Learn handbuilding ceramic techniques (including slab making, coiling and pinch pots) as well as attaching handles, letters and light sculptural work in this 5 week term.
You will be fully guided by Andie (Handy Andie Ceramics) who will help you make whatever you'd like out of clay. Beginner to intermediate levels welcome.
Classes are structured but it is completely up to you if you want to follow them! If you already have an idea you'd like to bring to life, Andie will help you and give guidance.
Concession/sliding scale tickets available, please email if you'd like to attend but can't afford the current price - we can work something out! Payment plans available as well - please reach out via email (handyandieceramics@gmail.com) if you have any questions!
Class Term:
Week 1 - Tuesday 2nd June 2026 7pm to 9:30pm
- Andie will demonstrate how to make a plate/bowl using different techniques (slab, mould).
- Demonstration of ceramic carving and adding texture to pieces
- Students get to create their own plates/bowls and sculptures in any of the techniques shown or work on their own ideas
Week 2 - Tuesday 9th June 2026 7pm to 9:30pm
- Andie will demonstrate various sculptural techniques ( carving and solid sculpting)
- Andie will show how to use multiple clays together to create a pattern (neriage/marbling)
- Students get to create their own sculptures/marbled pieces or work on their own ideas.
Week 3 - Tuesday 16th June 2026 7pm to 9:30pm
- Andie will demonstrate how to make a mug using 3 different techniques (slab, coil & pinch) and show how to attach letters and a handle.
- Demonstration of how to stamp/indent letters and cutouts.
- Students get to create their own mugs in any of the techniques shown or work on their own ideas.
Week 4 - Tuesday 23rd June 2026 7pm to 9:30pm
- Students will receive their finished pieces back from the bisque firing
- Andie will demonstrate using underglaze and glazes on your bisqued pieces
- Students get to start glazing/underglazing their pieces
- Last week to create any new work
Week 5- Tuesday 30th June 2026 - 7pm to 9:30pm
- Students continue to glaze and underglaze their pieces
Important Info:
Dates:
- Tuesday 2nd June 2026
- Tuesday 9th June 2026
- Tuesday 16th June 2026
- Tuesday 23rd June 2026
- Tuesday 30th June 2026
Time: 7pm to 9:30pm (Classes begin at 7pm but doors open from 6:30pm)
Address: Vacant Assembly - 266 Montague Rd, West End QLD 4101
What you can expect:
- 2.5 hours per class
- All materials and tools supplied
- 5 kilos of midfire clay - more available for a fee
- All bisque and glaze firings in a kiln (for up to 5 kgs of work)
- Your items will be available for pickup from Vacant Assembly in around 3/4 weeks (or can be posted to you for a fee).
