 2 hour comprehensive, and very in depth class on pottery which I didn't actually expect. Mark knew so much about pottery and it was very interesting to learn about the preparation of the clay before it's thrown. I never knew how much work really went into it. Then after the preparation of the clay he showed us step by step how to make a cup, which is harder than it looks. Before we actually got started with the pottery part of this class, he asked us if it would be okay if he held our hands to guide us, which was very considerate as I wasn't okay with that and he respected my boundary without hesitation. We both learnt so much and spoke fondly of our class even with relatives and just amongst ourselves. It was very informative and a great use of time. Mark even went over the 2 hour session and we actually stayed another 45 minutes making another cup and tidying up. One of the things I really like is how even after we are finished, none of the clay goes in the bin and it is actually all reused. Mark doesn't waste anything which is great, and he even makes his own tools and is honest about how the fancy tools in craft shops isn't something you actually need. I think it was a wonderful experience and both me and my husband had a wonderful time.
• 5/5 from Maddalena Zadra, attended Apr 2024: What a class This was my first time trying wheel throwing. Mark really tries to bring his passion and connection to clay to a new level, both fun and educational. I appreciated how professional and helpful it was, and give me confidence and passion towards the material. I would really really recommend it and would love to go again! Thank you
• 5/5 from Ana Pacheco, attended Mar 2024: it was an absolutely delightful evening with Mark, running us through the wonderful world of clay and his vast experience is also expressed in the super interesting projects he's been involved in! I would really like to come back for another session for sure thanks so much Mark!
• 5/5 from Imran Haris, attended Feb 2024: My first time at Pottery throwing! It was great fun getting behind the wheel and learning the techniques to build my first pot. Had a great tutor which was very inspiring and and had a cosy little set up. Enjoyed a great pizza after just downstairs on the building. Will be back to learn some more!
• 5/5 from Dobin Moon, attended Feb 2024: My one-on-one pottery session was a revelation. From the start, the personalised attention I received was evident. The experienced teacher not only guided me through the process but also provided invaluable insights into the craft. What stood out was the depth of knowledge the instructor possessed. Their expertise was apparent in every interaction, from shaping clay to discussing different techniques. This personalised approach gave me a clear understanding of what to expect in future pottery endeavours. In essence, the session was more than just learning pottery; it was a tailored experience that left me feeling confident and inspired to continue exploring this craft further. If you're looking for a personalised pottery experience with an experienced teacher, this is it.
• 5/5 from Sylvester Rusted, attended Feb 2024: Very Charismatic and enthusiastic. Lesson was well planned and thoroughly enjoyable. Location was avant-garde and the river bank walk there was a treat. Great value and highly educative, looking forward to my next pottery project!
• 5/5 from Louise Keen, attended Oct 2023: We had such a great time learning about the history of pottery. Mark was lovely and very good at explaining the step by step how to guide :) We were both amazed that we actually managed to make something worth keeping and are very keen to go back to visit Mark again. Highly recommend this class
• 5/5 from Samuel Gue, attended Oct 2023: Had a great time in the class. A lovely personal experience for two. Instructor was very informative and helpful with a good sense of humour. Would very much recommend.
• 5/5 from Veronika, attended Oct 2023: Mark is a wonderful teacher, very knowledgeable and patient. My partner and I really enjoyed our class and would definitely reccomend!
• 5/5 from Olga Komendantova, attended Aug 2023: We absolutely loved Mark’s class! He is so knowledgeable and skilfulSuch enjoyable experience!He was also super patient with us, would love to do it again.
• 5/5 from Arya Nair, attended Aug 2023: It was a wonderful experience. He is really helpful and motivating. I really enjoyed the lesson.
• 5/5 from Francis Souza, attended Aug 2023: Mark was very in depth with knowledge on clay and how to prep it and use it. He was patient and offered just the right amount of support when making the cups themselves on the pottery wheel. Would recommend! Thank you Mark!
• 5/5 from Foteini Peppa, attended Aug 2023: Really enjoyed this session, the instructor appeared with excellent knowledge around wheel throwing pottery, appeared polite and very engaging and both hours spent were fully utilised. Many thanks, Foteini.
• 5/5 from James Lewis, attended Aug 2023: Really fantastic class and a lovely afternoon. Mark was a really great teacher, friendly and informative. I would really recommend this to anyone looking to try out wheel throwing and learn a bit about ceramics.
• 5/5 from Charlotte Iles, attended Aug 2023: We had an amazing time at this class yesterday. It was so lovely to hear the backstory of the materials and how clay work has progressed over time. Our teacher was so knowledgeable and made everything really easy to understand. Everything we needed was there and it was great to get so hands on. What was really lovely is we got to make one cup with more guidance and then a second one more independently too. He was so helpful when we made mistakes (of which there were quite a few). It was completely addictive and I’m sure we’ll be going back to try again. Thank you so much
• 5/5 from Vivian Lai, attended Aug 2023: Inspiring and educating Mark is passionate on pottery and his work! Admire him and his artwork!
• 5/5 from Chig Kumar, attended Jul 2023: Mark was absolutely fantastic from start to finish. He is a second generation potter and he oozes with passion. He was humble, patient and really knowledgeable, he made the class really fun. We will be returning. Thanks. Chig and Megan
• 5/5 from Gian Mueller, attended Jun 2023: Absolutely amazing class. Mark was very knowledgeable and passionate. Definitely worth the price. Absolutely recommend!
• 5/5 from Ying Tan, attended Jun 2023: The session was great! Instructor was very knowledgeable and passionate, and was very informative. We made 2 items in the session, the time flew by quite quickly
• 5/5 from Cheryl Fox, attended May 2023: What a super class! Mark gave a very informative talk about materials, techniques and steps to starting out. Then he kept a close eye helping to make a couple of coffee cups. Such a relaxing and therapeutic class. Highly recommend.
• 5/5 from Nadya Rebar, attended May 2023: A lovely class and very fun couple of hours on a Saturday afternoon. Mark is clearly extremely knowledgable and passionate about pottery, which came through the class. He was also on hand with plenty of individualised advice and instruction (as we made a lot of mistakes!) and I'm excited to collect our finished cups.
• 5/5 from Viger Yang, attended May 2023: Mark is a really great and attentive teacher, explains why things are done to get a better understanding, and is very patient. He’s clearly very passionate about what he does and it shows through his teaching.
• 5/5 from Susie, attended May 2023: Mark was an excellent teacher and his passion for pottery making really shone through. He really helped to break down the process and explain it simply and clearly. I had only ever used a pottery wheel once before and found Mark very patient with my multiple mistakes! This was a fun and creative way to spend a morning. Would highly recommend!
• 5/5 from Emma Bier, attended May 2023: Just spent a lovely few hours with a friend learning to throw pots (actually 2 cups) at a little studio in trendy Hackney Wick above a pizza/ brewery. Mark from Potters Thumb was extremely knowledgeable and started by giving us some background to clay, it’s history a working with it. He has a lot of experience, was good at explaining and demonstrating techniques. He was patient and encouraging when we had our go to! Messy but great fun.
• 5/5 from Rachel Guthartz, attended May 2023: Had such a wonderful time! Mark took the time to talk through all the steps very clearly including crucial prep and clean down steps - definitely a class to help you learn the skills so you can begin to become an independent potter. Would definitely recommend
• 5/5 from Ihtisham Malik, attended Feb 2023: Did the pottery throwing beginners session with Mark on the 19th Feb. Mark was a really good teacher, very patient and explained things well and in easy terms. You could see his passion for ceramics during the opening 15 minutes where he talks through some history/aspects and uses of clay. He sat with us for the whole 2 hours so whenever we needed help he was right there. The pottery room is on the top floor of the white building, very nice and cosy. Finding it was a bit confusing initially! Parking on Sunday was no issue for us. Overall an excellent experience and teacher and would highly recommend to all.
• 5/5 from Atiya Sarmin, attended Jun 2022: Mark was a really good teacher and had lots of enthusiasm and patience. He took time to teach us about clay, sustainability and the basic techniques. We made 3 pots each by the end of the session! Definitely would recommend this taster session for any beginner. There's also lots of food and drink available in the yard, so it makes a great evening out. Cant wait to collect our glazed pots! Would love to go again!
• 5/5 from Bukola Bolarinwa, attended Apr 2022: Teacher was brilliant and I thoroughly enjoyed the class. I would highly recommend and will be going back again!