Introduction to Wheel Throwing | 6 WEEKS
Suitable for complete beginners, this 6-week course will introduce participants to the hands-on processes involved in preparing, throwing and shaping clay on a potter's wheel as well as the fundamental principles and practices associated with working with clay as a material (preparing clay for use through wedging, monitoring clay consistency, drying and firing processes).
Over the first five weeks, participants will be guided through various stages of the wheel-throwing process to create and refine their own ceramic pieces to take home - centering clay on the wheel, shaping techniques for achieving various forms and proportions, and trimming pieces to refine their shape - before glazing bisque-fired pieces in the final week in preparation for their final firing. Finished pieces will then be fired in JamFactory’s Ceramics Studio ready to collected after the course concludes.
All clay, shaping tools and a variety of glazes to select from are provided; 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 returning 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: 6 weeks x 2.5 hours
Time: Tuesday 6-8.30pm
Date: 10th February - 17th March 2026
Tutor: Sophie Horvat
Time: Wednesday 1.30-4pm
Date: 11th February - 18th March 2026
Tutor: Holly Phillipson
Time: Wednesday 6-8.30pm
Date: 11th February - 18th March 2026
Tutor: Bridget Saville
Time: Thursday 6-8.30pm
Date: 12th February - 19th March 2026
Tutor: Lauren Murphy
Time: Saturday 10am-12.30pm
Date: 14th February - 21st March 2026
Tutor: Hannah Vorrath-Pajak
Time: Sunday 10am-12.30pm
Date: 15th February - 22nd March 2026
Tutor: Hannah Vorrath-Pajak
General information on our short course requirements, facilities and refund policy can be found here