Wheel Throwing Workshop for Beginners —
4 weeks, meets Sundays 4PM, starting March 1st, 2026
Join us at El Studio for a hands-on introduction to the art of wheel throwing — a cozy, small-group series designed for true beginners (and anyone craving a creative reset).
This 4-week Sunday series, beginning March 1st, covers the essential foundations of wheel throwing ceramics. You’ll learn how to center clay on the wheel, pull walls, trim your pieces, add simple details, and glaze your finished work. This course is based on everything we taught ourselves when we first fell in love with pottery — practical, approachable, and focused on learning by doing.
It’s not about perfection or productivity. It’s about showing up, getting your hands muddy, and discovering a practice that helps you slow down and stay present.
You’ll leave with a solid foundation to continue practicing — and a few handmade pieces to show for it.
✨ What’s Included
4 guided sessions with a small group
All clay, materials, tools, and firings included
Step-by-step instruction with individual guidance
Time to create, unwind, and connect
Access to our studio during open studio time during the duration of your workshop (to continue working on your pieces)
💫 Schedule (Sundays only)
March 1 — Introduction to Wheel Throwing, preparing the clay, Centering on the wheel
March 8 — Throwing simple shapes
March 15 — Trimming & Finishing Forms
March 22 — Glazing Your Pieces
📍 Location
El Studio, by OCISLY Ceramics
5400 NE 4th Court, Miami
Please park in the “chica” or unmarked spots in our lot and enter through the double doors.
💰 Cost: $350
🎟️ Includes all materials, tools, firings, and instruction
Please sign up with an email you actively check.
The Aftermath
Please be patient, pottery takes time!
The process to prepare your pieces takes about 6 weeks. Please be patient and do not contact us until then. We are a small team trying to process pieces as fast as ceramics can be processed, and it is hard for us to keep up with incoming communications. Thank you for your patience!
You will receive an email from our team once your pieces are ready with pick-up information. Please sign up with an email that you actively check.
Cancellations
We understand that things can come up at the last minute, which is why we offer a cancellation policy in which we will grant a full refund of your ticket price if you give us a cancellation notice at least 48 hours before this workshop starts. Please do so via email at ocislyceramics@gmail.com.
Cancellations any time after that will not be refunded, and since we offer workshops occasionally we will try to re-schedule you in a future one or offer other studio activities.
If you can’t make it to any of the classes, we will try but cannot promise to be able to re-schedule alone time in the studio to make up for the time you missed. If you can’t pick up pieces on the last day, we will hold them for 1 month in the studio.
Wheel Throwing for Beginners — A Mindful Ceramics Experience in Miami
4 weeks · Wednesdays 7PM · Starting May 13, 2026
Discover one of the most grounding creative practices available — wheel throwing pottery. This beginner-friendly, small-group workshop in Miami is designed for anyone looking to slow down, disconnect from screens, and reconnect with something real.
Over four Wednesday evenings at El Studio (Miami), you'll learn the foundational skills of wheel throwing: centering clay, pulling walls, trimming, and glazing your finished pieces. But more than technique, you'll experience the meditative rhythm of working with your hands — a proven way to reduce stress, quiet the mind, and build presence.
Pottery is mindfulness in motion. Studies show that creative, tactile practices lower cortisol, support emotional regulation, and improve focus. Whether you're navigating burnout, looking for a screen-free hobby, or simply craving a weekly ritual that's just for you — this is it.
What you'll gain:
Core wheel throwing skills (centering, pulling, trimming, glazing)
A consistent weekly mindfulness and creative practice
A small, supportive community of fellow beginners
Handmade ceramic pieces to take home
Perfect for: beginners, burnout recovery, stress relief, mindfulness seekers, creative wellness, date nights, solo self-care, Miami locals looking for unique wellness experiences
What’s Included:
4 guided sessions with a small group
All clay, materials, tools, and firings included
Step-by-step instruction with individual guidance so you can learn the basics of wheel throwing
Access to our studio during open studio time for the duration of your workshop (4 weeks)
Schedule (Wednesdays only)
May 13 — Introduction to Wheel Throwing, preparing the clay, Centering on the wheel
May 20 — Throwing simple shapes
May 27 — Trimming & Finishing Forms
June 3 — Glazing Your Pieces
Location
El Studio, by OCISLY Ceramics
5400 NE 4th Court, Miami
Please park in the unmarked spots in our lot (pay to park) and enter through the double doors.
Cost: $340
Includes all materials, tools, firings, and instruction
Please sign up with an email you actively check.
The Aftermath — Please be patient, pottery takes time! Your pieces take approximately 6 weeks to process. Please do not contact us before then — we're a small team doing our best. You'll receive a pickup email once your pieces are ready. Make sure you sign up with an email you actively check.
Cancellations & Attendance Cancellations must be submitted via email to ocislyceramics@gmail.com at least 48 hours before your first class. No refunds for no-shows or late cancellations.
This is a multi-week course — there are no reschedules for missed modules. If you can't attend a session, it is your responsibility as a student to keep up with the coursework and use Open Studio hours to practice and catch up. Please only sign up if you can commit to the full schedule.
If you're unable to pick up your pieces on the final day, we'll hold them in the studio for one month.