Introduction to Pottery - 6 week beginners pottery course

$450.00

Fee: $450
Class Size: Maximum 8 participants
When: Wednesdays, 11:45am–2:45pm
Dates: 22 July – 26 August 2026

This six-week beginner pottery course offers a hands-on introduction to the fundamental techniques of working with clay. Through a series of guided projects, participants will learn the basics of hand-building while developing creativity, confidence, and practical ceramic skills.

Course Outline

Week 1: Pinch Pots
Week 2: Coil Building
Week 3: Slab Construction
Week 4: Combining Techniques
Week 5: Independent Project – Your Choice
Week 6: Glazing

Amanda Ewing is a second-generation potter and experienced teacher, skilled in hand-building, sculpture, and wheel throwing. Participants will benefit from her lifelong relationship with clay, extensive practical knowledge, and passion for sharing the creative process.

All materials and equipment are supplied. Two pieces of work from each technique will be carefully dried and bisque-fired, ready for glazing in the final week. Finished pieces will be available for collection approximately two weeks after the course concludes.

We provide everything you need: 

  • Clay  

  • Tools, brushes and glazes 

  • Aprons and a snack 

  • Kiln firing

Fee: $450
Class Size: Maximum 8 participants
When: Wednesdays, 11:45am–2:45pm
Dates: 22 July – 26 August 2026

This six-week beginner pottery course offers a hands-on introduction to the fundamental techniques of working with clay. Through a series of guided projects, participants will learn the basics of hand-building while developing creativity, confidence, and practical ceramic skills.

Course Outline

Week 1: Pinch Pots
Week 2: Coil Building
Week 3: Slab Construction
Week 4: Combining Techniques
Week 5: Independent Project – Your Choice
Week 6: Glazing

Amanda Ewing is a second-generation potter and experienced teacher, skilled in hand-building, sculpture, and wheel throwing. Participants will benefit from her lifelong relationship with clay, extensive practical knowledge, and passion for sharing the creative process.

All materials and equipment are supplied. Two pieces of work from each technique will be carefully dried and bisque-fired, ready for glazing in the final week. Finished pieces will be available for collection approximately two weeks after the course concludes.

We provide everything you need: 

  • Clay  

  • Tools, brushes and glazes 

  • Aprons and a snack 

  • Kiln firing