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BEGINNER- AND ADVANCED- FRIENDLY WHEEL THROWING MASTERCLASS
Guest workshop: intensive wheel throwing masterclass with Evgenii Pokidaev @pokidaef
Regular Fee: 660 €
Members of Chamotte: the Pottery Collective: 610 €
*Spots are limited and book out fast.
**Members of Chamotte get an exclusive price and preliminary sign-up.
Masterclass Schedule
Day 1 - WARM UP
Reviewing the basics, hand positioning, and preparation for working with larger weights and complex forms.
Day 2 - GOING BIG
Moving into bigger volumes, learning how to control and hold form.
Day 3 - DEMO DAY
Demonstration of techniques based on group interest:
closed forms
working with 1–6 kg of clay (depending on individual skills and preferences of each participant)
multi-part and composite forms
lid making
and more
About the Workshop
In this class, you'll cut all objects to see their section and learn on-the-go.
While the workshop’s aim is to learn and no material and firing of your works is included, You'll also be given the opportunity to keep a piece for firing at extra cost, if you wished.
Who This Is For
Ever wanted to drive up your wheel throwing game to a whole new level?
Ceramists new to wheel throwing, eager to learn best techniques and kick-start their pottery game
Advanced potters willing to fix their techniques and jump to the next level
Makers interested in producing larger, more complex pieces
Professionals looking for a way to improve their ceramic practice and share pro skills with their audience
Workshop Aim
Skill-focused learning: The masterclass won’t focus on producing finished, fired pieces. Instead, you’ll build a solid foundation to improve your throwing technique.
In this class, you'll cut all objects to see their section and learn on-the-go.
Core Content
With at least 18 hours at the wheel, the skills you gain will become your second
nature - leading to amazing results!
Hands-on guidance: Get plenty of personal tips and techniques that you can apply
right away.
All materials included: No need to bring anything but your own favorite throwing
tools. It’s more comfortable working with your own set. We’ll provide the rest!
Creative connections: Collaborate with like-minded clay enthusiasts. In a fun and
relaxed environment, we’ll challenge and inspire each other to improve.
Firing of the Workshop Pieces
While the workshop’s aim is to learn and no material and firing of your works is included, You'll also be given the opportunity to keep a piece for firing at extra cost, if you wished. Please discuss the details with us during the class.
About Evgenii Pokidaev @pokidaeff
He's an acclaimed wheel throwing tutor with years of experience in giving classes for groups of up to 16 participants around Europe. With over 130k followers on Instagram, Evgenii has gained a reputation as a patient, thorough teacher who concentrates on each pupil individually, adjusting to their skills and desires.
First Wheel Throwing Masterclass in Hamburg - at Chamotte
This is @pokidaeff first workshop in Hamburg and the only one this year. Chamotte acts as a proud co-host of the event, with our staff present throughout the workshop. Members of our Collective benefit from discounted, priority access bookings and are strongly encouraged to further develop their wheel skills as part of their practice at the Studio.
Please note that our cancellation policy applies, as outlined in our Terms & Conditions.