8-Week Wheel Throwing: Platters, Plates & Trays!

This intermediate/advanced wheel class is all about going wide and getting intentional. Over eight weeks, students will focus on throwing plates, platters, and serving trays while refining control, consistency, and design. We’ll dig into scale, rim profiles, weight distribution, and strategies for creating strong flat forms that hold up through drying and firing. This class is best for students who already feel comfortable on the wheel and are ready to push their skills further.

Instructor:
Taylor States

What:
8-Week Intermediate/Advanced Wheel Throwing Class

When:
Meets every Thursday from 6:00–8:30 pm, March 26 – May 14

Where:
Erie ClaySpace
1505 State St, 3rd Floor of the PACA Building
Erie, PA 16501

Accessing the Studio:
The PACA building doors are locked. When you arrive, please call (814) 520-5089 and your instructor will buzz you in.

Accessibility:
If you need elevator access (we’re on the third floor), email [email protected] ahead of time and we’ll assist. The elevator is old-fashioned and cannot be called with a button.

Each class begins with a short demo or guided work time and one-on-one instruction. Students will work through the full process from throwing and trimming to glazing. The class fee includes clay, glazes, firings, and access to Open Studio hours. Extra clay is available for purchase.

Ages 16 to adult. Class is limited to 10 students.
Prerequisite: Prior wheel experience required.

Students may use Open Studio during the session on:

• Wednesdays from 6–8 pm
• Saturdays from 12–2 pm

Open Studio is supervised, but instruction is offered during class time only.

PLEASE NOTE: We reserve the right to postpone or cancel classes that do not meet the minimum enrollment of 5 students. If a class is canceled by Erie ClaySpace, you have the option to transfer to another similar class or have your tuition refunded in full.

Refunds are available with proper notice. We are unable to give a refund for this class that is not requested at least 48 hours before the start of the first class. Processing fees may apply.

Refunds are not given for missed classes. Students may use Open Studio time to catch up and practice.

👶 Age Limit?
Ages 16+.

💸 Refunds?
Full refunds are available if requested at least 48 hours before the first class. Processing fees may apply. No refunds for missed classes.

👕 What to Wear?
Comfy clothes you don’t mind getting dirty. Tie back long hair and skip the jewelry.

🎨 Is this beginner-friendly?
Nope — this is an intermediate/advanced class. You should be comfortable centering, pulling walls, and trimming independently.

💔 What if something cracks or warps?
We handle work with care, but ceramics can be unpredictable. Flat forms especially like to keep us humble.

📦 When do I pick up my work?
Finished pieces are typically ready 2–4 weeks after the class ends. Pick-up details will be provided.

📬 Questions?
Email us anytime at [email protected].

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Erie ClaySpace, 1505 State Street, Erie, United States

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