"Meet the Wheel" (1-Part Intro Pottery Workshop)

Please fully read the following before confirming your registration.

 

Cost

Regular price: $60

June promotion: $51

Additional discount for participants aged 65+: $42

• Discount code: STUDIO65 (need receipt and proof of age on day of workshop if used)

This promotional pricing is valid for June sessions only and applies to courses, workshops, and open studio registrations. Offer ends July 1st.

Please note: During promotional months, all workshop registrations are final sale. No refunds are available on discounted rates.

Description

Discover the joy of the pottery wheel at Galerie Acanthus Gallery! This beginner‑friendly workshop is the perfect way to try wheel‑throwing with no long‑term commitment. Come in, relax, and enjoy getting your hands muddy as you explore the magic of clay.

Our instructor, Owen Comeau, will guide you through the basics—centering the clay, shaping forms, and learning simple techniques. You’ll have the chance to make several pieces, and you’ll be able to choose two favourites for our team to finish, glaze, and fire for you.

Whether you create a bowl, tumbler, or small vase, the goal is to enjoy the experience and let the clay lead the way.

No previous pottery experience is required.

The instructor for this workshop, Owen Comeau, is a fine ceramic artist with extensive knowledge in pottery and ceramics.

What to Expect

This workshop focuses on the experience, not perfection. Every potter starts with wobbly pieces, and that’s part of the fun. Be patient with yourself, enjoy the process, and celebrate the joy of trying something new!

Each class is 3 hours long, including clean-up time. Participants should expect approximately 2½ hours of pottery work, with the final 20–30 minutes reserved for cleaning and closing procedures.

A reservation is required to secure your spot.

What’s included:

• Clay
• Tools
• Instruction
• Glazing (choice of 4 colours)
• Firing

All you need to bring is your creativity and a willingness to get muddy!

How the Workshop Flows

Throwing: We begin with a demonstration on how to use the pottery wheel. Then it’s your turn to throw! Wheel‑throwing can feel challenging at first, but it’s also incredibly rewarding. Our instructor will support you throughout the session.

Glazing & Pickup: You’ll then select your glaze from four available colours. Our team will glaze and fire your pieces, and they’ll be ready for pickup in approximately 3–4 weeks.

Time will be reserved at the end of class for clean-up. Participants are responsible for cleaning their wheel and workspace.

Dates & Times

Currently, there are dates for this workshop in June and July. On these dates, it will be offered twice per day: during mornings (9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.) and afternoons (1:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m.). For the date you choose, you can choose between the morning or afternoon time slot. Registration is only valid for one of these slots.

June Sessions:

Monday, June 15

• 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

• 1:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m.

Tuesday, June 16

• 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

• 1:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m.

Thursday, June 18

• 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

• 1:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m.

Friday, June 19

• 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

• 1:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m.

Tuesday, June 30

• 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

• 1:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m.

July Sessions:

Thursday, July 2

• 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

• 1:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m.

Tuesday, July 7

• 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

• 1:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m.

Thursday, July 9

• 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

• 1:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m.

Additional Guidelines + Important Information

Instruction language: Our instructor, Owen, is only able to instruct in English.

Arrival and departure: Participants may arrive up to 10 minutes before class begins but must leave on time at the scheduled end of the session.

Outcome of pieces: Pottery has a mind of its own, and pieces may not turn out as expected. They may warp, crack, or break during kiln firings. The Gallery is not liable if this happens. Gallery attendants also reserve the right not to fire pieces that are deemed unsafe for the kiln.

 

Sign up online or in person at the Gallery. Purchase of the workshop confirms your registration and secures your spot.