6-Week Wheel Throwing Workshop With Ceramicist Fares Alkhatib
Explore the Potter’s Wheel in our Working Production Studio
Step inside our historic Niagara-on-the-Lake studio and immerse yourself in the joy, challenge, and creativity of working with clay. This intimate 6-session workshop (limited to just 6 participants) invites you to learn real production pottery skills, guided by throwing instructor Fares Alkhatib and the experienced Queenston Pottery team.
Whether you’re brand new to clay or eager to explore deeper techniques, this experience blends learning, artistry, and community in a warm, inspiring studio with over 48 years of pottery tradition.
Clay to Kiln: A 6-Week Wheel Throwing Journey
Step inside our historic Niagara-on-the-Lake studio and immerse yourself in the joy, challenge, and creativity of working with clay. This intimate 6-session workshop (limited to just 6 participants) invites you to learn real production pottery skills, guided by throwing instructor Fares Alkhatib and the experienced Queenston Pottery team.
Whether you’re brand new to clay or eager to explore deeper techniques, this experience blends learning, artistry, and community in a warm, inspiring studio that has carried on the pottery tradition since 1978.
(Minimum of 4 participants)
What You’ll Experience
Across six fun, skill-building sessions, you’ll try your hand at a wide variety of techniques used to create the pieces sold in our gallery. Some skills are quick wins; others take practice, but all are rewarding and uniquely satisfying.
Workshop Schedule:
Week 1: Introduction to Throwing
Master the foundational mechanics of wheel throwing: centering the clay, pulling walls, and shaping your vessels.
Week 2: Trimming, Refining & Surface Design
Learn essential finishing techniques! Focus on trimming different types of foot rings, exploring surface design, and making custom handles.
Week 3: Lidded Vessels & Jugs
Expand your skills by throwing lidded pots and pitcher forms. (Note: This is the final week to throw any forms requiring handles or structural attachments.)
Week 4: Trimming Lids & Pulling Handles
Trim your lidded vessels and pots, and pull custom handles for your jugs. (Note: This is the final week of throwing on the wheel.)
Week 5: Finishing & Glaze Preparation
Complete your final trimming, detailing, and surface work. Begin prepping your bisque-fired pots while exploring glaze combinations to plan your final designs.
Week 6: Glazing & Studio Prep
Learn proper prep techniques for bisque wear, apply glazes, and prepare your finished work for the kiln.
Course Details & Policies:
Dates: January 4 - February 8
Time: 6:00 - 9:00 PM
Duration: 6 Weeks | 3 Hours per session
Class Size: Maximum 6 participants (minimum of 4 required for the class to run)
Included: Select up to 10 pieces from the workshop to be fired and finished. Full glazing instruction and studio glazes are included in the program cost!
Finished pieces will be ready for pickup in approximately 8–12 weeks.
What’s Included
All clay, glazes, tools, and materials
Use of our fully equipped production studio
Expert instruction from Fares Alkhatib & Queenston Pottery Team
Two kiln firings (bisque and high-temperature glaze firing)
Up to 10 finished pieces
Community and plenty of creative fun
Investment
$660 + HST
A comprehensive, skill-packed workshop delivered in a professional studio environment.
Ready to Create Something Beautiful This Winter?
Spaces are limited to ensure personal attention and hands-on learning. Join us for a warm, inspiring, and deeply creative experience you won’t forget.
Clay to Kiln: A 6-Week Wheel Throwing Journey
Step inside our historic Niagara-on-the-Lake studio and immerse yourself in the joy, challenge, and creativity of working with clay. This intimate 6-session workshop (limited to just 6 participants) invites you to learn real production pottery skills, guided by throwing instructor Fares Alkhatib and the experienced Queenston Pottery team.
Whether you’re brand new to clay or eager to explore deeper techniques, this experience blends learning, artistry, and community in a warm, inspiring studio that has carried on the pottery tradition since 1978.
(Minimum of 4 participants)