Special Offer
4 Week Pottery Course in Collingwood, Melbourne
(+2 more dates)(Private Dates Available)
Description
FLASH SALE MONDAY 8TH APRIL 6-8:30pm CLASS
Support a not-for-profit! This is an introductory pottery course that explores the exciting world of clay wheel-throwing.
The course consists of 10 contact hours spread over 4 x weekly 2.5 hour sessions.
No prior experience needed. Perfect for beginners.
You will learn the basics of ceramics in a friendly and encouraging environment, starting with a broad slab of clay and progressing all the way through to a finished piece of pottery work. We will focus on making functional ware such as pottery cups, bowls and vases.
The course covers: basic pottery theory; ceramics OH&S and good studio practice; wedging; centering; the forming of vessels on the pottery wheel; finishing techniques such as trimming and decorating and glazing.
The course will be limited to 8 participants, allowing for lots of individual tuition.
All biqsued/ glazed finished pottery works are charged at $12 per Kilo.
No shows will not be refunded, as we are a not for profit, any transfer of classes will incur a $10 fee to cover admin staff time.
At this stage we do not have capacity for make up classes.
PLEASE WEAR COMFORTABLE CLOTHES AND SHOES YOU DON'T MIND GETTING DIRTY.
PLEASE MAKE SURE YOUR NAILS ARE SHORT. Long nails may affect your work.
Pieces can be collected 3 -4 weeks after the course finishes.
All profits from workshops held at Little Woods go towards helping fund the programs of Jesuit Social Services.
We are an accredited NDIS provider.
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What you will learn
- A compresensive and hands on overveiw of the ceramic process
- Wheel throwing, centring, trimming, and in depth look at the firing stages
- How to decorating and glaze your works with a varitey techinqiues
What you will get
- High quality tuition from our friendly artist-teachers
- Your own unique ceramic works, perfect for display or functional use
- A chance to purchase discounted clay and tools to continue your practise at home
What to bring
- Bring own clean towel and apron to each class
What to wear
Casual clothing
Appropriate for
Those who want to develop their skills
Little Woods Studio is the open-to-the-public offshoot of the Artful Dodgers Studios, a not-for-profit art and music space providing holistic support for young people living under challenging circumstances. All profits from workshops held at Little Woods go towards helping fund Artful Dodgers Studios.
We are a welcoming and inclusive creative hub whose aim is to nurture both the flourishing of individual creative passions and the growth of a connected community.
Your Teacher
Support a not-for-profit! This is an introductory course that explores the exciting world of wheel-throwing.
The course consists of 10 contact hours spread over 4 x weekly 2.5 hour sessions.
No prior experience needed. Perfect for beginners.
You will learn the basics of ceramics in a friendly and encouraging environment, starting with a broad slab of clay and progressing all the way through to a finished piece of work. We will focus on making functional ware such as cups, bowls and vases.
The course covers: basic ceramic theory; ceramics OH&S and good studio practice; wedging; centering; the forming of vessels on the wheel; finishing techniques such as trimming and decorating and glazing.
The course will be limited to 8 participants, allowing for lots of individual tuition.
All biqsued/ glazed finished works are charged at $12 per Kilo.
Students are to bring their own clean towel and apron to each class.
No shows will not be refunded, as we are a not for profit, any transfer of classes will incur a $10 fee to cover admin staff time.
Unfortunately we do not have capacity for make-up classes.
PLEASE WEAR COMFORTABLE CLOTHES AND SHOES YOU DON'T MIND GETTING DIRTY.
WHEN USING THE WHEEL, PLEASE MAKE SURE YOUR NAILS ARE SHORT.
Pieces can be collected 3 -4 week after the course finishes.
No prior experience needed. Perfect for beginners.
All profits from workshops held at Little Woods go towards the work of Jesuit Social Services.
We are an accredited NDIS provider.
Cancellations & Refunds
If the organiser cancels the class:
You are entitled to a full refund.
If you can't attend the class:
You’re welcome to send someone in your place.
OR
- A refund can be requested 14 days before class starts. An admin fee of AU$10.00 applies.
- A transfer can be requested 14 days before the class starts. An admin fee of AU$10.00 applies.
No changes will be allowed after these times.
We recommend the refund upgrade option upon checkout in case you’re not able to attend the class. Learn more about refund upgrade option.
Terms & Conditions
We require 2 week notice in writing (email) prior to the class commencing for a full refund or transfer. In the event that a class is cancelled, students will be notified via text message or email and will be given a full refund. No shows will not be refunded. As we are a not for profit, any transfer of classes will incur a $10 fee to cover admin staff time.
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