{"product_id":"6-week-wheel-course-thursday-23rd-july-27th-august-2026-6-30pm-9pm-copy","title":"6 Week Wheel Course | Thursday 15th October - 19th November 2026 | 6.30pm - 9pm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJoin us for a fun and hands-on six-week introduction to pottery wheel throwing. This course is perfect for beginners or anyone looking to build confidence with the basics of wheel work alongside our talented tutors. You'll learn essential techniques while creating your own beautiful ceramic pieces from start to finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeek\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e1 - \u003c\/strong\u003ePreparing the clay, centering and throwing simple cylinders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeek 2 -\u003c\/strong\u003e Trimming and understanding basic techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeek 3 - \u003c\/strong\u003eExploring basic shapes, bowls and bellies\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeek 4 -\u003c\/strong\u003e Refining Trimming and exploring textures \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeek 5.\u003c\/strong\u003e Decorating and glazing \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeek 6.\u003c\/strong\u003e Throwing larger and the unveiling of finished work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDate and Time: Thursday 15th October - 19th November 2026 | 6.30pm -9pm | 6 Weeks \u003cbr\u003eAges 16+\u003cbr\u003eMaximum Attendees: 8\u003cbr\u003ePrice: $350\u003cbr\u003eLocation: Scallop Room, Quarry Arts Centre, 21 Selwyn Avenue, Whangarei 0110\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExpect to get a little messy, so please bring suitable clothing, an apron if you have one, and an old towel. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll materials \u0026amp; tools will be provided, and no prior experience is necessary.  The course includes a 10KG bag of stoneware clay and 2x firings equal to a kiln quarter shelf*. Firing volumes above standard Quarry workshop limits may incur additional charges at the usual public kiln firing rates.  *Quarter shelf size: 300mm (w) × 230mm (d) × 150mm (h)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eTo read our workshops Terms and Conditions, click here \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/quarryarts.org\/blogs\/faq\/workshop-terms-and-conditions\"\u003eWorkshop Terms and Conditions – Quarry Arts Centre\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you should have any questions, please email programmes@quarryarts.org  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Quarry Arts Centre","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43254328754224,"sku":"WS13401","price":350.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/9459\/5376\/files\/courtney-cook-nXYmYO_-JUk-unsplash.jpg?v=1779250535","url":"https:\/\/quarryarts.org\/products\/6-week-wheel-course-thursday-23rd-july-27th-august-2026-6-30pm-9pm-copy","provider":"Quarry Arts Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}