# LEVEL 1: Beginners

## Introduction to Clay

### [<mark style="color:red;">Book Course</mark><mark style="color:red;">**↗**</mark>](https://tworks.growezy.club/introduction-to-ceramics)

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{% hint style="info" %} <mark style="color:blue;">**Please wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty as working with clay can be messy.**</mark>
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## Materials Provided

* Clay (pre-prepared and provided)
* Rolling pins
* Cutting tools (wire cutters, knives)
* ⁠Smoothing tools (sponge, rib)
* Texture tools (stamps, found objects)
* Apron
* &#x20;Sponges, and other surface decoration tools

## Class Content and Structure:

> * This workshop covers an overview of hand-building techniques, types of clay and preparation methods, and hands-on practice with pinch pots, coil, and slab building.
> * &#x20;Participants will also learn surface decoration and texture techniques and receive an introduction to pottery wheel throwing with individualized guidance.

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**After the class, the firing process will be conducted by the staff. Students will then be able to collect their pieces approximately 14 days afterward. Further instructions will be communicated accordingly.**
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## Photos of Class

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## Prerequisite Materials (Optional)

**Read the full Intro to Ceramics compiled by Sanjana** [<mark style="color:blue;">**here**</mark>](https://season-theater-7f5.notion.site/Beginner-s-guide-to-ceramics-e6e73220639a4fa38bc2ede1304e88f1)

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## [<mark style="color:red;">Book Course↗</mark>](https://growezy.club/tworks/events/CCFxZd8)
