do you want to learn pottery?
Welcome! You have come to the right place!
Our pottery studio is a great environment for learning all things pottery. All classes are conducted by experienced and skilled teachers. Details on teachers and class times are below.
Details:
Each class goes for 3 hours and cost $30 per class. You will need to purchase your own clay from the studio and your teacher will charge you an additional fee for bisque and glaze firing.
How to book:
Get in touch today by emailing the teacher of your choice to find out more and check for spaces. Spaces are limited so please understand if there may be a delay in starting. ​
mEET OUR TEACHERS
Dan
Classes:
Monday 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Sunday 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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About me:
I love to throw big forms on the wheel. I'm passionate about exploring glazes and supporting my student's creative endeavours.
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I offer a range of classes, suited to every stage of pottery discovery. From beginner classes covering the basics, to advanced classes aimed at experienced potters wanting the freedom to pursue individual projects with professional guidance, focusing on advanced techniques and personal style development.
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Mark
Classes:
Tuesday 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Thursday 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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About me:
I am a part-time potter with over 30 years experience, including 10 years as a full-time potter.
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My skills are primarily in wheel-thrown functional stoneware, however, I have experience in hand-building. I make such items as bowls, mugs, teapots, vases and many more. These skills, I am happy to share with, and teach my students. I supply glazes and fire a kiln with student work most weeks.
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You don't have to be a creative person to learn pottery. Students can start as complete novices, or bring some experience. Either way, we have fun as we learn together and grow as potters.
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- Space is limited and booking in advance is essential -
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Edward
Classes:
Wednesday 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Saturday 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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About me:
I am a pottery artist and teacher. I enjoy all aspects of pottery creation, from recycling clay, to throwing, turning, decorating, glazing and firing. I especially look forward to opening the kiln after a firing to see the finished products.
I specialise in functional ware, including mugs, tumblers, bowls, platters, lidded vessels, mosquito coil holders, tagines, and casserole dishes. I also enjoy producing sculptural pieces. I sell my pottery locally.
In my class the emphasis is on having FUN while learning a new creative skill.
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- Space is limited and booking in advance is essential -
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Fiona
Classes:
Thursday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
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About me:
I fell in love with clay at primary school and it continues to challenge and inspire me. I have studied to BA Fine Art level majoring in Ceramics. During my nearly 30 years in Townsville, I have worked at schools and community groups.
My own studio trades as Next of Kin Handmade, making functional stoneware. I also have created several community and public art projects in North Queensland. The most recent one, Seasonal Circles with Dr Anneke Silver, is installed at Riverway.
As a potter, I enjoy using the wheel, hand building and mosaics.
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-Space is limited and booking in advance is essential -
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Louise
Classes:
Saturday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
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About me:
I have accumulated many skills as a hobbyist potter from handbuilding, throwing, firing and glazing during the last 35 years.
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I love exploring all the techniques clay can offer and I particularly enjoy the fact that there is always more to learn.
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My classes teach beginners throwing and handbuilding and, as the students become more experienced, I like to mentor their creative ideas. I am particularly keen to strengthen the students' skills in the glazing field, loading kilns and firing. I also demonstrate a different surface decoration technique every term.
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