Level up! Ready to Move Past the Basics? This Class Is for You.
Who is this class for?
This 5 week wheel course is designed for students who have experience throwing but are looking to build confidence and grow their skills. It's for the students who are somewhere in-between beginner and Level 2 (intermediate) and are looking to:
- refine technique
- make more consistent work
- develop personal style
- troubleshoot problems
If you know the fundamentals but still want more practice with creating consistent forms, improving your throwing and trimming skills, and exploring new techniques, Level Up! is the perfect next step.
UPCOMING FALL CLASSES:
WEDNESDAY EVENINGS with Owen
DATES: Sept 2-Oct 7
TIME: 6-9pm
*Break week: No class on Sept 30
SATURDAY MORNINGS with Hannah
DATES: Oct 3-Nov 7
TIME: 10am-1pm
*Break week: No class on Oct 31
What to Expect:
Week 1: Demo & Throwing
In this Level Up class, your instructor will help you branch out into the world of throwing and will gauge interest and goals from students to personalize instruction.
Week 2: Trimming
Refine your leather-hard pieces and add finishing touches using professional trimming tools.
Week 3: Throwing
Continue throwing on the wheel and try new techniques to advance your skills or focus on consistency.
Week 4: Trimming
Your final wheel class to trim and perfect your forms.
Week Off
Rest those hands! Your work will be dried and bisque-fired by our staff.
Week 5: Glazing
The fun part! Choose from our in-house glazes and experiment with colour and design.
What's Included?
- Clay
- Access to tools and underglaze paints
- Aprons (or bring your own!)
- Guidance from our Instructor
- Bisque and glaze firing (done by Amaranth staff)
- A variety of our Studio's food safe glazes
- Pieces are ready for pickup in approximately 2-3 weeks
Other Information:
-
- Sign up online, over the phone or by visiting the studio. Our online booking system shows available dates and how many spots are open
- A total of 9 spots available
- Day of: Dress for mess! We recommend wearing clothes you can get muddy in.
- Trim your nails and tie back your hair- trust us, you'll thank us later.
- Arrive 5-10 minutes early. We promise we're friendly and there's lots to see in our studio! You may even be welcomed in by our sweet furry greeters- Boo & Frankie.
- Cleanup is a shared activity. Everyone helps clean their workspace :)!
Picking up your Pottery:
- We will email students when the pieces are ready for pick up and post it online, here: 'Are my Pots Ready?'
- Due to limited space in our studio, your pieces will be put up for adoption 1 month after they're ready for pick-up. Contact us if you would like to inquire about shipping.
Want extra practice? Check out our Open Studio options to keep throwing between classes. Students get 50% off Open Studio 10 packs!
Please read our Class Policies below for information on Refunds, Cancellations, and our Studio's Health & Safety measures.If you have questions about this class please do not hesitate to reach out.
Level up! Ready to Move Past the Basics? This Class Is for You.
Who is this class for?
This 5 week wheel course is designed for students who have experience throwing but are looking to build confidence and grow their skills. It's for the students who are somewhere in-between beginner and Level 2 (intermediate) and are looking to:
- refine technique
- make more consistent work
- develop personal style
- troubleshoot problems
If you know the fundamentals but still want more practice with creating consistent forms, improving your throwing and trimming skills, and exploring new techniques, Level Up! is the perfect next step.
UPCOMING FALL CLASSES:
WEDNESDAY EVENINGS with Owen
DATES: Sept 2-Oct 7
TIME: 6-9pm
*Break week: No class on Sept 30
SATURDAY MORNINGS with Hannah
DATES: Oct 3-Nov 7
TIME: 10am-1pm
*Break week: No class on Oct 31
What to Expect:
Week 1: Demo & Throwing
In this Level Up class, your instructor will help you branch out into the world of throwing and will gauge interest and goals from students to personalize instruction.
Week 2: Trimming
Refine your leather-hard pieces and add finishing touches using professional trimming tools.
Week 3: Throwing
Continue throwing on the wheel and try new techniques to advance your skills or focus on consistency.
Week 4: Trimming
Your final wheel class to trim and perfect your forms.
Week Off
Rest those hands! Your work will be dried and bisque-fired by our staff.
Week 5: Glazing
The fun part! Choose from our in-house glazes and experiment with colour and design.
What's Included?
- Clay
- Access to tools and underglaze paints
- Aprons (or bring your own!)
- Guidance from our Instructor
- Bisque and glaze firing (done by Amaranth staff)
- A variety of our Studio's food safe glazes
- Pieces are ready for pickup in approximately 2-3 weeks
Other Information:
-
- Sign up online, over the phone or by visiting the studio. Our online booking system shows available dates and how many spots are open
- A total of 9 spots available
- Day of: Dress for mess! We recommend wearing clothes you can get muddy in.
- Trim your nails and tie back your hair- trust us, you'll thank us later.
- Arrive 5-10 minutes early. We promise we're friendly and there's lots to see in our studio! You may even be welcomed in by our sweet furry greeters- Boo & Frankie.
- Cleanup is a shared activity. Everyone helps clean their workspace :)!
Picking up your Pottery:
- We will email students when the pieces are ready for pick up and post it online, here: 'Are my Pots Ready?'
- Due to limited space in our studio, your pieces will be put up for adoption 1 month after they're ready for pick-up. Contact us if you would like to inquire about shipping.
Want extra practice? Check out our Open Studio options to keep throwing between classes. Students get 50% off Open Studio 10 packs!
Please read our Class Policies below for information on Refunds, Cancellations, and our Studio's Health & Safety measures.If you have questions about this class please do not hesitate to reach out.