Thursday Morning - Beginner/Intermediate Wheel
2026-02-26 10:00 - 12:30 (America/Toronto) | Kawartha Potters’ Guild, Kingswood Centre, 993 Talwood Drive, Peterborough, ON, K9J 7R8, Canada
Discover the joy of clay in our 6-week Beginner/Intermediate Pottery Class! Whether you’re just starting out or looking to build on basic skills, this hands-on course will guide you through throwing techniques in a relaxed, supportive studio environment. You’ll create functional and decorative pieces, learn glazing and finishing tips, and gain confidence in your creativity. All materials are included—just bring your curiosity and a willingness to get a little dirty! Class sizes are capped at 6 students to allow for lots of hands-on instruction.
Fees:
Payments can be made by e-transfer (preferred) or PayPal
As a not-for-profit PayPal fees can cut into slim operating budget- payment by e-transfers are greatly appreciated!
Member Fee (with tax): $378.55 must be paid via e-transfer to administrator@kawarthapottersguild.com
Non-Member Fee (with tax): $412.45 send e-transfer to administrator@kawarthapottersguild.com
Instructor: Heather Brooks
Heather’s first experience with clay was in 2005 and she hasn’t stopped working in clay since that introduction so long ago! She finds working in clay both grounding and meditative. Continuous learning is a mantra that Heather lives by. Over the years she has learned from numerous teachers and participated in many workshops. In 2022 she completed a mentorship program at KPG with Darlene Malcolm-Moran and in 2023 travelled to Korea to learn from the Korean Masters. Heather has been a member of KPG since 2015 and you can find her pottery the Guild’s shop.

6 Week Session - Intermediate - Thurs Aft September 11, 2025
2025-09-11 12:00 - 14:30
You’ve got the basics down—now it’s time to grow your confidence and expand your wheel throwing skills in this dynamic 6-week intermediate class. Perfect for potters who are comfortable centering and pulling walls, this course will help you fine-tune your technique and tackle new creative challenges.
Each week, you’ll explore more refined forms while learning how to throw with consistency, trim with precision, and explore surface design techniques that bring your pieces to life. Expect hands-on demos, individual guidance, and plenty of time on the wheel.
KPG Members – $335.00 + tax = $378.55 to be etransfered to administrator@kawarthapottersguild.com
