Wheel Wednesday GIVE IT A WHIRL — A one time wheel experience.

Give It A Whirl — 

Have you been curious about the pottery wheel… or maybe it’s been sitting quietly on your bucket list? This single-session class is designed for curious souls ready to try something new and experience the magic (and challenge) of wheel throwing.

In this hands-on class, you’ll be introduced to the basics of working on the wheel—centering clay, opening, and shaping a simple vessel. An instructor will be right there with you, offering support, demonstrations, and plenty of encouragement along the way.

This is an experiential class focused on the process, not perfection. Wheel throwing is a skill that takes time and practice to develop, and the goal of this class is to explore, learn, and enjoy the experience of working with clay. 

Participants who create a piece/s they’d like to keep; have the option to select one for the studio to finish. It will be trimmed and refined reasonably, glazed, fired, and ready for pickup at a later date-generally after two weeks. 

For participants with a natural gift or who join with a bit of experience to build on, additional pieces may be elected to have finished by the studio for a fee of $6 each.

No experience needed—just bring an open mind, a willingness to learn and enjoy something new.

Held in our studio on Morada Way, this class offers a hands-on introduction to wheel throwing, with guidance throughout and space to explore the material for yourself.

Who is it for?

For anyone 18 and over who’s been wanting to try the wheel—whether it’s been on your list for a while or something new you’re stepping into.

No experience needed.

What you’ll do

You’ll be guided through the fundamentals of working on the wheel:

• Centering clay
• Opening and shaping a form
• Getting a feel for the material in motion

You’ll create a few pieces during the session and hopefully choose one to be finished.

What’s included

• 3-hour guided class
• Clay, tools, and materials
• Instructor-led demonstration and support
• Glaze selection for your chosen piece
• Trimming, glazing and kiln firing completed by the studio

Additional pieces made in class may be finished for a small fee.

What to expect

This is a hands-on, process-focused class.

Working on the wheel takes time to develop, so the emphasis here is on experience—not perfection. Some things will work, some won’t, and that’s part of it.

At the end of class, you’ll select one piece to be finished. We’ll take care of glazing and firing for you.

Finished work will be ready for pickup approximately two weeks after your session.

Before you arrive

• Closed-toe shoes are required
• Wear something you don’t mind getting a little messy
• Long hair should be tied back
• Avoid loose or dangling jewelry
• Short nails are recommended
• NOTE
  There is a community restroom on the street; however, not inside the facility
• The studio can be very warm- think 70 degrees
• you may BYOB if you like

Instructor

Lisa Smith

Investment

$115 | Limited Spots

Why Wonder & Wyld

A small, intentional studio built around process, not production.

Even in a single session, the focus is on working with the material—not rushing the outcome.

Refund & Cancellation Policy

• Full refunds are available for cancellations made 72 hours before class.
  (less processing fees)
  

• Artwork must be picked up within 30 days of class completion; unclaimed pieces become property of the studio. No reminders will be sent.