Intro to Wheel Throwing – Ages 8+

Spin & Shape: Kids’ Introduction to Wheel Throwing Camp

Overview: Welcome to Spin & Shape, a thrilling and hands-on art camp designed to introduce children to the art of wheel throwing. This camp is a unique opportunity for young enthusiasts to dive into the world of pottery, learning the basics of shaping clay on a potter’s wheel. Our camp offers a fun, immersive experience that combines creativity, skill-building, and the excitement of transforming clay into beautiful, functional art.

Camp Highlights:

• Getting to Know the Wheel: Children will start their journey with an introduction to the potter’s wheel, learning about its history and how it works. They will get familiar with the basic setup and safety guidelines.
• Fundamentals of Wheel Throwing: Our experienced instructors will guide the kids through the fundamental techniques of wheel throwing, including centering clay, opening, and pulling up walls to create basic forms like cylinders and bowls.
• Shaping and Trimming: As the week progresses, children will learn how to shape their thrown pieces and master the art of trimming to create foot rings and refine their works.
• Creative Exploration: Each day will bring new challenges and opportunities for creative expression. Kids will experiment with different shapes and sizes, trying their hands at making cups, vases, plates, and more.
• Decorative Techniques: In addition to forming shapes, children will also explore various decorative techniques such as adding textures, carving, and applying slips for color.
• Glazing and Finishing: The camp experience will culminate with an introduction to glazing, where kids will learn how to apply glazes to their bisque-fired pieces, preparing them for the final firing.

Camp Environment:

• The camp is conducted in a safe, encouraging, and fully equipped pottery studio.
• Emphasis is placed on creativity, experimentation, and enjoying the process of making pottery.
• Small group sizes ensure personalized guidance and attention for each child.
• All materials and tools, including clay, glazes, and access to potter’s wheels, are provided.

Who Should Attend: Spin & Shape is perfect for kids ages 8+ who are curious about pottery, enjoy hands-on activities, and love to create. No prior experience with clay or wheel throwing is required – just a willingness to learn and a desire to have fun with clay!

Join the Fun: Let your child discover the magic of wheel throwing at Spin & Shape! It’s more than just a camp; it’s an opportunity for kids to engage in a creative process, learn a fascinating craft, and make new friends. Sign up now and watch your child spin clay into beautiful art!

Please pack a snack and a water bottle. Camp runs from 1 pm to 5 pm Monday through Friday.

CANCELLATION POLICY

All camps at Paint ‘n Fun Ceramics are NON-REFUNDABLE. Failure to show up or cancel with less than 30 days’ notice will result in loss of payment and no account credit will be issued. Any management approved cancellations/reschedules will be provided in the form of Paint ‘n Fun Ceramics Account Credit ONLY. Paint ‘n Fun Ceramics Account credits must be redeemed within 90 days. Class minimums and registrations are required for us to order properly order supplies and provide proper staffing. Make-up days are not provided for days missed during our Camps. If we must cancel a camp due to low participation, you will be issued a credit that can be used for another camp during the current year.