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
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Note: Projects created on the wheel will depend upon individual skill level.
Long finger nails may effect quality of project.
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Checkout upcoming Workshops & Classes here.
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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
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Note: Projects created on the wheel will depend upon individual skill level.
Long finger nails may effect quality of project.
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Contact studio today 630-273-2119 about scheduling your class.
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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+
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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)
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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.
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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
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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.
CHECK OUT SOME WHEEL-THROWN ART!
