Wheel Works: Beginner Wheel Throwing (Sept/Oct)
Course Information
Wheel Works is a beginner-friendly course offers a supportive introduction to the process of making functional pottery on the wheel and exploring basic glazing techniques. It is suitable for those who have always wanted to try wheel throwing, and people returning to pottery after a long break.
Sundays
Time: 1-4pm
Dates:
Sept: 27
Oct: 4, 11, 18, 25
Nov: 1
OR
Wednesdays
Time: 5:30-8:30pm
Dates:
Sept: 30
Oct:7, 14, 21, 28
Nov: 4
Sessions:
6
Skill Level:
Beginner to Intermediate
Age:
18+
Materials included:
Clay, tools, glazes and firing for up to 8-10 pieces (additional pieces are at the expense of the individual).
What the Course Covers
Over six sessions, participants will work towards developing confidence using the wheel and foundational wheel-throwing skills.
Sessions 1-4 focus areas:
Techniques for placing and centring clay on the wheel
Formation (“pulling”) of basic cylindrical shapes, which may be developed into mugs, cups, bowls, vases, jugs, and lidded forms
Exploring different approaches to wheel work. There is no single “correct” way, so tutors will demonstrate a range of methods
Sessions 5-6 focus areas:
Exploring underglazing and glazing techniques
Decorating and glazing selected pieces
Preparing work for final firing, ready for collection after the course
Facilitator
This course is primarily led by Mark Cole, who trained as a production thrower in the 1970s and has a long-standing interest in both slab-built and wheel-thrown forms, drawing inspiration from traditional East Asian ceramics.
Based in Alice Springs, Mark is an experienced teacher and mentor who has guided over a 100 students over the past two years. His calm, approachable teaching style supports a relaxed and encouraging learning environment.
Please note: while Mark Cole is the primary tutor for this course, alternate tutors may lead some sessions if required.
Minimum Enrolments
This course requires a minimum number of participants to proceed. If the minimum enrolment is not reached, ticket holders will be notified approximately five days before the course commencement date. In the event that the course is cancelled, all ticket purchases will be refunded in full.
FAQs
- Should I still enrol if my availability is uncertain?
We recommend enrolling only if you’re able to attend the majority of sessions, as consistent attendance supports both your learning and the experience of the group.
- What happens if I miss a session?
We understand that work and life commitments can sometimes change. Where possible, we offer a limited number of scheduled make-up sessions for multi-week courses.
Course fees cover the scheduled sessions only and do not include unlimited make-ups.
- How do make-up sessions work?
Facilitators will provide a small set of make-up dates. Attendance at make-up sessions is subject to availability and studio capacity. Custom or private make-up sessions are not offered as part of course fees.
- What if I can’t attend the available make-up dates?
If you’re unable to attend the scheduled make-up sessions, additional catch-ups may be available at an extra cost. Missed sessions that cannot be made up are forfeited.
- Are make-up sessions guaranteed?
No. Make-up sessions are offered where possible and are not guaranteed. Priority is always given to participants enrolled in the scheduled session.
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