Pottery Wheel: 5 Week Course - Mugs
Designed specifically for entry-level potters with no prior experience, this five-week program provides a comprehensive introduction to creating mug forms on the wheel.
About Pottery Wheel: 5 Week Course - Mugs
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16th April 2025 3rd June 2025 |
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| Wednesdays 2pm - 4pm / Tuesdays 6pm - 8pm | |
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The Craft Pottery Studio Studio 102A (1st Floor), Axiom Arts Building 48 - 54 Washington Street, Glasgow City Centre G3 8AZ |
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| £230 | |
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Under the guidance of our expert tutors, you’ll explore essential techniques needed to shape, trim, and complete unique mugs. Throughout the course, you will learn foundational processes, including throwing, trimming, handle-making, and glazing, with the opportunity to experiment with surface designs like slip decoration. This course prioritises building fundamental skills, so you can expect to create 4-8 functional mugs, each with unique design elements and finishes.
Course Outline:
Week 1: Introduction to Throwing Mug Bodies. Participants will learn the basics of wheel throwing, focusing on forming the body of a mug.
Week 2: Developing Techniques for Mug Bodies. Students will further develop their throwing skills, working toward consistent mug shapes and sizes.
Week 3: Introduction to Trimming Mug Bodies. This session covers trimming techniques tailored to mugs, with a focus on achieving a balanced form.
Week 4: Handle Making, Application, and Surface Design. Participants will learn the art of making and attaching handles, as well as adding surface designs, including slip decoration.
Week 5: Glazing. The course concludes with a session on glazing techniques, enhancing the look and durability of finished mugs.
Whats Included:
All materials, including clay, tools, and glazes.
Expert guidance from experienced tutors.
Firing of your completed pieces.
By the end of the course, you’ll have a selection of handmade pottery to take home and the basic skills needed to continue your pottery journey.
Suggested Follow up Courses:
Pottery Wheel: 2 Week Practice Block (Lvl 1)
Pottery Wheel: 5 Week Course - Level 1 (Bowls)
Pottery Wheel: 5 Week Course - Level 2 (Vases)
Hand-Building: 5 Week Course - Level 1 (The Basics)
Additional Dates: 03 June 2025
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