Ceramics Workshop at Black Duck Studio - Creative Crafting Experience
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Discover the art of ceramics in this engaging 8-week handbuilding course at Black Duck Studio. Perfect for beginners and creatives, it offers expert guidance and a relaxed atmosphere to craft your own pottery pieces.
8 Week Handbuilding Course
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About This Adventure
Join an engaging 8-week course where you'll master hand-building and glazing techniques to create stunning ceramic pieces like bowls, mugs, and planters. Enjoy a fun atmosphere with expert guidance, and feel free to bring your own ideas or sip on tea, coffee, or wine as you unleash your creativity!
In this 8 week course, you will learn hand-building and glazing techniques to enable you to feel confident creating your own ceramic pieces.
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We have all the tools, materials, and know-how to get you making beautiful pieces; bowls, mugs, jewellery, planters – bring your own ideas or we have lots! We have tea and coffee available for you and you are welcome to bring wine too! It’s great fun and we have awesome teachers to guide you through the course.
Please note course conditions: We are unable to offer make-up classes if you are unable to attend sessions during the course. If above standard size pieces are made you will be charged additionally for firing, glazing and materials. The additional cost usually works out to be $20 for making and $20 for the glazing workshop i.e. an additional $40 per piece. Standard size is up to 12cm x 12cm. This course does not include wheel work.
Adventure Tips
Bring Your Creativity
Feel free to bring your own ideas or designs to personalize your ceramic pieces.
Stay Hydrated
Bring a bottle of water or beverage to keep energized during the relaxing crafting sessions.
Dress Comfortably
Wear comfortable, old clothes that you don’t mind getting clay on.
Ask Questions
Instructors encourage you to ask questions and get hands-on help at every step.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Bird species like rainbow lorikeets
- Urban fox sightings
History
Black Duck Studio has been a cornerstone of the local arts scene for over a decade, fostering community creativity.
Conservation
The studio emphasizes sustainable practices, including eco-friendly glazing and waste reduction efforts.
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Old Clothes or Apron
Protect your clothing from clay and glazing materials during the workshop.
Notebook and Pen
Jot down techniques or ideas to remember what you've learned.
Reusable Water Bottle
Stay hydrated during your creative session.
Small Towel or Cloth
Wipe hands and keep your workspace tidy.