Introduction to Hand Building Workshop
Hand Building Workshop
This workshop is suited to anyone interested in creating functional items not on the pottery wheel.
No experience necessary.
Hand building techniques will be demonstrated including:
- how to roll out clay to create small plates, pinch pots, trays & spoons, small planters.
- how to use a variety of stoneware clays & incorporate texture
- clay & tools are provided.
All Items will be fired twice. Items will be glazed by the studio - and will be food safe. Students will be notified when work is ready to be collected approximately 2-3 weeks after.
Students can make up to 5 items to fire and glaze. * If you would like to keep extra pieces made on the day there will be a small firing charge, please discuss with Sarah on the day.
Enjoy a glass of wine, non alcoholic beverage, kombucha and some cheese whilst learning how to hand build in a relaxed studio environment.
Kids 8+ are welcome to join as long as they are accompanied by an adult.
The studio is a comfortable working space with heating & air conditioning, complete with shop. EFT facilities & gift wrapping available.
Cancellations & Transfer Policy
Bookings cancelled up to 7 days prior to the class date will be refunded in full. Bookings cancelled 7 days or less before the class date will be refunded only if the vacancy can be resold at full price. If not resold the purchase price is forfeited. Alternatively, you are welcome to transfer your ticket to another person (please advise name of alternate within 24 hours of function).
- How to work your clay into organic, free formed functional platters, pinch bowls, spoons.
- How to incorporate texture and apply surface decoration.
- How to create hand formed, organic pieces which can be used in the home.
- A set of your creations made on the day. Students will be notified once work has been glazed and ready to collect.
- Grazing platter, a glass of wine & non-alcoholic beverages.
Please also note, that if you are driving you cannot park on Kent St as it’s permit only, try St David St or Moor St.
Casual comfortable clothes and closed in footwear.
No experience necessary. Children welcome if accompanied by an adult. Minimum age for children is 8yrs.
Sarah Schembri Ceramics Pty Ltd
Vendor since 2017
Sarah Schembri is a Melbourne Ceramic Artist who is passionate about creating functional, tactile and visually appealing ceramics, particularly tableware. Being a lover of cooking and food in general, she is most interested in making pieces that are a pleasure to use in the home, pieces which are not only visually appealing but also functional & tactile.
“There is something quite special about using pieces that are handmade - the experience and food taste better. This is a feeling that I think about when I'm creating, it's part of the experience I want to share with others.” - Sarah
Cancellations & Transfer Policy
Bookings cancelled up to 7 days prior to the class will be refunded in full or transferred to a later date less an admin fee.
Bookings cancelled 7 days or less before the class will be refunded (less 20% admin fee) if the vacancy can be resold at full price. If not resold the purchase price is forfeited. Alternatively, you are welcome to transfer your ticket to another person (please advise name of alternate within 24 hours of function)
Anyone partaking in any classes or coming to any events at Sarah Schembri Ceramics Pty Ltd or organised by Sarah Schembri Ceramics Pty Ltd 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 Sarah Schembri Ceramics Pty Ltd .
2.) PHOTO & VIDEO
I agree to give Sarah Schembri Ceramics Pty Ltd unrestricted publishing rights for any photographs or videos taken at Sarah Schembri Ceramics Pty Ltd classes and events or on Sarah Schembri Ceramics Pty Ltd 's premises. (For use of Sarah Schembri Ceramics Pty Ltd marketing materials).
3.) REFUNDS
Sarah Schembri Ceramics Pty Ltd requires 48 hours notice in writing prior to the class for a full refund or transfer.
4.) CANCELLATIONS
In the event that a class is cancelled, students will be notified via text message or email and entitled to a full refund or credit.
Cancellations & Transfer Policy
- Bookings cancelled up to 7 days prior to the class will be refunded in full or transferred to a later date less an admin fee.
- Bookings cancelled 7 days or less before the class will be refunded (less 20% admin fee) if the vacancy can be resold at full price. If not resold the purchase price is forfeited. Alternatively, you are welcome to transfer your ticket to another person (please advise name of alternate within 24 hours of function)
23 February 2020 • Introduction to Hand Building Workshop
My mum and I did Sarah’s intro to hand building workshop and it was excellent! Sarah was a great teacher and created a very welcoming and encouraging environment. The course was very good value too, we made multiple pieces of varying sizes and it also included wine and a delicious spread put on by Sarah. Would highly recommend!
23 February 2020 • Introduction to Hand Building Workshop
I've participated in a few of Sarahs workshops, and this one was no different. The experience was amazing, we were greeted by smiling face, and humbly welcomed into her beautiful studio. After a nibbling on a grazing table and having a glass of wine we had a quick introduction to Sarah before getting into a demonstration and then onto the clay. Overall, the 3 hours in the space were welcoming, informative and we felt supported in our endeavours to make some vases and plates. I would recommend this workshop for individuals and groups.
22 February 2020 • Introduction to Hand Building Workshop
Sarah's class has a wonderful and relaxed environment. She let's you set the pace while she attends and assists as needed. Different techniques and designs are demonstrated and she offers a kind of template (to follow if you wish) but supports all individual pursuits as well. I used so many different tools. She provides lots of snacks, coffee, prosecco, and I can't wait to come back for a wheel class.