{"product_id":"trimming-pots-masterclass","title":"Trimming Pots Masterclass","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn this workshop, we’re diving into one of the most satisfying parts of the pottery process — \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003etrimming\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTrimming is where your pieces really start to come to life. It’s not simply about removing excess clay; it’s about refining the shape, improving the balance and creating a finished form that feels intentional in both the hand and the eye.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou’ll learn how to set up and securely centre your leather-hard pieces before working through the fundamentals of trimming. We’ll look at how to remove excess weight from the base, flatten and refine the bottom, and shape the edge to create different profiles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe’ll also explore \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efoot rings and different base styles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, from clean flat bases and subtle sunken bases to more defined and sculptural designs. You’ll learn how your trimming choices can become part of your individual pottery style.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlong the way, we’ll cover how to control thickness and weight, add optional textures and details, and troubleshoot some of the most common trimming problems — including uneven bases, chatter marks, holes and wobbly pieces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you’re trimming cups, bowls or other wheel-thrown forms, this workshop will help you understand not just \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehow to trim, but why we trim\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is where your work goes from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“made” to “finished.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat you'll learn\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy trimming is an important part of the pottery process\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to work with clay at the leather-hard stage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to securely centre and hold your piece on the wheel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to remove excess clay and weight from the base\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to flatten and refine the bottom of your piece\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to shape the edge for different profiles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to create and refine a foot ring\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to control the thickness and weight of your piece\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDifferent base styles, including flat, sunken and raised designs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow trimming choices can influence the character of your work\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to add carved textures and decorative details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to refine and smooth your finished base\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to troubleshoot uneven bases, chatter, holes and wobbling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to develop cleaner, more controlled trimming through practice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The Pottery Studio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52774732333285,"sku":"WS-031","price":35.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0692\/9209\/7765\/files\/trimmingworkshop.webp?v=1788565198","url":"https:\/\/thepotterystudio.com.au\/products\/trimming-pots-masterclass","provider":"The Pottery Studio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}