September 29 @ 1:30 pm – November 24 @ 4:30 pm
Wheel Throwing: Stoneware (Beginner)
Mondays September 29 to November 24, 2025
1:30 pm – 4:30 pm
For ages 18+
Using stoneware clay, learn basic wheel throwing techniques—centering, opening, pulling up walls—to create cylinders and bowls, and experiment with exciting glaze combinations on both functional and sculptural pieces. This 8-week class is designed for beginners as well as those wanting to reconnect with clay and learn the fundamentals of pottery.
This class includes a 10kg bag of stoneware clay, and access to glazes and underglazes. Additional bags of clay can be purchased for $35 each.
Class dates: September 29, October 6, 20, 27, November 3, 10, 17, 24
No class on October 13
Class Outline:
- Week 1: Intro to wedging, centering, and cylinders
- Week 2: Trimming and throwing bowls
- Week 3: Recap and intro to surface carving and decorating
- Week 4: Glazing
- Week 5: Throwing mugs and vessels
- Week 6: Throwing handles and trimming recap
- Week 7: Refine works
- Week 8: Glazing
Important Information:
- Please ensure the course you choose works with your schedule. For any withdrawals, a non-refundable fee of $50 fee per course will be charged, regardless of the reason for withdrawal. No withdrawals will be accepted within 10 business days of the class start date, regardless of the reason for withdrawal.
- Using the pottery wheel may cause serious injury to a person who has a pacemaker. Consult a physician before use.
- By signing up for this class, participants are committing to abide by the Museum’s Code of Conduct, Ticketing Policy, and Studio Policy.
Gardiner Friends, please log in to access your discount and front-of-the-line access. Gardiner Friends may only purchase adult clay classes at the discounted rate for membership card holders.
Instructor
Audrey Mah
Audrey Mah is a contemporary ceramic artist living and working in Toronto. She studied visual arts with an interest in Sculpture/Ceramics at the University of Waterloo, and graduated with a degree in Fine Arts. Audrey continued her ceramic arts education at the Ontario College of Art. While there, she was awarded a scholarship which included a residency at the Instituto Allende in Mexico. Audrey’s work has been exhibited locally and internationally. She is inspired by the contrast in geometric and organic forms, as well as ergonomic and practical forms of dishware.