Next Step Wheel! (Nov/Dec)
Intermediate | 5Week Class | West Oakland | Enrollment opens 10/5 at 11AM!
Service Description
Next Steps! Sundays 3pm - 5:30pm Instructor: Phoebe Melanson (Intermediate) 5 weeks of wheel throwing designed for those individuals who are already acclimated with wheel throwing, but want to further their skills and take it to the next level. - 25 lbs of clay - 5-weeks of 2.5 hours of instruction - Unlimited use of the studio during open studio hours - Firing fees - Glazes Curriculum: Week 1 — Collaring & Compression Refine centering and pulling techniques Collar clay inward to create narrower openings Practice creating taller, more controlled forms Week 2 — Bellying Out Push forms outward from the inside Explore curves, shoulders, and transitions Learn to maintain control as forms become wider Week 3 — Large Low & Wide Forms Throw larger amounts of clay Explore low, wide bowls and platters Focus on even walls, weight distribution, and stability Week 4 — Jars & Closed Forms Combine collaring and bellying techniques Throw jars and forms with narrower openings Explore shaping, trimming, and finishing larger forms Week 5 — Glazing Techniques Explore different glazing methods and application techniques Layering, dipping, pouring, and brushing Consider glaze thickness and how it interacts with form Finish and prepare pieces for firing
Upcoming Sessions
Cancellation Policy
Fees & class schedule: Class fees cover instructed class time (as listed in specific class schedule), use of tools and equipment, open studio hours, studio glazes and firing up to 25 lbs of clay. Additional work may be fired for a fee. Pottery class fees include 25 lbs of clay Classes are subject to change if minimum student quota isn't met (7 students). Class switches will only be available 1 week prior to the commencement of classes and based on the capacity of classes at time of request. Attendance: It is mandatory for all students who are new to the studio attend the first week of classes. No “make-up” classes are given but you're more than welcome to drop-in on another session if there is an opening or absence. For Adult classes, Kids must be 14-years old or older Personal belongings: Any items left behind 30-days after last class may be discarded without notice. Refund policy: Class fees are non-refundable and non-transferable. Refund or Credit (minus $20 processing fee) if a request for refund is received TWO WEEKS and only two weeks before the start of a class. Credit (no refund) with less the 48 hour notice ONLY if your spot can be filled. No refunds or credits after attending 1st class. Classes missed due to failure to attend, planned absences, minor illnesses or vacations will not be credited for future classes. One-Time class registrations such as Drop-In Clay or Friday Night Clay are considered final ONE WEEK before start of class. Open studio hours for students: Monday- Friday: 10AM-6PM Saturday: 10AM-7PM Sunday 10AM-7:30PM (Hours subjected to change upon five days' notice)
Contact Details
1733 Peralta St, Oakland, CA 94607, USA
WestOakland@clayroomsf.com