Wheel Throwing: Beyond the Basics

Ready to take your wheel throwing skills to the next level?
Wheel Throwing: Beyond the Basics is designed for students who already have some experience on the pottery wheel and want to build confidence, improve technique, and create more refined forms. Hosted at our pottery studio in Overland Park and serving the Kansas City metro area, this class focuses on skill development in a relaxed, supportive environment.

Whether you’ve taken a beginner wheel class or have prior experience with clay, this course helps you move beyond the basics and grow as a potter.

Class Details

• Length: 6 weeks
• What’s Included: studio time, a 25 lb bag of clay, a firing allotment for this clay, and access to all necessary studio tools and glazes
• Cost: $290
• Location: House of Clay – Downtown Overland Park

What you will learn

• Improving centering and control on the wheel
• Throwing taller and more complex forms
• Refining shape, symmetry, and consistency
• Trimming techniques and foot design
• Working more efficiently with clay
• Preparing pieces for glazing and firing

Who this class is for

• Students who have taken a beginner wheel throwing class
• Potters who can already center clay independently
• Anyone looking to improve technique and confidence
• Hobbyists ready to move beyond basic forms
• Students in the Kansas City area looking for intermediate pottery classes

What to Bring:

• Wear old clothes: Pottery can get messy!
• Old towel
• Closed-toe shoes: For safety in the studio.
• A positive attitude: Be ready to learn and have fun!

Included in the course fee: studio time, a 25 lb bag of clay, a firing allotment for this clay, and access to all necessary studio tools and glazes.