This class will focus on improving throwing technique, wheel wedging clay, throwing off the hump, pulling handles off the pot, tap centering, and the Hungarian claw. Students should be able to center and pull a cylinder without instruction, and Dwayne will meet students where their skills are at. Class will include a demonstration then work time where Dwayne will offer personalized feedback on your projects and technique.

3 objectives

1. Improve throwing skills
2. Learn something new
3. Enjoy the process

Techniques we will cover.

The Hungarian claw.
A technique for both centering & pulling walls in fewer movements. It also helps with collaring vases and bottle forms.

Pulling handles.
Students will learn how to pull handles off of the pot, a very efficient way to make handles for pots which with practice can be quite fun.

Tap centering.
Tap centering helps quite a bit when trimming because it allows you to center quickly and effortlessly and therefore makes trimming much more joyful.

Wheel wedging.
Cone your clay to eliminate air bubbles and align clay particles before throwing your pot. This makes for a smoother ride once you begin pulling your walls.

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Glazes, firing charges and one bag of clay per student are included in the class price. Similar to membership at Cascade, students can enjoy 24/7 access to the studio to work on projects.  Community tools are provided or you may bring your own tools. Students get one 24 x 18 x 16 inch shelf to store projects and materials. Please read our terms of service and code of conduct before purchasing a class. Signing up for a class means you understand and agree to our current terms of service and code of conduct listed on our website.

Please read our terms of service and code of conduct& Refund/Cancellation Policy before purchasing a class. Signing up for a class means you understand and agree to our current terms of service and code of conduct listed on our website. Students must be at least 18 years old please.

All cancelations and refunds are subject to a 5% fee due to card processor fees. Refund requests must be made 2 weeks before the class start date, we cannot offer refunds within two weeks of the class starting.