Integrated Combo Pottery Foundations: Level 1

Integrated Pottery Foundations: LEVEL 1 (18 Sessions · 54 Hours) 

A complete beginner-friendly course combining Handbuilding + Wheel Throwing

Why Join This Course?

A complete beginner-friendly program to explore both handbuilding & wheel throwing:

• Learn all core techniques: wedging, pinching, coiling, slab building, centering, opening, lifting & trimming
• Work with stoneware & earthenware
• Learn glazing, surface decoration & finishing
• Materials, glazing & firing included
• Small-batch, personalized guidance
• Take home 10–14 fully finished ceramic pieces. This course is ideal for beginners who want a strong, structured foundation in pottery.

What You’ll Learn

Module 1: Clay Basics & Preparation

• Introduction to pottery & studio workflow
• Clay bodies: Stoneware & Earthenware
• Clay stages: wet → leather-hard → bone-dry → bisque
• Clay preparation & wedging techniques: cutting, ramming, spiral, ram’s head

Module 2: Handbuilding Fundamentals

• Pinching technique
• Coiling method
• Slab construction (soft & firm slabs)
• Combining techniques to create functional forms

Module 3: Functional Handbuilt Forms

• Handbuilt cups, bowls & plates
• Miniature Sculpting
• Introduction to plaster moulds
• Ceramic Lamp Project
• Joining & attaching handles
• Surface refinement & form finishing

Module 4: Introduction to Wheel Throwing

• Wheel setup & correct posture
• Coning, centering, opening & lifting
• Throwing basic cylinders
• Height & width control techniques

Module 5: Beginner Wheel Forms

• Straight-walled cups
• Bellied / rounded cups
• Small bowls
• Pulling and attaching handles

Module 6: Surface Design & Trimming

• Trimming wheel-thrown forms
• Basic carving & textures
• Sgraffito fundamentals
• Slip decoration for handbuilt work

Module 7: Glazing Fundamentals

• Brush glazing
• Basic dipping
• Simple colour layering
• Understanding glaze behaviour & outcomes

Outcome of Level 1

You will

• Learn both handbuilding + wheel throwing
• Understand clay, tools, and finishing processes
• Create functional ceramics from scratch
• Learn trimming, surface design & basic glazing
• Take home 12–15 finished ceramic pieces

Additional Course Features

Homework Assignment for Every Level

Each level includes structured homework assignments designed to strengthen your learning and build muscle memory.

Students must complete these tasks, and every assignment will be documented and submitted to the instructor for final approval, creating a personal learning archive that tracks your progress, growth, and technical mastery.

Course Duration & Fees

• Total Hours: 54 hours (16 instructor-led sessions, 2 free flow sessions, 3 hours each)
• Clay: Stoneware & Earthenware
• Course Fees: ₹28,500 (Includes clay, tools, glazes, two firings, tax & full studio support)
• Batch Timings (Choose One): (Wed to Sun)
• 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
• 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM
• 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
• Weekly Holiday: Monday & Tuesday
• What You Take Home: 12-15 finished ceramic pieces
• Enjoy unlimited open studio access for the entire duration of your course
• Unlimited clay usage included, so you can practice freely without restrictions

Terms & Conditions

• You may switch batches up to 3 times (subject to availability)
• Course Validity: You will get 30 days of validity from the date of joining to complete all sessions. (Example: 18 sessions can be completed any time within these 30 days). No extensions beyond the 30-day validity period
• No refunds after registration
• Seat can be transferred before course begins
• Full payment required to confirm your slot
• First-come, first-served basis