Centered: TEENs Beginner Wheel Throwing Jan 28-Mar 4

Description

Centered: Beginner Wheel Throwing for Teens Aged 13-18
Discover the fun of clay and wheel throwing in a supportive, creative environment

Wednesdays | 4:30 pm–7:30 pm | 6 Instructor-Led Class Sessions + 6 Open Studio Practice Sessions

This class is designed especially for teens who are new to the pottery wheel or have minimal experience. You’ll learn the foundational techniques of wheel throwing—like centering clay, shaping forms, and trimming—to create your own bowls, mugs, and other pottery pieces. No prior experience needed—just curiosity and a willingness to get a little messy!

What You’ll Experience:

Foundational Skills: Learn essential wheel-throwing techniques with step-by-step instruction, including centering, pulling walls, and trimming finished forms.
Creative Expression: Explore decorating techniques such as texture, colored slip, and glaze application. You’ll finish your work with beautiful, food-safe glazes.
Hands-On Learning: Each class includes instructor demonstrations, guided practice, and plenty of time on the wheel. Plus, open studio sessions give you extra time to explore and improve your skills.

Class Highlights:

Just for Teens: Tailored instruction for ages 13–18 in a relaxed, fun atmosphere that encourages creativity and self-expression.
Supportive Environment: Small class sizes mean individual guidance, whether you’re brand new or building on what you already know.

Materials & Supplies:

Materials Included: Your first 25-pound bag of clay, use of glazes, firings, and one open studio session per week are included with registration.
Tools Available: A basic set of pottery tools will be available for classroom use. Optional 9-piece tool kits can be purchased in the studio for $15 if desired.

ESA Eligible:

Use your ESA dollars to pay for this class. Contact JD Jensen at 928-282-3809 x1 for more information.

Scholarships:

Scholarships available apply online HERE

Age Requirement:
Open to teens ages 13–18. No experience necessary.

26 0128c LA

Laura “Lolo” Aileen Howe

As someone with a case of tactile munchies, Lo is passionate about introducing students to the medium of clay, the joy and possibilities of creating with it. Her favorite tool is the potter’s wheel. Lo has a Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education and encourages discovery-based learning methods. As a Licensed Massage Therapist, she brings a kinesthetic sensitivity to her teaching, helping students connect physically with the medium. Lo gained her understanding of ceramic processes and materials at Yavapai College through both coursework and employment as a studio technician, mentor ceramists, workshops, and hands on experience. In 2019 she took a class at SAC and has been involved in their ceramics department ever since. Outside of teaching, you will find her tending to studio needs, making and practicing atmospheric firings at Reitz Ranch Center for the Ceramic Arts, as well as continuing her education in bodywork/massage therapy.

Materials & Supplies:

Materials Included: Your first 25-pound bag of clay, use of glazes, firings, and one open studio session per week are included with registration.
Tools Available: A basic set of pottery tools will be available for classroom use. Optional 9-piece tool kits can be purchased in the studio for $15 if desired.

Cancellation Policy

Registration and Cancellation Policies

Registration

Each student must enroll individually.
Classes must be paid in full upon registration.
Students may register online or call Sedona Arts Center Office at 928-282-3809, Ext 1 or toll free at 866-282-3809 Ext 1.
Visa, MasterCard, Discover, or American Express are accepted or student may pay with cash or check by registering in person during office hours Monday – Friday, 9 am – 5 pm.

In-Person and Online Classes Cancellation

Students must cancel or transfer at least 7 days prior to the first day of class.
If a student cancels or transfers before the 7-day cut-off, a 15% fee will be applied.
If a student cancels within 7 days prior to class, there are no refunds.
If Sedona Arts Center cancels the class for any reason, all payments made will be refunded in full.

Note: If traveling to Sedona, we strongly urge students to purchase refundable airline tickets or travel insurance in case of workshop cancellation due to insufficient enrollment or other unforeseen changes. Sedona Arts Center is not responsible for non-refundable ticket purchases or lodging fees.

Important Message

Sedona Arts Center is not responsible for providing make-up sessions or issuing refunds, credits, or transfers for courses missed as a result of illness, emergencies, or other events beyond our control. There are absolutely no refunds after the cut-off date for any reason, unless Sedona Arts Center has to cancel the workshop, then all fees paid will be refunded in full.