Throwing Big
Throw bigger with more control and confidence.
You will learn how to center and move larger amount of clay, build taller and wider pieces, correct uneven or off-center walls, and combine separately thrown sections into forms beyond what a single piece allows. It’s about coordinating your hands and body for the maximum outcome.
Throwing big isn’t just for bigger pots— it builds stronger fundamentals. Students consistently find that the control, pulling strength, and clay awareness they gain from this class improve everything they throw, big or small.
The first three weeks are devoted to throwing, experimenting, and refining your technique. At the end of week three, you’ll select up to three strongest pieces to fire. Then, after a one-week break, you’ll return for a final glaze session to complete your work.
What you’ll learn:
- Centering, opening, and shaping clay from 5 lbs. and above.
- Throwing taller and wider forms
- Correcting uneven and slightly off-center walls
- Throwing and stacking multi-section forms
- Trimming and finishing
- Collaring to form narrow to wide necks
- Hand and body coordination to achieve better control
Duration:
3 weekly 2.5 hr sessions + glaze session 2 weeks later
Experience & Requirements:
Comfortable centering 3–4 lbs of clay and throwing independently. We’ll build from there to 5+ lbs and larger forms.
Age 14 and older
Class Size
14
What’s provided:
- 25lb Bag of Clay, more clay available for purchase
- Use of studio tools
- Full access to open studio during first 3 weeks
- Use of studio glaze
- Student shelf
Instructor:
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Multi-Week Class Cancelation & Refund Policy
To request a cancellation and refund of your multi-week class, email info@throwandbuild.com. 100% of tuition less $25 processing fee when requested no later than 21 days of start of class. 50% of tuition requested less $25 processing feel within 14 days. There will be no refunds within 13 days before class starts. Should a class not fill sufficiently, we may cancel it one week prior to the first class session and provide full refund.
FAQ’S
I missed class, can I reschedule?
No class make up if you miss a class. However you have unlimited access to open studio for the duration of your class. Your instructor will catch you up in the next class after the demo and you can get help during your instructor's "Potter's Hours" where they are the studio tech and they can help you at those times as wll.
During my 6-week course, can I access the studio outside of class time?
Yes, students enrolled in multi-week classes has unlimited access to the open studio.
Can I bring my friends to open studio?
Yes, your friends are welcomed to come to the studio for 1 session for Open studio during the studio's public hours from 10am - 2pm Sat & Sun, they are not permitted to use a wheel or to attend class sessions. If space is available at work tables, they can use the space to play with clay. If the studio is busy, we ask that you defer the workspace station to other studio members.
What should I wear to class?
Wear comfortable clothing that you are okay with getting dirty. We have aprons for your use, but they may limited.
Do I need to bring my own tools?
We have all the tools you need to shape and trim clay and some others you can try and experiment with. You are welcomed to bring other tools you want to use to make your pottery and keep in your space.
How much does additional clay cost?
Prices for a 25lb bag of clay is about $40-$45 a bag of clay.
We use Tacoma Clay arts clay.
