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Pottery Wheel Clay Art Class (Teen)(Flex Schedule)

In this 4 week course students will be able to take their time to learn how to make a pot on the pottery wheel (1 pot each week) and how to trim it a day after it made when it is dry like leather but not completely dry.
Julie C.
Average rating:
4.4
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(133)
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What's included

Homework
Approximately one hour of homework per week.
Assessment
I will comment on any pictures and videos you submit in class and focus on improvement.

Class Experience

Topics covered will be as follows but not limited to:

(Week one) In the first week we will be kneading, placing, and centering the clay on the wheel and making a pot.  We will trim the bottom the next day(within 24-30 hours of making it)  For classroom interaction post a picture  of the pot you made and write about any difficulties or questions you have so other students and the teacher can see.  Students can also post a video of their pot using OBS - Open Broadcaster Software (free software) or their phones. The teacher can then respond with suggestions either via video or written text. Learner to learner interactive task: Other students can respond to how they like your pot and offer any suggestions.  (1st week)
 
(Week Two) In this second week there will be an intro to pottery clay tools. We will learn how to pull up the walls using tools and finger to make a pot on the wheel and/or fingers. We will trim the bottom the next day (within 24-30 hours of making it). For classroom interaction post a picture  of the pot you made and write about any difficulties or questions you have so other students and the teacher can see.  Students can also post a video of their pot using OBS - Open Broadcaster Software (free software) or their phones. The teacher can then respond with suggestions either via video or written text. Learner to learner interactive task:  Other students can respond to how they like your pot and offer any suggestions.  (2nd week)

(Week Three)In this third week we will trim the top of the pot, attach a handle, make a design on the side of the pot this week while making a pot on the pottery wheel. Trim the bottom the next day(within 24-30 hours of making it) For classroom interaction post a picture  of the art clay pot you made and write about any difficulties or questions you have so other students and the teacher can see.  Students can also post a video of their pot using OBS - Open Broadcaster Software (free software) or their phones. The teacher can then respond with suggestions either via video or written text. Learner to learner interactive task: Other students can respond to how they like your pot and offer any suggestions.  Also add a comment in the classroom:  What did you learn  so far in this class? ( 3rd week)

(week four) In week four, the last week, students will learn removal methods.  In other words, we will explore different ways to remove a pot from the wheel and some drying methods. 
We will also be trimming the bottom of the pot and have an intro to glazing.   We will be trimming the bottom the next day after throwing the pot on the wheel. For classroom interaction post a picture  of the pot you made and write about any difficulties or questions you have so other students and the teacher can see.  Students can also post a video of their pot using OBS - Open Broadcaster Software (free software) or their phones. The teacher can then respond with suggestions either via video or written text. Learner to learner interactive task: Other students can respond to how they like your pot and offer any suggestions. Add a comment:  what did you like the most about this class? (4th week)
At the end of the fourth week please make a video of your pot(s).  You can send it to the classroom so others can see it.  If you want just the teacher to see it you can send it as a private message.  This video will serve as a better way to increase interaction in the classroom between you,  the other students, and/or the teacher.

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Students will have time to learn to make  a pot on the pottery wheel each week. The next day is when we will trim the bottom of the pot. I will make a video of how I center the clay and make a pot on the wheel to send to you. I will make a video and send it to you to show you how to trim the bottom of the pot.
I will teach from my own pottery wheel.
Learners will be able to interact and ask questions as much as they want or as needed during , before, and after class.  I will send out video messages to expand on what we were learning on the specific days.
* learners will share each week what they have made via  by posting picture or a video in the classroom as part of the classroom interaction.
I teach step by step and will be willing to go back to a step if someone in class needs me to if the learner needs a quick review. 

Learner need a pottery wheel for this class please.  It would be great if you have had pottery wheel experience but it is not necessary.  I can teach a learner at any level of clay experience.
Learning Goals
Students will learn:
The importance of centering the clay. How  to center the clay on the wheel 
How to expand the clay using finger and/or tools to make a cup/pot. 
How to pull up the walls of a pot on the wheel. Thickness of the walls and how to determine the thickness
Removal methods. Different ways to remove the pot from the wheel and drying methods.
Trimming the bottom of the pot on the wheel when it is half dried 
Types of glaze
* Students will also learn about critique as other students will comment on their art.(classroom interaction)

These classes build on each other and of course we will be centering the clay each class.  Centering the clay is the one aspect of wheel throwing that a student will need to practice and to get better at doing. Feel free to jump in class at any time of the month.
Why Clay?  1. It's therapeutic. Simply the act of molding clay in one's hands whether you're a child or an adult can be very calming. Remember those stress balls that were once so popular? Manipulating the clay can help relieve stress or even be an outlet for young children who physically express their emotions.

2. It's an outstanding sensory development activity for anyone.

3. It's play based learning. You might not realize it, but playing with clay is promoting minds to get busy by thinking about what they're going to create and how they're going to create it. This type of creative play promotes imaginative problem-solving skills.
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Other Details

Parental Guidance
Parents can help with the wheel operation and positioning if needed
Supply List
5 lbs of clay  or more that can later be fired.  It is not advisable  to use air dry or polymer clay as this type of clay may not work well on the wheel.

https://www.sheffield-pottery.com/95400-School-White-Moist-Stoneware-Pottery-Clay-p/mc95400.htm  (pottery wheel clay)

https://www.amazon.com/VEVOR-Detachable-60-300RPM-Adjustable-Sculpting/dp/B0CHBBG2X1/ref=sr_1_14_sspa?crid=JHGCKN6GBE1W&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.dy3KoS6BQ2UacdJz82kKsnUwHY1mJoR5-Xj8hehWS1bqMjDKz4a6RBHl3XS2L77Pi9M3sxCrl8Pe2cVvDgSuJHkgG1J4V9oN7dEND5cMdEWKZ09-oENm6DC6hH2Tr_vx_nAT1R8VKcXQu7UcXglm7PzkhmEMuHEdckzovBBN5_fS071Se_3u1pXAmzEf_mTtJr_7KPHEfPDCMBt3mqMOGDSLdXU1o3GUSlg04UMAIh0dAD4swMAHmYUMMp2ymozeIENwDOEEmbIIcKUQtwmfYHlnJe_kf8AbTwsTWIJ1L8Q.FpVayVxvbETz8I89AbbQokwplWQmueBqc_G_uZRENrM&dib_tag=se&keywords=pottery%2Bwheel&qid=1708614489&sprefix=pottery%2Bwheel%2Caps%2C117&sr=8-14-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9tdGY&th=1

I saw this wheel on Amazon and it has a reverse switch, a foot pedal, tools and an apron included.
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined May, 2020
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133reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Non-US Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Master's Degree from University of Colorado
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Western governors university
I have been working on a pottery wheel since middle school age.  I attended a Visual and performing arts school in Sarasota FL which is still there to this day.  I was in the first pioneering class to be created at the school.  We had 3-4 pottery wheels and it was my most favorite class. Later as an adult when I lived in Miami FL.  I purchased my  own  pottery wheel around 2000 when I lived in Miami fl and have made many things on the wheel. I taught each of my three daughters on the wheel from a very young age(4, 5, or 6).  

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$14

weekly or $56 for 4 weeks
4 weeks

Completed by 11 learners
No live video meetings
Ages: 13-18

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