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.
HAND-BUILDING CLASSES:
TERM 2, 2026!
will open for bookings on
Monday, 23rd of March at 7:00am sharp!
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Freestyle hand-building - with Cat: Tuesday Mornings
Tuesday Mornings, 10:00am - 12:30pm
21st April- 19th May 20265 Weeks
Suitable 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, 6:30pm - 9pm
21st April- 19th May 20265 Weeks
Suitable 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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Serving Platters with Estefany - Wednesday Evenings
Wednesday Evenings, 6:30pm - 9pm
22nd April - 20th May 20265 weeks
Suitable for all levels
Create your own serving platters in this 5-week Hand Building class.
Estefany will help you create your own serving platters using simple slab techniques. You will be encouraged to use textures and decorating techniques, including using ceramic transfer patterns, making your platters completely unique.
These serving platters are a great way to elevate your meals, or to use as beautiful cheese/nibbles platters.
Clay and tools will need to be purchased for this class, and firings are paid separately.
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Introduction to Hand Building with Porcelain - Thursday Evenings
Thursday Evenings 6:30 - 9pm
23rd April - 21st May5 weeks
Suitable for all levels
Discover the magic of working with Porcelain!
In this 5-week class you will be able to experiment with Porcelain clay. The focus of the class will be making vessels that imitate crumpled paper!
You will be guided by Cat as to how to work with this beautiful medium, and how to prevent cracking in your work, all the while learning how to create your pieces with care and attention to detail.
Cat will teach you various tips and tricks, all you need to bring is your willingness to learn and have fun!
Students will share a bag of porcelain, making it more affordable for participants.
Clay and tools will need to be purchased for this class, and firings are paid separately.
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Drawing on Clay with Susan St Lawrence - Thursday Mornings
Thursday Mornings 10:00am - 12:30pm
30th April - 18th June8 weeks
Suitable for all levels
Expanding on Term 1, Susan will focus on vertical forms as a canvas. You'll trial a variety of methods, materials and techniques to find the best way for you to create the result you want.
In this 8 week class you will:
· Learn how to make vessels using a variety of construction methods.
· Investigate different clay illustration methods, techniques and materials that have worked for others through the ages.
· Experiment with several techniques to see which ones you love and will best work for you.
Susan St Lawrence has a Bachelor of Visual Arts and a Diploma of Ceramic Arts and is a ceramist, bronze caster and tutor known for her narrative sculptural works.
She teaches drawing, creativity and ceramic sculpture and exhibits regularly as one half of the Small Stories duo with Helen Perrett.
Clay and tools will need to be purchased for this class, and glazing/firings will be done by our technicians and will need to be paid on a weigh and pay basis