Atelier d'initiation au tour de poterie

Pottery wheel initiation workshops in La Rochelle. Come and discover the practice of wheeling in order to shape your own clay objects: cups, bowls, ramekins, vases, ... I will guide you step by step on the potter's wheel to make you discover the gestures that will allow you to turn your first rooms ! First of all, we will share your ideas and your desires for creations. Feel free to bring images or objects that inspire you. On this basis, you will discover the technique of turning (more than 5000 years old!). Here are the steps that we will cover together: - Discovery of the earth, kneading and the different stages of firming - Use of the lathe and its tools - Accompanied individual practice in order to create your own pieces.​ We will alternate demonstrations and practice to allow you to learn the different stages of turning: centering, drilling, raising the ground, and finishing the shape. 45 € per session of 2h15