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Frequently Asked Questions

• What materials are included in pottery wheel classes?

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  All materials are included in Slow Clay Centre's Friday Night Taster Wheel Throwing and Beginners' Wheel courses. For the 2-hour Taster Class, all materials are provided and two pieces are glazed and kiln-fired for collection a few weeks later. Classes are capped at 12 students to ensure adequate instruction time.

• How much do jewellery making courses cost?

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  Jewellery courses range in price depending on the stage. Introduction to Jewellery Making (Stages 1, 2, and 3) costs $513.00 including GST for each 5-week course with 3.5-hour classes per week. Consolidate & Advance courses (Stages 4-9) also cost $513.00 per stage with a $30.00 consumable charge per course. A Jewellery Taster class costs $220 for a 3-hour session, and the 8-week 'Learn to Make Jewellery' course is $615.

• What is the Ikebana Workshop and who teaches it?

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  The Ikebana Workshop is a hands-on introduction to the centuries-old Japanese art of flower arrangement. Classes are guided by Azumi, an ikebana master with over 30 years of experience. The workshop teaches the essentials of ikebana including balance of form, colour, space, and seasonal elements.

• Are art classes available for children?

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  Yes, multiple classes are available for children. Kids painting classes are offered for ages 5 and up during school holidays. Clay Club provides pottery lessons for children including wheel throwing opportunities. Family Pottery Classes accommodate one adult and one child together. After-school painting classes are available for ages 5 and up, with some classes starting at age 8.

• What class sizes are offered in art courses?

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  Class sizes vary by course type. Slow Clay Centre caps wheel throwing classes at 12 students. Jewellery taster classes limit enrolment to 7 people maximum. Linocut printmaking classes are limited to 4 students in a home studio setting. Resin workshops cap at 15 people. The 10-week Picture Book course keeps classes small to allow maximum one-on-one instruction time.

• Do I need prior experience to take an art class?

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  No prior experience is required for most classes. Painting for Beginners is specifically designed for absolute beginners who have never painted before. Jewellery Taster classes require no formal entry requirements. Linocut printmaking welcomes complete beginners. Most foundational courses are structured to accommodate those with no artistic background or skills.