{"product_id":"wheel-thrown-pumpkin-workshop","title":"Wheel-Thrown Pumpkin Workshop","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLearn how to create a one-of-a-kind ceramic pumpkin using a closed wheel-thrown form!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn this workshop, we’ll demonstrate how to throw and close a hollow form on the pottery wheel, then shape and alter it to create a rounded pumpkin. You’ll learn how to control the clay as the opening becomes smaller, fully close the form, define the pumpkin’s sections, and add a handmade stem.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis project is a fun introduction to closed forms and altering wheel-thrown pottery. These techniques can also be applied to future sculptural projects, including gourds, ornaments, enclosed vessels, and other decorative forms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrerequisite:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This is not a learn-to-throw class. Participants must be comfortable centering clay and throwing basic forms independently. This workshop is designed for students who have completed our six-week Beginner Wheel Class or have equivalent wheel-throwing experience.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClay and the bisque firing of one finished wheel-thrown pumpkin are included in the class price. If you create additional pieces, you may choose to keep and fire them for an additional fee.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTrimming is not included in this workshop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Participants will need to return after their pumpkin has reached the leather-hard stage to trim and finish their piece. You may book an available Wheel Time session or attend through your Mud Club membership. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter trimming, finished pumpkins will be bisque fired and ready approximately 2–3 weeks later.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGlazing is not included. Participants may return during an available open-studio session to glaze their pumpkin by paying the $8 studio fee.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBYOB:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Feel free to bring your favorite beverage to enjoy while you create. Adult beverages are welcome for guests 21+ with a valid ID.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Just Claying Around","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53593827508587,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0937\/3027\/5691\/files\/WebsitePhoto-Square.png?v=1784757879","url":"https:\/\/justclayingaround.com\/products\/wheel-thrown-pumpkin-workshop","provider":"Just Claying Around","version":"1.0","type":"link"}