Uploaded February 2026 | Updated September 2026, 6 hours ago

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Watch as high school teacher RJ Christensen gives a step by step guide for teaching wheel throwing in the classroom. Learn the basics of throwing and how to get started on the wheel. A great how-to for any newbie ceramicist or student!

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See more of RJ's work ➡️ https://rjchristensen.art/portfolio/

00:00 Meet RJ
00:31 Wedging
03:34 Beginning to Throw
05:34 Centering
08:39 Opening
11:36 Pulling
15:47 Shaping
17:14 Trimming
19:36 Tips to Remember