Beginning Hand Building Class

Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to build on existing skills, our beginning hand building classes are the perfect place to start. Join us and unleash your inner artist!
In the Beginners Hand Building Class, you'll learn a variety of techniques over 16 weeks (two terms) to create your own handmade pottery.

Here are some of the items you'll learn to make:
  • Pinch and coil pots
  • Coiled pots and textured bowls
  • Orbs and textured slabs
  • Mugs, vases, and utensil/pencil holders
  • 3D slab tiles
  • Garden art projects like leaves, water bowls, small totems, and things on sticks

Throughout the course, you'll also be introduced to various glazing techniques, such as double dipping, using oxides, and applying slips.

Here's an overview of the techniques you'll cover:
  • Texture clay with ball clay and plaster moulds
  • Joining small slabs
  • Glazing with hot wax, coloured glazes, and over-glazes
  • Building with slabs and applying sgraffito
  • Using underglaze and discussing shiny clear/satin glazes
  • Demonstrate spraying and glaze test tiles​

Apply now to join the Beginners Hand Building Class and discover the joy of making your own pottery.
 Weekly Term Beginning Hand Building Pottery Classes   
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Day     Class Code      Time                              Description                                                                              Tutor                        

Monday (B13)  12.30pm - 3.00pm           Beginners hand building class. (L1).                          Tutor: Paula Archibald
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Thursday (B9)        1.00pm-3.00pm             Beginners hand building class. (L1)                          Tutor: Rod Graham
                                                                                          Cost $270 per term includes clay & firing charges  
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