Adult Pottery Classes, 4875 W. Washington Blvd., Los Angeles , CA 90016 potWtery classes thousand oaks moorpark westlake

Fun and encouraging atmosphere of our studio makes it a great learning and relaxing experience. Take your mind off your work and chores and make time for yourself creating some holiday or birthday gifts at the same time! Very friendly and helpful fellow potters and instructors!

We feel that people who have ever taken pottery at other places and thought they didn't get what their instructor was showing them, really like our unique way of teaching basic throwing. Ki Cho has developed this method when he first learned wheel throwing. It's our very own way of breaking down the throwing process in ten easy to understand steps. We even have a "cheat sheet" for you to follow (or make a copy and study at home :). Once you memorize and practice the steps in each class, it then becomes your second nature and a very successful way of wheel throwing. On average, every student makes a good bowl in their very first class. Having to understand what the throwing process consists of makes for a lot of happy potters!

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Enrollment is limited in beginning classes to insure individual instruction. Students may register online, in person, or by phone with a credit card. Please read the fine print below. Please e-mail us with any questions.

Please note: no refunds or pro-ratings are given once the session has started. Absolutely no exceptions (doctor notes, vacation plans, etc. are no exceptions). If there is a change in your plans, notify us before the class begins in order to receive credit towards another class. If you miss a class you may make it up in another similar class space permitting during your session.

Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday	Sunday
Beginning Wheel Class / 8 weeks $300 11 am to 1 pm instructor: Carlos Click below to see more dates: 9/9-10/28 11/4-12/23 1/6-2/24		Intermediate Class / 8 weeks $285 11 am to 1 pm instructor:  Ki In July-August class starts at 2:30 pm Wednesday Day Sessions: 5/8-6/26 7/10-8/28 9/4-10/23	Gift certificates available in any amount! Please come in or call with a credit card number!		Studio is open for members only.	Beginning Wheel / 8 weeks $300 1 - 3 pm Instructor: Carlos Click below to see more dates: 3/3-4/28 5/5-6/23 7/7-8/28
	Intrmediate Surface Decorating / Hand-Building Class / 4 weeks $170 7 to 9 pm   instructor: Brenda Click below to see more dates: 4/9-4/30 5/7-5/28 6/4-6/25 7/9-7/30		Beginning Surface Decorating/ Hand-Building Class/ 4 weeks Instructor: Brenda 7 to 9 pm Click below to see more dates: 5/9-5/30 6/6-6/27 7/11-8/1 8/8-8/29		Studio is open for members only.
Beginning Wheel Class / 8 weeks $300 7 to 9 pm instructor: Yuli Click to see more dates: 4/8-5/27 6/3-7/22 8/5-9/30 no class 9/2	Intermediate Wheel Class / 8 weeks $285 7 to 9 pm instructor: Ki Tuesday Night Sessions: 3/5 - 4/23 5/7-6/25 7/2-8/20 9/3-10/22	Beginning Wheel Class/ 4 weeks $170 7 to 9 PM   instructor: Sara Click below to see more dates: 6/5-6/26 7/10-7/31 8/7-8/28 9/4-9/25	Intermediate Wheel Class / 8 weeks $285 7 to 9 pm instructor:  Ki Thursday Night Sessions: 3/7 - 4/25 5/9-6/27 7/11-8/29 9/12-10/31
						Gift certificates available in any amount! Please come in or call with a credit card number!
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Beginning Wheel Class:  $285 + $15 material / firing fee   for 8 weeks   or  $160 + $10 fee for 4 weeks

Learn basic wheel throwing techniques to make your own functional pottery. Make, trim and glaze your work. No experience needed. All supplies and firing included.

Two different lengths of classes. Four week class provides a short and sweet insight into pottery making - we will concentrate on making, trimming and glazing bowls. Good class to take if time is an issue. Eight week class provides more detailed learning of making bowls, as well as making mugs and handles. This course will introduce various approaches to glazing and decorating with englobes.

Intermediate Wheel Class:  $285   8 weeks  (unless stated otherwise)

Students with experience in throwing will learn advanced shaping techniques to make larger and more complex forms, such as vases, bottles, plates, covered containers, and teapots.  This course will also explore methods for altering thrown pots and explain different glazing techniques, such as glaze layering and using oxides.  Students pay $1 per pound for glaze firing and buy their own clay. Please bring funds for clay on your first class.

Hand-Building / Surface Decorating Class     $170    4 weeks         
   
Students will learn main hand-building techniques, such as pinching, coiling, and using slabs. Those with previous hand-building experience are also welcome to participate in this class. Class teaches advanced decorating methods (inlays, slip trailing, underglaze transfers, etc.) . We will make platters, soap dishes, serving trays and decorate them in a variety of ways. Great for those who want to take their skills to a whole new level.  Students pay $1 per pound for glaze firing and buy their own clay. Unlimited practice time! Please bring funds for clay on your first class.

Raku Workshop / Safety Class:  $60

Sorry, members only!
This one time class/safety workshop walks students through the process of glazing pots for raku firing, preparing the kiln for firing and firing itself.  Students, under the instructor's supervision, will take turns opening the kiln and putting the wares into metal bins creating unique raku designs on their pots.  Members will be able to rent the kiln and fire it on their own after this class.  Note: please check with your doctor if you have any health conditions that won't allow you to be around smoke and fire.  All participants must wear long pants and closed toe shoes.                  

Private Instruction:   please refer to our events page.

Gift Certificates are available in any amount and can be used towards any service or purchase at our studio. Great birthday or holiday gift!