Class Pass
Oxart Taradale - Wednesday Weekly Pottery Classes
(+2 more dates)
Description
* It is recommended for 'first timers' to do an introductory class prior to regular weekly classes. (unless by prior arrangement)
About this experience
Our weekly classes provide an enthusiastic environment for exploring your creativity with clay. Learn pottery wheel throwing techniques, the mastering of hand building and the joy of sculpture. The class is not structured to deliver particular outcomes; more to support your creative development and confidence with the medium. You will learn clay preparation through to decorating, glazing and firing techniques. All materials and firing are included in the cost of the lessons.
Your Host
Ian McColl, also known as 'Ox' achieved a Bachelor’s Degree in Ceramics at Bendigo hundreds of years ago and worked as a production potter for many years following at some well-known potteries in Victoria. He eventually did his teaching degree is also a school teacher with an extensive career behind him. Ox currently throws and makes pottery for some major wholesalers and our own gallery/shop whilst passing on his knowledge for 8years now at the Oxart Pottery School. Pottery classes have been thriving and the purpose designed Taradale studio offers a welcoming environment to unleash your creativity with clay!
What you will learn
- Learn pottery wheel throwing techniques, the mastering of hand building and the joy of sculpture.
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! (15yrs+)
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:
- A refund can be requested 1 day before class starts. Free of charge.
- A transfer can be requested 2 hours before the class starts. Free of charge.
- A credit note can be requested 2 hours before the class starts. Free of charge.
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
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).