Clay & Sip
Unleash your creativity in our 2.5-hour Clay & Sip, where you’ll craft unique pottery pieces in a fun, social setting. Guided by professional teachers, you’ll learn hand-building techniques to create your own ceramics, perfect for both beginners and experienced makers. Bring your favourite snacks and drinks for a memorable experience with friends or a solo adventure.
🔥 Hot Tip: Add firing & glazing as an add-on at checkout to save! (paying in studio is more expensive)
Glazing & Firing pieces
When it comes to getting your hands dirty with clay, we like to keep things interesting, which is why we use Mid Fire clay for our classes and workshops due to its exceptional qualities.
Not only is it more sustainable, but it also offers greater versatility when it comes to glazing and firing, ensuring your pieces are not only visually stunning but also functional for everyday use, including being microwave safe.
Polices & change of dates
Certain classes offer the choice to add Firing of your art pieces during checkout, while others include it in the class fee. Please review the class details and be sure to carefully read our terms & conditions, particularly those related to kiln breakages. Here
Details
You will learn
- Hand-Building Techniques: How to shape and sculpt clay manually without a pottery wheel to create unique ceramic forms.
- Ceramic Construction: How to use professional tools and mid-fire clay to create 1–2 functional or decorative pieces.
- Firing and Glazing Essentials: The importance of the finishing process to ensure pieces are durable, visually stunning, and microwave-safe.
You will get
- All clay, tools, and materials provided
- 2.5 hours of hands-on instruction from professional pottery teachers. Opportunity to create 1-2 unique ceramic pieces
- Glazing and firing available as an add-on. ($30 if purchased in studio)
Appropriate for
Socially-minded adults and beginners looking for a fun, relaxed evening of BYO drinks and hands-on pottery.
Preparation
What to bring
- Your favorite snacks and beverages (only glasses provided)
- Your creative spirit
What to wear
Comfortable, old clothes you don't mind getting a bit of clay on
Your Teacher
The Art Department Newcastle
7 reviewsWelcome to your creative sanctuary.
Located in the heart of Newcastle, The Art Department is more than just a pottery studio—it’s a space designed for mindfulness, self-expression, and the pure joy of discovery. We believe that pottery is a therapeutic journey, and we’ve built a sophisticated, modern environment where you can escape the noise and immerse yourself in the "therapeutic embrace of clay."
What sets us apart?
Whether you’re a first-timer looking for a social Clay and Sip session or a seasoned artisan seeking to master Advanced Wheel Throwing, our expert instructors are here to lead you through the intricacies of the craft. Our state-of-the-art facilities cater to every stage of the ceramic lifecycle, offering professional kiln firing, glazing services, and even "At Home Clay Kits" for those who want to keep creating beyond our walls.
Our Offerings:
Social Workshops: Experience our popular Clay and Sip and Hand Building sessions—perfect for birthdays, corporate events, or a creative weekend escape.
Skill-Based Training: From Beginner Wheel Throwing to specialized project workshops like Make Your Own Brekky Set, we help you build genuine technical skills.
Studio Memberships: For those ready to make pottery a lifestyle, our memberships offer exclusive weekly or monthly access to our tools and equipment—think of it as a "gym membership, but better."
At The Art Department, we don’t just teach you how to make objects; we provide the space and expertise for you to make a work of art. Join us at the wheel and find your sanctuary.
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