One-Day Pottery Wheel Throwing Class

£155.00
Date:

Saturdays, 10.00 AM - 3.00 PM

Experience: Beginners

Looking for the perfect creative space or a hands-on introduction to pottery? Our One Day Pottery Wheel Throwing Class in West Hampstead is ideal for beginners who want to explore wheel-throwing in a supportive and inspiring environment. Set in our beautiful Victorian warehouse studio, this class promises not only skill-building but also a joyful and enriching experience with clay.

What You’ll Learn

This immersive session runs on Saturday from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM and is designed specifically for beginners. Whether you’re looking to try something new, improve your technique, or start your pottery journey, this class is a perfect first step.

During this one-day class, you will:

  • Learn the foundational pottery wheel techniques.

  • Practice shaping and centering clay on the wheel.

  • Begin creating simple yet satisfying forms such as cups, mugs, and bowls.

  • Enjoy individual access to your own pottery wheel for the entire session.

  • Benefit from the guidance of our expect tutor, Cosmin Ciofirdel, a ceramicist with over a decade of teaching experience.

This class can be taken on its own or as part of a longer learning journey, with further courses for those wishing to continue.

What’s Included in the Class Fee?

£155.00 for a full-day immersive experience
Use of studio-grade materials and tools
Personal wheel for each participant
Aprons to keep you clean while you create
Bisque firing of your favourite piece

Please note: Glazing and final firing are not included in this class, but can be added at an additional cost or explored in our follow-up glazing sessions.

Why Choose Us?

At Ceramics Sculpture Studio, we stand apart in the vibrant North London ceramics scene. Here’s what makes us a preferred choice for pottery throwing classes in London:

  • Rated 5 Stars on Google for our expert instruction and warm, welcoming studio

  • Unique location in a beautifully restored Victorian warehouse in West Hampstead

  • Experienced instruction from an established studio with over 10 years in business

  • Small group sizes (maximum 8 people) for personalised attention

  • Focus on artistry, not just activity - learn real skills, build confidence, and express creativity

Ready to Get Your Hands Dirty?

Spaces fill up fast - especially on Saturdays - so we highly recommend booking in advance. If you are looking for interactive indoor activities in West London that are as educational as they are fun, book a session with us!

Experience one of the most wholesome things to do in London - and create something you’ll be proud of. Whether you’re gifting an experience or treating yourself, this class is a wonderful way to connect with clay and creativity.

Before booking, kindly read our Terms and Conditions.

Saturdays, 10.00 AM - 3.00 PM

Experience: Beginners

Looking for the perfect creative space or a hands-on introduction to pottery? Our One Day Pottery Wheel Throwing Class in West Hampstead is ideal for beginners who want to explore wheel-throwing in a supportive and inspiring environment. Set in our beautiful Victorian warehouse studio, this class promises not only skill-building but also a joyful and enriching experience with clay.

What You’ll Learn

This immersive session runs on Saturday from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM and is designed specifically for beginners. Whether you’re looking to try something new, improve your technique, or start your pottery journey, this class is a perfect first step.

During this one-day class, you will:

  • Learn the foundational pottery wheel techniques.

  • Practice shaping and centering clay on the wheel.

  • Begin creating simple yet satisfying forms such as cups, mugs, and bowls.

  • Enjoy individual access to your own pottery wheel for the entire session.

  • Benefit from the guidance of our expect tutor, Cosmin Ciofirdel, a ceramicist with over a decade of teaching experience.

This class can be taken on its own or as part of a longer learning journey, with further courses for those wishing to continue.

What’s Included in the Class Fee?

£155.00 for a full-day immersive experience
Use of studio-grade materials and tools
Personal wheel for each participant
Aprons to keep you clean while you create
Bisque firing of your favourite piece

Please note: Glazing and final firing are not included in this class, but can be added at an additional cost or explored in our follow-up glazing sessions.

Why Choose Us?

At Ceramics Sculpture Studio, we stand apart in the vibrant North London ceramics scene. Here’s what makes us a preferred choice for pottery throwing classes in London:

  • Rated 5 Stars on Google for our expert instruction and warm, welcoming studio

  • Unique location in a beautifully restored Victorian warehouse in West Hampstead

  • Experienced instruction from an established studio with over 10 years in business

  • Small group sizes (maximum 8 people) for personalised attention

  • Focus on artistry, not just activity - learn real skills, build confidence, and express creativity

Ready to Get Your Hands Dirty?

Spaces fill up fast - especially on Saturdays - so we highly recommend booking in advance. If you are looking for interactive indoor activities in West London that are as educational as they are fun, book a session with us!

Experience one of the most wholesome things to do in London - and create something you’ll be proud of. Whether you’re gifting an experience or treating yourself, this class is a wonderful way to connect with clay and creativity.

Before booking, kindly read our Terms and Conditions.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

  • The One Day Pottery Wheel Throwing Class is small so your tutor is able to offer you full support and access to the studio facilities. We recommend classes to be booked in advance; each class is run in a group of maximum 8 people.

  • You will be introduced and thought step-by-step by your tutor the fundamental technique of throwing. Many hours of practice and lots of patience are required to improve and master your skills. Persistence is the key to success. You will have plenty of time to create and explore.

  • You are going to use a plastic, smooth Pale Buff stoneware clay. This clay body recipe is a blend of selected low iron clays providing an ideal background for a decorative approach to stoneware ceramics. Silica sand makes it excellent for throwing on the pottery wheel too. This clay firing range is 1120°C - 1280°C.

  • You will work with clay so it will get messy; please wear clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty. We also advise you to tie your hair back and cut your nails short. Please do not wear jewellery like rings, bracelets or watches during this class as the clay may get into bits where it cannot be easily removed or they may get scratched.

  • This class is all about learning, practising and improving your throwing technique. You will be able to make a considerable amount of work that will go into a bisque firing after they are completely dry. Please note that we are not taking any responsibility for the pots that crack or explode in the firing process. Kindly note that the glaze session is not included in this class, however, you can book this separately at the cost of £35 for up to 5 pots. For a glaze session availability please ask your tutor at the class.

  • Please note that it may take up to 3 - 4 weeks until you can actually collect your artwork. When your artwork will be ready for collection you will be notified by email. Kindly note we will only keep hold of your artwork made at the studio for 14 days after artwork collection email confirmation. You must claim and collect your artwork within this time frame, otherwise, it will be donated to our local charity.

  • If you are looking to practice, learn and refine your pottery throwing techniques we suggest you sign up for our five or six weeks beginners to intermediate pottery class.