Includes demonstrations, guided time and self-practice
( inclusive of taxes)
10:00 am | 3:30 pm
Programme Highlights
- Studio tour: Understand the complete ceramic process, from wedging to glaze firing.
- Wedging techniques
- Centering, coning & opening clay
- Pulling techniques
- Learning to throw cylinders
- Exploring forms – Cylinders, bowls & plates
What to Expect
Our 5-day Wheel Throwing Programme is designed for beginners who want to build a strong foundation in wheel throwing through the right techniques and consistent practice.
Building on the fundamentals introduced in our 3-day course, the additional time allows you to reinforce key skills, develop muscle memory, improve control on the wheel, and explore a wider range of forms.
Throughout the course, you will work on essential techniques such as wedging, centering, opening, pulling walls, and shaping forms, with a focus on developing consistency and greater confidence on the wheel.
To support your learning, most of the pieces you make will be cut open to examine wall thickness and identify areas for improvement. This hands-on feedback is an integral part of our teaching methodology, helping you understand the structure of each form and refine your technique through practice and repetition.
The emphasis is on learning pottery and developing sound technique, rather than producing a fixed number of finished pieces.
To Book
Please send us a WhatsApp message at +91 9958488352 or email us at pottery@houseofniso.com with the following details:
- Preferred start date – We will confirm availability and share the available dates with you.
- Preferred time slot – Morning: 10:00 am or Afternoon: 3:30 pm
A 50% booking fee is required to confirm your enrolment. The remaining 50% is payable on Day 1 of the course, before the course begins.
Note: The course must be completed on consecutive days from the selected start date, excluding our studio’s weekly off day.
CANCELLATION & RESCHEDULING
The booking amount is non-refundable. However, we are happy to reschedule your course within the next 6 months, subject to mutual availability.
For rescheduling requests, kindly inform us at least 3 days before the start date of your course.
Short Courses – Everything Else You Need to Know
Glazing, Firing & Delivery
The course fee for our short programmes does not include glazing or firing services.
Wheel-Thrown Pieces
If you would like us to glaze and fire your wheel-thrown pieces, the charge is INR 1,000 per piece. The glazing and firing process takes approximately 30–40 days.
Plates are not included in the glaze firing service for these programmes.
Once your pieces are ready, you are welcome to collect them from the studio. Please send us a WhatsApp message before your visit so we can have your work ready for collection.
We kindly request that all finished pieces be collected within three months, after which any unclaimed work will be donated to children from the surrounding village.
Hand-Built Pieces – 5-Day Wheel Throwing Immersion
Please note that we do not offer glaze firing for hand-built pieces made during the 5-Day Wheel Throwing Immersion.
We can, however, offer high-fire bisque firing at an additional charge of INR 300–1,200 per piece, depending on the size of the piece.
Delivery Within India
We offer delivery of student pieces within India only.
For wheel-thrown pieces, delivery is available for an additional INR 300 per piece. You can expect to receive your glazed pieces within 40–50 days from the date of your course.
For hand-built pieces made during the 5-Day & 10-Day Wheel Throwing Immersion, delivery charges range from INR 300–600 per piece, depending on the size and weight of the piece.
Delivery of the 2 included pieces (10 Day Immersion Course) within India is charged separately at INR 300–500 approximately, depending on the total weight.
Stay & Meals
Accommodation and meals are not included in the programme fee.
There are several Airbnbs, guesthouses, and hotels across a range of budgets within walking or cycling distance of the studio. If required, we are happy to share a curated list of recommended stays during the admission process. You are free to choose accommodation that best suits your preferences and budget.
Please visit the Location section to get a better understanding of the area.
Studio Guidelines
To ensure a safe, respectful, and enjoyable learning environment, we request all participants to follow these studio guidelines:
- You will be taught the correct wedging technique and are expected to wedge your own clay at the beginning of each session.
- Please clean your wheel, tools, and workstation before leaving the studio, ensuring the space is ready for the next participant.
- Be respectful and considerate of others, and observe the etiquette of working in a shared studio environment.
- Keep your fingernails short and neatly trimmed, as this is essential for comfortable and effective wheel throwing.
- Wear comfortable clothing that you don't mind getting clay on.
- Although we offer flexibility in scheduling based on studio availability, we recommend completing all five sessions within two weeks, as each class builds upon the techniques learned in the previous session.
Teaching Methodology
Our teaching approach is rooted in strong fundamentals, consistent practice, and thoughtful feedback. Each course combines demonstrations, guided instruction, and structured self-practice, with hands-on learning at its core.
Learning videos are shared to help reinforce techniques beyond the studio.
A key part of our methodology is dissecting most of the pieces you make to examine wall thickness, understand form, and receive detailed feedback. This process allows you to identify mistakes, make corrections, and build technical confidence through repetition and refinement.
Pottery is a slow craft that requires patience and regular practice. While a 3-10 day course will not make you a professional potter, it will equip you with the essential skills, techniques, and understanding needed to build a strong foundation and continue your pottery journey with confidence.
We Use
Clay
- Stoneware clay for wheel sessions, with bisque firing at Cone 06 and glaze firing at Cone 6.
- Terracotta clay for hand-building sessions, with bisque firing at Cone 06. Student hand-built pieces are not glaze fired.
Wheels
Electric pottery wheels.
Kiln
Electric kiln.
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5-Day Wheel Throwing Immersion
This course is ideal if you want to explore different aspects of ceramics in a short period of time. It includes wheel throwing, trimming, and hand-building.
No prior experience required
10-Day Wheel Throwing Immersion
This course is ideal if you want to explore the complete process of ceramic making in a short period of time, with a hands-on understanding of the journey from wheel throwing to glazing.
No prior experience required
4-Week Wheel Throwing Programme
A focused programme designed to build a strong foundation in wheel throwing through intensive practice and consistent learning.
4 fired pieces included
8-Week Wheel Throwing Programme
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8 fired pieces included
