{"product_id":"spring-2026-beginner-wheel-y-tall","title":"Spring 2026 Beginner+ Wheel-y Tall","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"522\" data-start=\"375\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"390\" data-start=\"375\"\u003eInstructor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Trish King\u003cbr data-end=\"418\" data-start=\"415\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"431\" data-start=\"418\"\u003eDuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6 Weeks | 2.5 Hours per Week                                                                  \u003cstrong\u003eIntended Level: \u003c\/strong\u003eBeginner+ \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e(we recommend a minimum one Wheel for Beginners classes or equivalent)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"621\" data-start=\"524\"\u003eThe taller they are, the harder they… collapse (until you learn how to keep them standing).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"621\" data-start=\"524\"\u003eThis 6-week course is designed for potters with a little wheel experience who are eager to throw taller, more confident forms. You’ll focus on mastering the foundation of vertical growth: steady hands, even walls, and the courage to cut through your work (a lot).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1202\" data-start=\"943\"\u003eWe’ll start with cylinders — the backbone of all great pots — then move into collaring necks and shaping elegant bottle forms. Once you’ve conquered height, you’ll learn how to trim and refine those tippy masterpieces using chucks and other custom supports.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1499\" data-start=\"1204\"\u003eThe final class will focus on glazing techniques that complement tall forms and bring balance to their proportions. Expect to experiment, rebuild, and laugh a little along the way — you’ll likely make (and break) a lot, but walk away with a few proud, towering pieces that prove your progress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1524\" data-start=\"1501\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1522\" data-start=\"1505\"\u003eYou’ll Learn:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1763\" data-start=\"1525\"\u003eTechniques for pulling even, taller walls with control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1763\" data-start=\"1525\"\u003eHow to collar necks and shape bottles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1763\" data-start=\"1525\"\u003eStrategies for trimming tall or narrow pieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1763\" data-start=\"1525\"\u003eChuck-making basics for stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1763\" data-start=\"1525\"\u003eSimple glazing techniques for elongated forms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood to Know \u003c\/strong\u003e    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eYou can expect to make 3-6 pieces in this class. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eOur classes are intended for adults and youth aged 15+.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll materials and tools are provided.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDress for mess or please bring your own apron.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eCleanup is included in class time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\" href=\"https:\/\/loamclaystudio.ca\/pages\/refund-policy\"\u003eView our refund policy here\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"LOAM Clay Studio","offers":[{"title":"Wed, Apr 22, 29 \u0026 May 6, 13, 20, 27, 2026 from 6:30 - 9 PM (Trish)","offer_id":46570571989148,"sku":null,"price":445.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1207\/8294\/files\/4.png?v=1774988713","url":"https:\/\/loamclaystudio.ca\/products\/spring-2026-beginner-wheel-y-tall","provider":"LOAM Clay Studio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}