

Wheel Throwing
Wheel Workshops
Wheel workshops are designed for beginners and no clay experience is required. Instructor will demonstrate and guide students through the basics of a starter project.
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Student will be provided enough clay to create 2 pieces.
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Length of Workshop: approx. 1 hour
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Recommended age: 16+
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Cost: $35+tax
Note: Projects created on the wheel will depend upon individual skill level.
Long finger nails may effect quality of project.
Checkout upcoming Workshops & Classes here.
Beginner Wheel Class
If you have tried a Wheel Workshop and are interested in learning more about Wheel Throwing, the next step is to try a class. Instructor will cover more in depth pottery wheel techniques.
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Student will be provided enough clay to create 2 pieces.
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More projects can be tried and if you would like to keep any there will be a $5 fee per piece.
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Length of Class: approx. 2 hours
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Recommended age: 16+
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Cost: $50+tax
Note: Projects created on the wheel will depend upon individual skill level.
Long finger nails may effect quality of project.
Contact studio today 630-273-2119 about scheduling your class.
Pottery Wheel Rental
After completion of our Beginner Wheel Class, students may be eligible for Wheel Rental.
Sign up to use our wheels anytime there is not a scheduled workshop.
Students will have access to our clay tools and will be responsible for wheel clean up.
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$12 per hour Wheel Rental
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$20 for a block of 12 1/2 lbs of clay includes bisque firing
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Glaze firing will range depending on size of piece ($5-$10)
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Recommended ages 16+
Contact studio at 630-273-2119 to schedule your Wheel Rental today!
AGE RANGE
Generally, skill comes with time and practice no matter the age.
• 16+ years with instructor
(Once skilled, Wheel Rental
options may be available)
TIME COMMITMENT
It all depends on your design and inspiration. But many pieces take about an 1.5-2 hours to create, while your more detailed ones can take 3-4+ hours.
Plan on another 1.5-2 hours for glazing during open studio hours.
ESTIMATED COST
Workshops
range from $25 to $75
(Private lessons available upon request).
Materials Fee
All materials included
(Clay & Tools)
Studio Fee applies when returning to glaze
Specialty Glazes • add $2 each
FINISHED PIECE
Drying and Fired to Bisque
Your masterpiece will be fired to bisque and a ready to glaze with in 10-14 days.
Glaze Fired
Your piece will be ready for pick-up within 5 to 7 business days, unless we tell you otherwise at time of creation.
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