Wheel Throwing for Beginners: Master Techniques to Craft Functional Pottery

Introduction to Wheel Throwing

“Thank you so much for taking my Domestika course. I hope that you have gained a greater understanding of the materials and the various wheel techniques that we covered during the course. Pottery can be an amazing way to express yourself, test your patience, and create beautiful functional artwork. Let me show you an example of how I would like to see your process: The Pot Choose a type of pot that you like to make. it could be a teapot, a berry bowl, a watering can, a bucket, etc. Sketch the Idea! Quickly sketch your form and analyze the proportions of your pot. Think about the diameter of the rim compared to that of the foot, height compared to width, etc.

The Clay Weight out a few balls of clay around the size you think you may need to complete your project. Throw the Pot Throw your pot (and its various components if needed) at least twice and compare your thrown pot to the one you drew. Trim Trim your pot to further refine the shape. Fire and Glaze the Piece Bisque fire the piece. Then, glaze the piece. Lastly, glaze-fire it. The Pieces Sand the bottom of your piece and photograph it, upload it to the forum to share with others. Stay curious and open to learning. Join pottery communities, attend workshops, and never stop seeking inspiration. The beauty of pottery lies in its endless possibilities. Whether you’re creating something for your home, a gift for a loved one, or simply for the joy of making, every creation is unique and meaningful. Your hands are your greatest tools – trust them, and let them guide you in this incredible art form! I will be giving you some feedback on the forum as soon as I can. In the meanwhile use the forum to exchange some tips and trick with your fellows! See you soon. ”

Partial transcription of the video

“ Thank you so much for taking my Domestika course. I hope that you've gained a greater understanding of the materials and the various wheel throwing techniques that we covered during the lessons. Pottery can be an amazing way to express yourself. Test your patience. and create beautiful functional artwork. My biggest advice for any aspiring potter is to keep practicing. The more pots you make, the more comfortable you'll be at the wheel. I encourage you to continue to mimic the work of those who inspire you. Because when you have a clear goal in mind, it's easier to assess your progress. H...”

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Course summary for: Wheel Throwing for Beginners: Master Techniques to Craft Functional Pottery

• Level: Beginner
• 141 students
• 7 units
• 22 lessons (4h 44m)
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