Oxart Taradale Introduction to the Wheel
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Description
About this experience
This class is designed to introduce you to the exciting world of wheel thrown pottery.
Master potter Clare Shannon will lead you through the basics of clay selection and preparation, tool selection, and operation of the pottery wheel. This class is purposefully presented as a small group ensuring you have enough time with Clare to learn enough to be comfortable when starting regular classes. All materials and firing in these classes are included in the cost. You will be contacted via email when your work is available to be collected. Oxart will hold your pots for a limited time before they are recycled.
Your Host
Clare is an innovative artist and educator with a passion for pottery and is local to the Macedon Ranges. She has over 30 years’ experience in the ceramics industry, holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Ceramics and a Diploma of Education in Teaching. She is highly skilled at producing functional pottery on the wheel and hand building is her personal favourite. Clare offers fun, engaging and creative experiences at Oxart Studios.
What you will learn
- This class is designed to introduce you to the exciting world of wheel thrown pottery.
What you will get
- All materials and firing are included in the lesson price and fired items will be available to collect at the end of term.
Parking in Roderick Street.
What to bring
- Just your enthusiasm and a towel!
What to wear
Please wear comfortable clothes to get messy in and an apron if you have one!.
Appropriate for
Open to anyone interested to learn pottery!
From Studio in Taradale, Oxart produces a wide variety of pottery products and operates a vibrant pottery school. The range of functional pottery items produced is designed to be used on a daily basis, mugs, plates, platters and teapots are just a few of the items.
Cancellations & Refunds
If the organiser cancels the class:
You are entitled to a full refund.
If you can't attend the class:
You may cancel anytime before class starts and claim a full refund or transfer or credit note.
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
Anyone partaking in any classes or coming to any events at OXART pottery or organised by OXART pottery must agree to these terms and conditions.
1.) LIABILITY WAIVER
I agree to take on full responsibility for any damages, injuries and for physical and/or personal property, which I might incur whilst participating in classes and/or events organised by OXART pottery .
2.) PHOTO & VIDEO
I agree to give OXART pottery unrestricted publishing rights for any photographs or videos taken at OXART pottery classes and events or on OXART pottery ’s premises. (For use of OXART pottery marketing materials).