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Town Of Herndon - Pottery

Pottery
Pottery
Curious about pottery and turning a mound of clay into a beautiful bowl, then sign up and try our Beginning-Intermediate Wheel Throwing class. For those of you with some previous pottery skills there is an Intermediate Wheel class to help you develop more advanced techniques in throwing, glazing, and repeating forms. Our pottery lab has an onsite firing kiln, glazing station, and electric wheels.

Beginning Wheel Age 16 & up
Beginners will learn the basic techniques of throwing on the wheel to include: wedging, centering, pulling, trimming, use of tools and glazing techniques. Begin this wonderful craft with good habits and positive feedback in every class. Although designed for the beginner, all skill levels are welcome. Students should bring a towel to class. Use of tools and 25 lbs. of clay included; additional clay may be purchased.

8, 2.5 hour sessions TOH $141/NR $188
September 20-November 15 (No class 10/11)
2141.001 M 6:30-9pm

Beginning II Wheel Age 16 & up
For students with some previous wheel experience. This class will focus on perfecting throwing skills, using larger amounts of clay to create both decorative and composition forms, such as vases, bottles, teapots, casseroles and covered jars. Students should bring a towel to class. Use of tools and 25 lbs. of clay included; additional clay may be purchased.

8, 2.5 hour sessions TOH $141/NR $188
September 22-November 10
2141.002 W 6:30-9pm

Pottery Lab
Pottery Lab is available to students enrolled in our pottery classes. Learning to use the potter’s wheel takes patience, focus and practice – this is a great opportunity to work on your own with someone here to help you as needed. Purchase clay for an additional fee. Pay weekly or purchase a pass for the semester.

$8 each night or $45 for pass
September 24-November 12
2141.003 F 6-9pm

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