Do you sell alcohol at the studio?

No, the studio is not licensed. You may BYO wine, beer or mixers, but there are no on-site sales.

How long until my painted piece is ready?

After painting your piece dries for at least one day and is then fired; you should receive an email approximately two to three weeks later when it is ready for pickup.

Is firing included in the session price?

Yes — your piece will be fired after drying as described in the Paint-a-Piece inclusion; review the specific option you book to confirm.

What is the minimum number of tickets for the event to run?

The event requires a minimum of 10 tickets to proceed; if the minimum is not met you will be contacted within a week and offered a refund or a studio credit.

Can finished pieces be delivered?

Delivery of finished pieces is excluded from most options; plan to collect your work in person or arrange independent shipping.

Are young children allowed?

Children under seven must be accompanied by a participating adult; supervise them during the session to ensure safety around glazes and tools.

Final Stock Sale at Blackduck Studio in Towradgi — Paint-a-Piece & Ceramic Clearance

FINAL STOCK - SALE! at Blackduck Studio is a limited-time clearance of clay, glazes, and shelf stock that gives makers and visitors a practical, budget-friendly way to upgrade supplies while enjoying a hands-on ceramic session. The event takes place at 80b Towradgi Rd Towradgi, New South Wales, as the studio switches over its inventory and everything on the shelves must go. Central to the offering is Paint-a-Piece, a focused one-hour session during which you select a bisque-fired form from the shelf, choose underglaze colors, and receive step-by-step guidance on brushwork and layering to achieve specific finishes. Pieces dry for at least one day before final firing; roughly two to three weeks later the studio emails you that your finished piece is ready for pickup. Children under seven must be accompanied by a participating adult; the studio requires a minimum of ten tickets for the event - if not met you'll be offered a refund or studio credit. This sale is a rare inventory moment: unique bisque shapes, specialty glaze colors, and tools that studios sometimes retire make their last appearance here and then are gone. If you are visiting the Illawarra coast or staying in nearby Wollongong, combining morning time at Towradgi Beach with an easy afternoon at the studio creates a balanced day of outdoor and creative activity. Practicalities are straightforward: the studio is not a licensed venue, so they do not sell alcohol; bring any snacks or beverages you plan to enjoy, and respect the workspace. Finished-piece delivery is excluded from most options, so plan to pick up your fired work or arrange your own shipping if you need the piece sent elsewhere. Materials on offer are suitable for a wide range of skill levels — from first-timers painting a keepsake to experienced makers hunting for a new shape or glaze to experiment with. Meet at 80b Towradgi Rd Towradgi as noted in the listing and arrive a few minutes early so staff can get you set up and explain any safety notes about glaze handling. Because the workshop is compact and timed, work with a simple plan for your piece before you start — blocking in large color areas first saves time and reduces frustration. The studio’s clearance is a useful lesson in material life cycles: watching which glazes are phased out and how different clays respond to firing gives practical insights that are hard to get from online shopping alone. If the sale lists limited stock, move decisively—some pieces and glaze jars are one-of-one or available in very small quantities. FINAL STOCK - SALE! at Blackduck Studio is an economical, hands-on stop for travelers who want to leave Towradgi with something handmade and a clearer sense of ceramic process.

About Black Duck Studio Pty Ltd

Black Duck Studio Pty Ltd operates a hands-on ceramics studio offering classes, workshops and a local firing service. The studio runs after-school and homeschool clay clubs, term-based kids programs, multi-week handbuilding courses, one-off open hand-building sessions, and school holiday workshops. Many classes accept deposits to secure places, including Term 1, 2026 bookings with limited availability; if a preferred day is full the studio offers alternatives or refunds deposits.

Programs include dedicated kids courses for ages eight to teens with materials provided, 10-week after-school terms, and casual homeschool sessions. Adult learners can join an 8-week handbuilding and glazing course with expert guidance, or participate in open workshops designed for experienced potters wanting 90 minutes of clay work plus a painting session. The studio also runs themed workshops such as make-a-mug, make-a-dish, make-a-platter, and seasonal Christmas activities.

Black Duck Studio accommodates NDIS clients with two-hour workshops offering hand-building or glazing and complimentary beverages. A firing service supports local artists and crafters from drop-off through firing with pick-up updates. Event inquiries include private parties, donut tower involvement, and bespoke bookings for celebrations.

Bookings, deposits, and workshop details are published for each offering, and all class descriptions list included materials, session lengths, and post-firing pickup times where applicable. Black Duck Studio Pty Ltd presents practical, activity-based ceramics experiences aimed at learning, creativity, and accessible studio access for students, hobbyists, and community participants. Finished pieces are typically fired and available for pickup within two weeks when specified in the class description. Bookings are required online.