Pottery Workshops
Level Up Your Throwing Skills
Try pottery for the first time or take your practice to the next level with one-on-one (or two-on-one if you bring a friend) workshops and masterclasses tailored to your needs.
Throwing Workshops for Every Level
Whether you’re new to the wheel or looking to sharpen your technique, my workshops are designed to meet you where you are. Maybe you just want to try throwing for the first time. Maybe you’re ready to finally get centering under control, throw taller forms, or refine the way you shape. Or maybe you want to tackle bigger challenges, like mastering plates.
Each workshop focuses on both the skill and the body awareness behind it, because pottery isn’t just about your hands, it’s about how your whole body works with the clay.
Masterclass Plates
It’s no secret that plates (or any flatware) are one of the most difficult shapes to make on the potter’s wheel. Flattening out a large amount of clay requires different throwing techniques and impeccable body awareness.
In this masterclass, you’ll learn everything about plates. We’ll cover what makes a good plate, the design of plates, what restaurants look for in plates, and what the biggest pitfalls and challenges are in making plates (and how to overcome them). You’ll get to learn about the infamous S-crack, compression, the importance of slow-drying, and using the centrifugal force of the wheel to your advantage.
I will demonstrate the throwing of a contemporary-style plate and let you in on some advanced techniques and secret tips. After that, it's your turn to take a seat behind the wheel. I will offer you hands-on guidance and detailed instructions while you make your own plate.
Who This Is For
This workshop has a skills prerequisite . It’s not suited for beginners. Intermediate throwing experience is required. Attendees are expected to feel comfortable centering and throwing 4 lbs of clay and throwing consistent cylinders without assistance.
Private Session
Want a first taste of the wheel, or help with a specific skill like centering, trimming, or throwing bigger? One-on-one sessions are available on request. Group masterclasses are currently offered through participating studios. Send me an email for more information (info@katpino.com).