{"product_id":"corso-di-tornio-base-ottobre","title":"beginner wheel-throwing course October","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003carticle data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-2\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto py-5 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @[37rem]:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @[72rem]:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:32rem] @[34rem]:[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @[64rem]:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto flex max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 text-base gap-4 md:gap-5 lg:gap-6 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group\/conversation-turn relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-model-slug=\"o3\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-5\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-id=\"fdd0f01d-ff4d-474c-aa07-6be81a9d4fa8\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words dark\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBeginner Pottery Wheel Course\u003c\/strong\u003e is a three-session programme, with each class lasting three hours. It is designed for anyone who wants to learn the fundamentals of wheel throwing, without shortcuts and without the pressure to perform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will work on a professional Shimpo pottery wheel and be guided through each stage of the process: from preparing the clay and throwing your first forms to trimming and glazing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring the course, you will also receive access to a \u003cstrong\u003eprivate video library\u003c\/strong\u003e, where you can revisit the main techniques demonstrated in the studio, including clay preparation, centring, opening, pulling up the walls and trimming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLearning to throw takes time, practice and repetition. The videos will remain available after the course has ended, allowing you to return to the more challenging steps, clarify any doubts and reinforce what you have learned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll materials are included: clay, tools, glazes and firings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter the final firing, your finished piece will be ready for collection in approximately two weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLesson 1: Throwing on the pottery wheel\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will learn how to prepare the clay, centre it on the wheel and create your first simple stoneware forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe will focus on posture, hand positioning and the fundamental movements needed to create a balanced and even shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLesson 2: Trimming at the leather-hard stage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will trim and refine your piece, working on the foot, proportions and finer details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDepending on the project, you may also add an additional element, such as a handle for a mug.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLesson 3: Glazing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter the first firing, you will apply glaze using the dipping technique, choosing from a selection of glazes formulated and prepared directly in the Erra Ceramica studio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour piece will then be fired at high temperature to cone 6, approximately 1,200°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e9 hours in total.\u003cbr\u003e3 weekly sessions of 3 hours each.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhen\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe course takes place from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose your preferred starting date from the menu below and book your place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e","brand":"Erra Ceramica","offers":[{"title":"Martedì 13 ott - 20 ott - 27 ott","offer_id":56570407485780,"sku":null,"price":210.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Mercoledì 14 ott - 21 ott - 28 ott","offer_id":56570407518548,"sku":null,"price":210.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Giovedì 15 ott - 22 ott - 29 ott","offer_id":56570407551316,"sku":null,"price":210.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0807\/8042\/7604\/files\/tornio-base-ottobre.webp?v=1785073337","url":"https:\/\/erraceramica.com\/en\/products\/wheel-throwing-course-13","provider":"Erra Ceramica","version":"1.0","type":"link"}