
This workshop will focus on teaching and developing the skills to throw traditional “Moonjar” shape on the wheel. We will start with a small form using 2 lb of clay, to get the basic form and technique, and then work upwards in terms of scale, using 4 and 6 lb lumps of clay. For those who are adventurous, we shall practice throwing moonjars in two parts, and joining these together, to achieve even larger scale Moonjars. During the workshop we will focus on key areas where you need to improve your technique and approach, recognising that no one approach suits all potters, and that we all have different body shapes and muscle balance/strength – throwing larger pieces of clay should not be a physical workout! ► Course date : 19th April 2026 ►What You’ll Take Home At the end of the workshop, you’ll leave with two Moon Jars — a small practice jar and your larger final piece — both bisque fired ready to collect in 2 weeks. ►Who It’s For Intermediate skills at throwing on an electric wheel, with reasonable confidence at throwing with at least 2 lb of clay, to centre, pull up, and refine a shape. Previous experience of the throwing moonjar shapes is not required. ►What You Get: • All clay and materials • Expert tuition in a small group of just 6 students • Two bisque firings (small + large jar) • Tea, coffee, and a warm, supportive studio environment Minimum Age: Participants must be a minimum age of 16. Please get in touch 2 - 3 weeks after the workshop to collect your work. Work will be held at the studio for up to 2 months from the date of the workshop. Please note: The course will run if we received a minimum of 2 bookings.




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►Requirements for Attendance • Minimum Age: Each workshop has a different minimum age requirement. It is the signee's responsibility to check the minimum age specified for the selected workshop at the time of booking. • Nail Length: For safety and to ensure successful throwing, participants are required to have short nails for the duration of the workshop. ►Payment and Cancellation/Rescheduling ❶ General Bookings (All Sessions and Courses) • Finality of Booking: All sessions and courses are non-refundable and non-transferable once the booking is placed. • Exceptions: Any exceptions to this policy are made solely under the discretion of the business owners. ❷ Group Bookings (5 or more people) • Deposit: A 50% non-refundable/non-transferable deposit is required at the time of booking. • Balance Payment: The remaining balance must be settled one week before the session is due to take place. • Late Bookings: Any group sessions booked 7 days or less before the scheduled date will be required to pay in full at the time of booking.
Contact Details
67 Castle Road, Southsea, Portsmouth, Southsea, UK
07950155456
hello@fatclaypottery.com
