In Focus: Repetition Throwing

£220 per person · 2 days · 9 hours total
For intermediate throwers · limited spaces available

This focused two-day course is designed for potters with some throwing experience who want to improve accuracy, consistency, and control through repetition. You'll work on throwing the same form multiple times, using measurements and intentional planning to refine your process and results.

With a small group and a clear technical focus, this course is ideal if you want to tighten your throwing, improve evenness, and develop confidence producing repeatable forms.

You'll leave with a deeper understanding of precision throwing — and a cohesive set of finished pots.

Requirements

  • Able to centre clay up to 500g

  • Some previous throwing experience

What's Included

  • Focused studio days split across 2 days (4.5 hours per day)

  • Demonstrations and guided instruction

  • Individual feedback and support

  • Keep up to 4 finished pots

What You'll Learn

  • Accurate clay preparation

  • Planning shapes and forms before throwing

  • Throwing to measurements and dimensions

  • Pulling consistent, even walls

  • Trimming with intention and accuracy

  • Adding handles or simple decorative elements

Course Structure

Day 1: Throwing for Repetition & Accuracy
Day 2: Trimming, Finishing & Additions

Pottery workshop for one | Intro to wheel throwing - £80.00

1.5 Hours | 1:1 Experience

1:1 Wheel Throwing Session

1.5 Hours | Personalised, hands-on experience

This one-on-one session is a great way to explore clay for the first time — or to build on skills you’ve already started to develop. Whether you're a complete beginner or just looking for a bit more confidence at the wheel, this session is all about learning at your own pace.

You’ll get 90 minutes of guided, step-by-step tuition, with space to slow down, get messy, and really enjoy the process.

What to Expect

We'll cover the core techniques of wheel throwing, including how to:

  • Prepare and centre your clay on the wheel
  • Open it up and begin shaping a hollow form
  • Pull up the walls to create height and shape
  • Experiment with forms like bowls, bud vases or trinket dishes

At the end of the session, you’ll choose your favourite four pieces to be glazed and fired. They’ll be ready to collect from the studio in around 4–6 weeks — or we can arrange postage if needed.

The Details

  • Held at Clay & Canvas studio in South Oxfordshire
  • All tools, materials, glazing, and firing included
  • Wear clothes you don’t mind getting messy
  • Keep nails short and hair tied back if possible

Pottery is all about the experience — there’s no pressure to create perfect pieces. This is your time to slow down, explore something new, and enjoy working with your hands in a calm, welcoming space.

Got a question or ready to book? Email me at hello@clayandcanvas.co.uk or click the button below to find out more.

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