Next Level Wheel: Throwing Larger

Ready to take the next step in your pottery journey? This class is designed for students who have completed one or two wheel-throwing classes and are ready to expand their skills by creating larger and more advanced forms.

In this 6-week course, students will focus on centering larger amounts of clay, throwing taller cylinders, connecting and stacking forms, and incorporating handbuilt elements to enhance their work. Students should be comfortable independently throwing a 5-inch cylinder before enrolling.

To help students refine their technique and track their progress, pieces will often be cut in half to examine wall thickness, structure, and form. This class emphasizes skill development, problem-solving, and technique refinement rather than production quantity.

Includes: 2 bags of clay (50 lbs total)

Skills You May Learn

Throwing taller, more consistent cylinders
Creating closed forms and larger vessels
Connecting and stacking multiple thrown pieces
Combining wheel-thrown and handbuilt components
Improving wall thickness and form consistency
Troubleshooting common challenges when throwing larger
Developing strategies for planning and constructing complex forms

Skills Required

Students should be able to:

Wedge clay independently
Center and pull a basic cylinder without assistance
Throw a cylinder approximately 5 inches tall
Trim and finish wheel-thrown forms
Work comfortably on the pottery wheel for an extended period

This Class Is Best For

Students who have completed at least 3 beginner wheel classes or intermediate students
Potters looking to move beyond cups and bowls into larger forms
Students interested in improving technique and consistency
Anyone wanting to learn how to throw larger amounts of clay with confidence
Potters who enjoy experimenting with altered, assembled, and more sculptural forms

Please Note: This class is focused on skill-building and technique development. Students may create fewer finished pieces than in a beginner class as we prioritize practice, experimentation, and learning.

What to bring:
A towel, and clothes you don’t mind getting messy — or an apron.

Includes:

50 lbs of clay
6 weeks Studio Access
2 weeks after class ends to finish all work
Weekly Open Studio time outside of class to practice and explore

Students will meet for 2.5 hrs, 7pm- 9:30pm, once a week for six weeks. You will be able to progress at your own speed and instruction will be catered to your particular skill level.

The class must have 6 people to run.

Be sure to wear old clothes or bring a apron and towel. Basic beginner pottery tools can be purchased here for $15. If you have any questions about the class, please email Delores at infodelorespottery@gmail.com

Students must be 18 years or older. Some exceptions can be made. Contact Delores with requests before registering your child.

We do not offer personal make up days since all of our classes are full.Typically instructors repeat lessons so if you miss one week you'll have the demo next time. We also offer open studio, access to the studio on the weekends and some weekday options for students to come in and practice.

Next Level Wheel - Throwing Larger!