1-Week Intensive Development Course

Perfect for intermediate/developing throwers | small class size | 25 hours of teaching | £750 per person

This 5-day throwing development intensive is designed for potters with some wheel-throwing experience who want to dedicate focused time to refining their skills, tackling more complex forms, and developing greater confidence and independence at the wheel.

Working in a small group over five immersive days, you'll explore larger amounts of clay, taller and more refined forms, closed and split-rim forms, lidded vessels, advanced trimming techniques, and surface decoration. Through demonstrations, guided exercises, and plenty of making time, you'll build technical confidence while developing a deeper understanding of form, process, and finishing.

As the week progresses, the focus shifts from technical skill-building to developing your own work, with opportunities for individual feedback, discussion, and some self-directed making. The final day explores how to move forward independently, helping you identify areas for continued development and establish a more intentional approach to your practice.

This intensive is ideal for potters who are comfortable centring and throwing basic forms and are ready to challenge themselves, improve consistency, and expand their throwing vocabulary in a focused and supportive studio environment.

Upcoming Dates

Mon 21st Sep - Fri 25th Sep  [10am-3pm]

What You'll Cover

Day 1 – Control, Height & Refinement
Build confidence throwing larger amounts of clay, creating taller forms, and refining shape and wall thickness.

Day 2 – Closed & Split-Rim Forms
Explore more complex forms, including closed shapes, split-rim pieces, and techniques for improving consistency.

Day 3 – Lidded Vessels
Learn two different approaches to making lidded forms, including gallery lids and inset lids

Day 4 – Advanced Trimming
Develop professional finishing techniques for larger forms, enclosed pieces, lids, and more complex shapes.

Day 5 – Design & Independent Practice
Explore surface decoration, receive individual feedback, and develop a more personal and self-directed approach to making.

Skill Requirements

- Able to centre clay up to 600g

- Able to pull walls independently 

What's Included

- Focused studio days split across 5 consecutive days [5 hours per day]

- All clay, tools & firing included

- Small class sizes [maximum 6 people]

- Individual feedback and support

- Development workbook / resources

- Keep up to 8 finished pots [option to keep additional pots at a cost of £5 per pot]

Cancellation Policy

• Cancellations made more than 30 days before your course will receive a full refund.
• Cancellations made within 30 days of your course will be eligible for a 50% refund.