The best way to become a better ceramic artist is to practice with guidance. This class is an opportunity to practice your wheel throwing skills. During each class session there will be instructor demos and advice, plus ceramics focused conversation and community. Students will also have access to instructional videos, covering everything from basic centering and throwing techniques, to advanced tips and project ideas. Guidance on clay water disposal will be provided. This class is open to intermediate and advanced level students who have some wheel throwing experience and feel confident throwing a cylinder on the wheel. Access to a pottery wheel is required for participation. Ask us about our wheel rental program by emailing artstudio@berkeley.edu. Registration includes: Weekly live lessons via Zoom Videos of demos Instructor office hours as requested No contact pick up off ceramics materials at the Studio (clay, tools, buckets, wareboards, plastic, underglazes, bats, bat pins) No contact weekly drop off/pick up on Sundays of work to be fired (note work will be fired only once a kiln is filled). Bisque firing included in the cost of the class. Clays available for purchase: B-mix with sand, Speckled Buff, Porcelain, Black Mountain, Studio Blend; all fired at Cone 6. We will clear glaze your work upon request. One box of work can also be glazed by our staff as part of the course registration. Additional firing to be purchased through our glaze firing pass. Note: You are welcome to participate in this class if you don’t live locally; however, bisque firing will not be available.