HOW TO BOOK CLASSES
Our classes are released at the start of each term.
First we put them up on our booking website for preview along with a release date.
We do this so that you can decide on the class that works for you with out worrying that you are not going to have enough time to book.
Then on the specified date, using the same link they will be bookable.
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Please click here to view our covid protocols and terms and conditions
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If you can’t book into your class first please check what date the listings are bookable (see below this section) if you are booking on or after this date this probably means they are sold out.
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We are really sorry you cant get into the class you want! Make sure you are subscribed to our newsletter as that is where you will hear about new classes first
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Yes! Check out the link at the top of this page called Workshops & One off classes or click here
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Finished work will be available to collect 3 - 4 weeks after your course.
We will send you an email when your work is ready to be picked up.All completed work must be collected from The Clay Centre within 6 weeks of receiving your collection email.
Work will not be stored after 6 weeks due to space constraints.
NEW HAND BUILDING COURSES
Term 2 Hand Building courses will open for bookings on
Monday, 7th of April at 8:00am sharp!
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Freestyle hand-building - with Cat: Tuesday Mornings
Tuesday Mornings, 10:00am - 12:30pm
29th of April- 27th of May
5 WeeksSuitable for all levels
Do you have a ceramic project or is there something you've always wanted to build? Make it real! From coffee cups to clay origami pieces and everything in between, develop your skills and be inspired by others in this 5 week Hand Building class.
You are encouraged to bring your own ideas, and Cat will help you bring them to life. The options are endless, just bring your willingness to learn and have fun!
Clay and tools will need to be purchased for this class, and firings are paid separately.
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Freestyle hand-building - with Cat: Tuesday Evenings
Tuesday Evenings, 6:30 - 9:00pm
29th of April- 27th of May
5 WeeksSuitable for all levels
Do you have a ceramic project or is there something you've always wanted to build? Make it real! From coffee cups to clay origami pieces and everything in between, develop your skills and be inspired by others in this 5 week Hand Building class.
You are encouraged to bring your own ideas, and Cat will help you bring them to life. The options are endless, just bring your willingness to learn and have fun!
Clay and tools will need to be purchased for this class, and firings are paid separately.
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Clay Containers - with Estefany: Wednesday Evenings
Wednesday Evenings, 6:30 - 9:00pm
30th of April - 28th of May
5 WeeksSuitable for all levels
In this 5-week class we focus on making functional objects that will elevate your bathroom, bedroom, office and kitchen!
You will explore techniques such as slab building, coiling and surface decoration. Learning to use all these techniques will help build your familiarity and skills in working with clay as a material, and give you the expertise you need to create beautiful ceramics of your own.
Each week there will be a demonstration with a focus on building your skills. As we move through the course, you will be encouraged to bring your own ideas, and Estefany will help you bring these to life!
This course is suited to beginners, and can be tailored to suit those who have some experience working with clay.
Clay and tools will need to be purchased for this class, and firings are paid separately.
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Slab Built Vases - with Cat: Thursday Evenings
Thursday Evenings, 6:30 - 9:00pm
1st - 29th of May
5 WeeksSuitable for all levels
Explore the wonderful world of Slab Building under the guidance of our amazing tutor Cat.
Slab Building with clay involves making your pieces using flat slabs of clay cut to specific shapes and sizes, which are then joined together.
The earliest slab built pots are believed to be 18,000 years old!
The possibilities are endless, this is a fun and engaging way to work with clay and to develop your skills under the guidance of Cat Guevara.
Clay and tools will need to be purchased for this class, and firings are paid separately.
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Marbled clay, slab building and Kurinuki - with Iza: Saturday Mornings
Saturday Mornings, 10:00am - 12:30pm
10th of May - 7th of June
5 WeeksSuitable for all levels
This class will focus on marbling clay, slab building & Kurinuki .
Under the guidance of Iza, you will explore marbling with black, white, red and grey stoneware clays using slab building.
Throughout the 4-weeks you will learn different techniques, and in the final weeks you will be refining and glazing your pieces.
This is an exciting way of working with clay, all levels welcome!
Clay and tools will need to be purchased for this class, and firings are paid separately.