Teen Pottery Courses

for Ages 13+ (Beginner to Intermediate)

Designed for aspiring ceramic artists, this hands-on course introduces students to the art of wheel throwing while building creativity, patience, problem-solving, and craftsmanship. From preparing clay and throwing on the wheel to trimming, glazing, and firing, students learn every stage of the ceramic process as they create functional pottery they can proudly use and display.

Teen Pottery Courses

for Ages 13+ (Beginner to Intermediate)

Designed for aspiring ceramic artists, this hands-on course introduces students to the art of wheel throwing while building creativity, patience, problem-solving, and craftsmanship. From preparing clay and throwing on the wheel to trimming, glazing, and firing, students learn every stage of the ceramic process as they create functional pottery they can proudly use and display.

4 or 10 Week

Teen Pottery Courses

for Ages 12+ (Beginner to Intermediate)

Markham Location Only

Designed for aspiring ceramic artists, this hands-on course introduces students to the art and science of wheel throwing while developing patience, problem-solving, creativity, and craftsmanship. Students progress from learning foundational techniques to creating functional pottery pieces they can proudly use and display.

Students learn every stage of the ceramic process—from preparing clay and throwing on the wheel to trimming, glazing, and firing.

What's Included

  • Individual pottery wheel for each student (to be used at the studio)
  • Step-by-step instruction from an experienced pottery instructor
  • 5kg clay, glazes, tools, and materials (additional clay can be purchased)
  • Trimming, decorating, and glazing instruction
  • Bisque and glaze firing
  • Multiple completed pottery pieces
  • Small class sizes for personalized support
  • Seamless upgrade from the 4-week course to the full 10-week program

How It Works

1. Choose Your Course Length

Start with the 4-Week Introduction or enrol directly in the complete 10-Week Pottery Course.

2. Learn the Foundations

Students begin by preparing clay, centering on the wheel, shaping basic forms, and learning how to safely use pottery tools and equipment.

3. Create Functional Pottery

With step-by-step instructor guidance, students create pieces such as cups, bowls, plates, mugs, and vases while improving their technique each week.

4. Trim, Decorate & Glaze

Students refine their pieces, add handles or decorative details, and explore glazing and surface-design techniques.

5. Upgrade Anytime

Students enrolled in the 4-Week Introduction can upgrade to the full 10-Week Course and continue directly into more advanced projects without repeating lessons.

6. Fire & Take Home

Completed pieces are professionally kiln-fired and prepared for students to take home, use, and display.

HOW IT WORKS

01

Choose Your Course Length

Start with the 4-Week Introduction or enrol directly in the complete 10-Week Pottery Course.

02

Learn the Foundations

Students begin by preparing clay, centering on the wheel, shaping basic forms, and learning how to safely use pottery tools and equipment.

03

Create Functional Pottery

With step-by-step instructor guidance, students create pieces such as cups, bowls, plates, mugs, and vases while improving their technique each week.

04

Trim, Decorate & Glaze

Students refine their pieces, add handles or decorative details, and explore glazing and surface-design techniques.

05

Upgrade Anytime

Students enrolled in the 4-Week Introduction can upgrade to the full 10-Week Course and continue directly into more advanced projects without repeating lessons.

06

Fire & Take Home

Completed pieces are professionally kiln-fired and prepared for students to take home, use, and display.

READY TO START?

Choose your course length and register online in a few clicks!

4 Weeks

Complete 1-2 Foundational pieces, such as bowls and cups

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10 Weeks

Build 3-4 Pieces, including more advanced shapes such as 


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