Practice Makes Progress: Throwing Mugs

Class Description

**Pre- requisite: Experience centering clay and throwing cylinders Sharpen your pottery skills in this six-week intensive focused on creating a cohesive four-mug set. Designed for potters with experience centering clay and throwing cylinders, this class will guide you through the full creative process — from concept to finished glaze. Participants will plan their mug forms and handle styles, refine their throwing technique to produce four consistent shapes, and explore decorating and surface design options. You’ll test glaze combinations, apply your chosen finishes, and complete a matching set of mugs that showcase both your craftsmanship and creativity. Students will need to bring or purchase their own clay and are responsible for the cost of firing. Please note, this class will run for six sessions from February 28 - April 11 with one break week on April 4. Members: $213 Non-members: $263 + Cost of clay, glazing, and firing. Please note, registrants for the ICAC's pottery wheel classes must be 16 years or over.