Learn exciting technique throwing on the potter’s wheel. This 2.5 hour class is ideal for beginners and you will learn how wedge the clay, centre, pull up the walls and shape your piece.

 One wheel per student

Small classes (up to 8 students)

Price includes clay, glazing and firing for up to three pieces for you to take home

Please note that class sizes are very small so we can only offer refunds or date transfers 21 days before the start of the class. If you can’t make it you can give your place to a friend or a family member.

Throwing Taster Class

Eileen Daly

Very fun and learned alot. Instructor very patient with absolute beginner.

Nathan Stephenson

The sunday evening pottery session I attended with my partner was fantastic. We got a brilliant introduction to the craft and were told about the inner workings of the clay and processes around it. Our mentor was excellent with everyone and made sure we all had his time so that we could all come away with a product of our own at the end of the session. I can’t wait to go back and collect the pieces!

Aristotelis Goudelis

Great class and even greater teacher. Ben was really helpful... Looking forward to a second class 

Learn exciting technique throwing on the potter’s wheel. This 2.5 hour class is ideal for beginners and you will learn how wedge the clay, centre, pull up th...

This is a 6 week course in which you will learn the following:

Hand-building

Throwing on a wheel

Turning a pot

Surface decoration and glazing techniques

How to prepare and reclaim clay

Differences between earthenware and stoneware firing

**What is provided?
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Material and glazes are provided throughout the course. Clay is charged at £3 per kg.

**What should I bring?
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Please bring an apron, a towel, a pen and a notepad. We do have a selection of tools but you may wish to bring your own.

**How many wheels are there?
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We have 8 wheels available. Please note that students will need to share the wheels if everyone wants to use them.

**What is the size of the class?**

This class caters for 13 students.



This is a 6 week course in which you will learn the following:

Hand-building

Throwing on a wheel

Turning a pot

Surface decoration and glazing techniques
...

Pottery 6-week course

This is a 6-week throwing course for those looking to get familiar with the wheel, or develop their throwing skills further. Students will learn:

The cycle of clay from start to finish and  information about types of clay and firings

How to centre the clay and form a pot on the potter's wheel.
- we will begin by focusing on developing strong key throwing skills - centring, lifting, shaping (cylinders and bowls) and finishing on the wheel. 
- an experienced and skilled tutor will expand by teaching more complex shapes and with bigger weights of clay dependant on each student's ability.
- turning (trimming) a pot - this is the method of finishing and finessing thrown work once leather hard (partly dried) by returning it to the wheel and removing excess clay using a metal tool.  

Pulling handles to give your pots extra functionality and style.

Creating your own makers mark to stamp your pots with.

Surface decoration - carving and slip decoration techniques

How to glaze your pots to achieve the best finish with our wide selection of unique, in-house studio glazes.

**What is provided?**

Materials, glazes and tools are provided throughout the course. 
Each student will have their own wheel to work on for the entire course. 
Clay is charged at £3 per kg (pots are only weighed once finished and ready for firing, clay for throwing practice is unlimited.)

**What should I bring?**

Please bring an apron or an old shirt, a towel, a pen and a notepad. 
We have a wide selection of tools available but you may wish to bring your own if you have them.

Please tie back long hair, be ready to remove rings, bracelets and watches, and cut fingernails short.

**Is this course suitable for beginners?**

Yes, this course caters to all levels.

This is a 6-week throwing course for those looking to get familiar with the wheel, or develop their throwing skills further. Students will learn:

The cycle ...

Throwing 6-week course

We are thrilled to welcome Rosa Bortolozzo to Urban Potters Classes to host our 5 hour porcelain throwing and turning workshop. 

If you have ever wanted to learn to throw with porcelain, but have been put off by its reputation, now is your chance! Tackle this challenge and experience the joys of working with porcelain. 

Rosa is an Italian potter based in London at North Street Potters. Graduating from Camberwell College of Arts, she has been  honing her craft for twenty years. Rosa throws vessels of different sizes and forms, in large batches, then experiments with a range of oxides on vitrified porcelain. Her works are notable for their diversity in form and bright colours. 

Through demonstrations and one-on-one support, you will learn about the clay’s unique qualities, on top of learning how to prepare, throw and trim your vessels successfully. Rosa will be running this workshop over two Fridays in 2.5 hour sessions. 

- Day one: Learn about the properties of porcelain and how to prepare the clay by wedging. Learn to throw porcelain vessels that are prepared for turning.

- Day Two: Learn to turn your porcelain vessels. On this day, you will lean how to achieve translucency in your finished work through trimming, getting the very best out of your clay. 

Clay not included in the price, you will be able to purchase the porcelain in the studio, minimum of half a bag (6kg) for £12.

After creating your pottery, we will glaze and fire your pots, making them functional pieces of art you can take home. If you choose, you may collect your items unglazed.

We are thrilled to welcome Rosa Bortolozzo to Urban Potters Classes to host our 5 hour porcelain throwing and turning workshop. 

If you have ever wanted to ...

Porcelain 2-day workshop

Group event


Price includes clay, glazing and firing for up to three pieces for you to take home.


Group event

Experienced pottery students can come to our drop-in session for 3 hours, with the option to extend your studio time on an hourly basis if needed. Drop in sessions will take place at the member's studio (Unit E, 4 Scena Way). Each session includes:

Use of the studio (untutored)

House glazes and stoneware firing included

Clay is £4 per kilo, weighed when added to the bisque shelf

We have a selection of tools that can be borrowed

Top up hours £12/hour

Slots available Monday to Saturday during opening times

Please allow 20 minutes to tidy up at the end of your session


Experienced pottery students can come to our drop-in session for 3 hours, with the option to extend your studio time on an hourly basis if needed.

Drop In Sessions

Question 1

Will you be using a wheel?

Corporate event


Price includes clay, glazing and firing for up to three pieces for you to take home.


Corporate Event

Price includes clay, glazing and firing for up to three pieces for you to take home.

2-3 people Private Class

This is an 11 week course in which you will learn the following:
- Hand-building
- Throwing on a wheel
- Turning a pot
- Surface decoration and glazing techniques
- How to prepare and reclaim clay
- Differences between earthenware and stoneware firing

**What is provided?**
Material and glazes are provided throughout the course. Clay is charged at £3 per kg.

**What should I bring?**
Please bring an apron, a towel, a pen and a notepad. We do have a selection of tools but you may wish to bring your own.

**How many wheels are there?**
We have 8 wheels available. Please note that students will need to share the wheels if everyone wants to use them.

**What is the size of the class?**
This class caters for 12 students.

This is an 11 week course in which you will learn the following:

Hand-building

Throwing on a wheel

Turning a pot

Surface decoration and glazing technique...

11 week pottery course

Join us for a fun evening of pottery, free from judgement and suited for all abilities. 

In this 2.5 hour workshop, expert tutors will guide you through the process of creating pottery with two different techniques. You will learn how to centre the clay, pull up the walls and shape your piece on the potter’s wheel, as well as how to create a vessel using only your hands.

**What is provided? **

Price includes clay, glazing and firing for two pieces for you to take home.


**What should I bring?**
 Just bring your fabulous self! Materials and aprons are provided. We do recommend trimming your nails before attending the class.

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