Wheel Throwing Experience for Children
Dive into the world of pottery with our specially designed Kids’ Pottery Wheel Experience for 8yrs+
Service Description
A 90 minute session for ages 8-16yrs to come and learn Wheel Throwing! Dive into the world of pottery with our specially designed Kids’ Pottery Wheel Experience for children aged 8 and above! Let your little artists spin their imagination on the wheel, creating their own masterpieces under the guidance of our friendly experts. No experience? No problem! Our session is perfect for beginners and provides all the fun and excitement needed to craft something truly special. Not only is it a blast, but it's also a great way for kids to enhance their motor skills and express themselves creatively. Spotlight Features: Personal pottery wheel for each participant. Parents are encouraged to stay and spectate. All materials provided, just bring your creativity During this session, you will be welcomed by our experienced Pottery teachers, and introduced to our Pottery studio! After a short demonstration, you will learn how to wedge – prepare the clay as well as centre – secure the clay on the wheel – and throw – pulling up the walls of the clay into a cylinder and form a basic shape, and finally trim it to finish. You will throw multiple pots and can choose one to be glazed and fired, add colour glaze to your pot before you leave which will be ready to collect within 4-6 weeks. You will be guided step by step to create your piece. You will then also be able to choose your colours and glaze it whilst on the wheel! After your session, leave your creation in the capable hands of our craft potters, who will dry your piece and dip into a clear glaze to seal it before heading into the kiln for firing over 24 hours unto 1300 degrees! Your finished piece will be ready for collection in 4-6 weeks.You will be contacted at this point to arrange collection. P&P can be arranged at £7 per item. Limited spots are available, so sign up now to reserve your spot! Let’s make some memories and messes together! (Max number of 'participating throwers' is four per class. If you book a space for less than 4, please note that the second space may be filled by another participant).
Upcoming Sessions
Cancellation Policy
Terms and Conditions – Art Classes and Workshops 1. Booking and Payment Full payment is required at the time of booking to secure your place in any class, workshop, or course. Bookings are confirmed via email upon receipt of payment. 2. No Refunds Policy We operate a strict no-refunds policy once a booking is made. This applies to all courses, workshops, and classes. 3. Cancellations and Rescheduling by the Participant If you need to cancel your booking, we are unable to offer a refund. However: If cancellation is made more than 7 days before the start of the class/workshop, we will offer a one-time transfer to an alternative date or class, subject to availability. For cancellations made within 7 days of the class/workshop, no rescheduling or refund will be possible. 4. Cancellations by the Art School If we need to cancel or reschedule a class or workshop due to unforeseen circumstances (e.g., instructor illness, venue issues), we will: Offer a full refund; or Provide a transfer to an alternative date or class. 5. Illness and Emergencies If you or a child participant is unable to attend due to illness or an emergency, please inform us as soon as possible. We may, at our discretion, offer a transfer to another class if notice is provided more than 24 hours before the scheduled start. For last-minute illness (within 24 hours), no transfers or refunds will be available. 6. Missed Classes We cannot offer refunds or make-up sessions for missed classes if you are unable to attend a scheduled session. 7. Materials All materials required for the class or workshop are included in the cost unless otherwise specified. Participants are welcome to bring their own materials if preferred. 8. Health and Safety All participants must follow health and safety guidelines provided by the instructor. We are not responsible for any injuries or accidents that occur due to failure to comply with safety instructions. 9. Special Circumstances We understand that exceptional circumstances may arise. In such cases, we will review requests for refunds or transfers on a case-by-case basis, at our discretion. 10. Changes to Terms and Conditions We reserve the right to amend these terms and conditions at any time. Changes will be posted on our website and communicated to participants where appropriate.
Contact Details
Pictura Studios, Eastgate Street, Chester, UK
+441244328976
info@picturastudios.co.uk