Ceramics: beginner handbuilding and wheel throwing

Our expert tutor will guide you in building practise-oriented skills, so you can construct ceramic forms both at the wheel and using hand-building techniques. 

An expert tutor will guide students through various clay production techniques with a focus on process and experimentation. You’ll be introduced to formative artists that work in ceramics and will gain an understanding of basic principles of working with clay.  

By the end of the course you’ll have finished either one sustained work or a collection of smaller pieces ready for firing.

If you’re a continuing student or have some ceramics experience, you’ll be supported to develop your skills by taking more complex approaches to your work. 

This course takes place on Wednesdays over 5 weeks:  

• Week 1: 8 May, 6pm to 8:30pm 

• Week 2: 15 May, 6pm to 8:30pm  

• Week 3: 22 May, 6pm to 8:30pm  

• Week 4: 29 May, 6pm to 8:30pm 

• Week 5: 5 June, 6pm to 8:30pm 

Small class size: up to 10 students

Level: designed for beginner level students

Wear: comfortable clothing and enclosed shoes (trousers recommended)

Bring: please bring your own apron and towel

Your works will be fired and ready to collect around 4 weeks after the course. We are unable to fire pieces made outside of the course.

We aim to present inclusive and accessible events. If you have any particular access or communication needs please contact Jana Hawkins-Andersen, programs coordinator on 02 9265 9789 or pinestreet@cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au

Bookings can be cancelled up to 7 days before the start of your course. Cancellations made after this will not be refunded. For more information see our terms and conditions.