Throw Your First Pot On The Wheel in 10 Minutes (Here’s Proof)

You don’t need years of practice to throw pottery on a wheel. In this video, I’ll show you exactly how to throw your first piece of pottery in 10 minutes, even if you’ve never touched clay before. This is not a theory lesson. This is not an art-school approach. It’s a step-by-step, no-fluff method designed to get beginners past the hardest part of pottery: 👉 getting started without frustration. In this video you’ll learn: How to center clay quickly (the part everyone struggles with) The exact hand positions I teach beginners The most common beginner mistakes (and how to avoid them) How to get a usable form on your very first try If you’ve ever wanted to try pottery but felt intimidated by the wheel—this video is for you. 🔔 Subscribe for practical pottery, studio tips, and making art work in the real world. 00:12 - intro 01:30 - The term 'THROW' 01:54 - What is Clay? 02:58 - Wedging 04:32 - The Wheel 05:45 - The Tools 07:37 - STEP ONE - CENTERING 17:35 - STEP TWO - OPENING 25:04 - STEP THREE - PULLING