In this workshop, participants will learn the basics of creating pottery on the wheel! Taught by Amy Smoot, this workshop will walk participants through the basics of prepping clay, throwing their piece, and finishing their work. Days 1 and 2 will be spent throwing on the wheel, and day 3 will be spent glazing. Clay and glazes are included, and instructor will supply tools. All experience levels welcome! There is no minimum for this class, but there is a maximum of 4 participants per session. No refunds will be given once registration closes. Each session will consist of three days. Session A: May 3, 4, and 11, 2023 Session B: May 17, 18, and 25, 2023 About Amy Smoot: Amy Smoot is from Carrollton, GA and currently resides in Tuscaloosa, AL. She received her BFA in ceramics from the University of West Georgia in 2015. While there, she was studio technician and research assistant in the ceramics area. In 2019 she received her MFA from The University of Alabama where she first began teaching ceramics as a graduate assistant. Her practice consists of all types of ceramics techniques including mold-making, slip-casting, hand building, and wheel thrown pottery.   This workshop is sponsored in part by the Alabama State Council on the Arts.