Denver Ceramic Studio: Find Your Center
Advanced Wheel Throwing: July 17-Aug 7
Big Pots, Bigger Dreams
Available spots
Service Description
So, you’ve survived the beginner’s wheel class without flinging clay into anyone’s face—congrats! Now it’s time to level up. In this 4-week course, we’ll stretch your skills and your clay budget. Week 1: Perfecting the Pull — Because 6" is Just the Beginning Say goodbye to squatty little mugs and hello to tall, proud cylinders that don’t scream “first day on the wheel.” You’ll stretch your skills (and your clay) to break the 6-inch barrier like a pottery overachiever. Prepare to feel powerful. Week 2: We bust out the 14” bats and dive into the ancient Korean Onggi technique, which is basically the pottery version of a gym workout. You’ll throw a base, add coils, and stack like you're building a tiny, muddy skyscraper. It's part wheel, part hand-building, all "wow, this is harder than it looks." Bonus: your arms are gonna look amazing. Week 3: We wield calipers like pros (or at least like people who sorta know which end is up) and stack cylinders with the precision of a caffeinated architect. It’s all about making sure your pieces actually fit together—because guessing is fun until your vase looks like a leaning tower of clay regrets. Stack 'em high, stack 'em proud, and pray to the kiln gods for stability. Week 4: Glaze Day! Your masterpieces are too big for brushing or dipping, so we’ll pour glazes like fancy pottery bartenders. Warning: Your forearms will get stronger. Your confidence may skyrocket. Your friends will ask if you can make them a vase. (You now can.) Class size is limited to just 6 participants for personalized instruction. All materials are included — just bring your favorite play clothes to get a little messy in!
Upcoming Sessions
Cancellation Policy
Be sure you can attend the 4 classes—rescheduling is not permitted due to the scheduling of instructors. There are no refunds for missed classes. Participants must be 16 or older to register individually or 14 with a parent.
Contact Details
66 South Broadway unit b, Denver, CO, USA
720-994-9132
Shaffer@DenverCeramicStudio.com