Introduction to Wheel Throwing | 8 WEEKS

Designed for complete beginners, this course will introduce you to the skills and techniques required to throw clay on a potter’s wheel. Participants will be guided through various stages of the wheel-throwing process from centering and shaping clay on the wheel, trimming and glazing. Finished pieces will then be fired in JamFactory’s Ceramics Studio ready to be picked up after the course concludes.

All clay, shaping tools and a variety of glazes to select from; students can expect to take home 8-9 finished pieces in a range of cylindrical forms such as cups, bowls, small planters and vessels. Suitable for beginners and participants who are familiar with wheel work but would like to further develop their skills.

Participants will need to bring a towel and apron. All other materials supplied. 
Suitable for participants aged 18+ 
Location: JamFactory Ceramics Studio
Teaching Studio 3, Level 2, 19 Morphett Street, Adelaide
Duration: 8 week course 

Time: Monday 6-8pm 
Date: 21st July - 8th September 2025
Tutor: Bridget Saville

Time: Tuesday 6-8pm 
Date: 22nd July - 9th September 2025
Tutor: Hannah Vorrath-Pajak

Time: Wednesday 6-8pm 
Date: 23rd July - 10th September
Tutor: Bridget Saville

Time: Thursday 6-8pm 
Date: 24th July - 11th September 2025
Tutor: Lauren Murphy

Time: Saturday 10am-12pm
Date: 26th July - 13th September 2025
Tutor: Hannah Vorrath-Pajak

Time: Saturday 1-3pm
Date: 26th July - 13th September 2025
Tutor: Hannah Vorrath-Pajak

Time: Sunday 10am-12pm  
Date: 27th July - 14th September 2025
Tutor: Sophie Horvat

General information on our short course requirements, facilities and refund policy can be found here