{"product_id":"wheel-throwing-101-foundation-june-weekend-intensive","title":"Wheel Throwing 101: Foundation (June Weekend Intensive)","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe taster was the beginning. This is where you actually learn to throw.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSix hours of instruction spread across two consecutive days, focused on the techniques that underpin almost everything made on the wheel: wedging, centering, opening, and pulling up. The work is repetitive by design. Muscle memory takes time, and there’s no shortcut to it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou’ll spend a significant portion of the course throwing cylinders — not because they’re the most exciting shape, but because a consistent cylinder is what everything else depends on. Towards the end, you’ll cover turning and trimming: how to refine a form, remove excess clay, and add a foot ring.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo or three of your pots will be fired at no extra charge. You’ll also be invited to a glazing session five to six weeks later to finish your work at the studio.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for complete beginners and for anyone who has done a taster and wants a proper foundation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAge: \u003c\/b\u003e13+\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLocation:\u003c\/b\u003e 127 High Street, Henley-in-Arden B955AU\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClass Times: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003eThe course meets for six hours over a single weekend, 12:30-15:30 Saturday 20th June and 9:30-12:30 Sunday 21st June\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat to bring: \u003c\/b\u003eAll tools and aprons are provided.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat to wear: \u003c\/b\u003e Clay is messy, so we encourage casual dress when possible.  The stoneware clay used in this class will brush or wash off of most fabrics relatively easily.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAccessibility: \u003c\/b\u003eWe pride ourselves in being accessible.  We have a ramped entrance for those with limited mobility and a ground floor toilet.  All of our pottery wheels can be operated by hand or foot.  We encourage you to contact us to discuss your specific needs prior to booking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Old Bank Pottery Studio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56689034690884,"sku":null,"price":225.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0967\/5269\/7668\/files\/dreamstime_m_148889322_83c241a7-0ca7-465d-a0fb-fd3492dffb94.jpg?v=1780342578","url":"https:\/\/theoldbankpotterystudio.com\/products\/wheel-throwing-101-foundation-june-weekend-intensive","provider":"The Old Bank Pottery Studio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}