Pottery

Under the guidance of instructor Ada Ramos Swallow, you will explore the timeless medium of clay to shape unique and beautiful pottery by hand and on the throwing wheel. Whether you are a beginner or looking to refine your skills, this class offers a hands-on opportunity to connect with the roots of the pottery tradition.

Class Details & Cost

Oct. 23 - Dec. 18 | Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 to 9 p.m. | Lindsey-Petris Building, room 106, Hamlet Campus | Tuition for this class is $125; fees are $55.

Students must provide their own Kemper Pottery Tool Kit or equivalent.

What is Wheel Throwing?

Wheel throwing is the process of shaping clay on a potter's wheel to create items like mugs, bowls, and plates. The potter forms wet clay on the spinning wheel, then allows it to partially dry to a leather-hard stage before trimming and finishing. The wheel can also be used to add decorative elements through carving or applying slip and underglaze.

Course Topics

Pinching technique

Coiling technique

Slab-rolling technique

Practical skills to craft functional pottery pieces

Wheel throwing techniques to create functional pieces like mugs, bowls, and plates

Decorative techniques to enhance your creations
For More Information

Call (910) 410-1700.