Grades 6–8

Wheel Throwing & Pottery Basics

Students sit behind the pottery wheel and learn the core mechanics of centering clay, pulling walls, throwing functional cylinders, and trimming feet. An excellent environment for teaching patience, focus, and resilience through art.

Program details

Audience
Grades 6–8
Duration
6 weeks · 2 hours per session
Materials
Yes — up to 15 lbs of clay, glazes, and firings
Category focus
Technical skill building, identity expression, and introducing specialized tools.
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