• Overview of hand building tools for beginner potters
  • Beginners learning pinch pot method in ceramics class
  • Instructor demonstrating slab building technique
  • Students creating coil-built pottery in beginner class
  • Display of finished beginner hand-built ceramic pieces

Beginner Hand Building Course: Level 1 (6 Weeks)

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If you're interested in learning how to hand build, then our in-depth six-week Beginner Hand Building Course is the perfect place to start.

Over the course of the six-week, you'll learn not only the fundamentals of hand-building, including pinching, coiling, and soft and hard slab construction. You'll also be introduced to the world of sculpture, which is designed to push you outside of your comfort zone and explore your creativity, as well as encourage you to combine various fundamental techniques to create interesting and engaging pieces.

What will I learn?

During this six-week beginner pottery course, you will learn:

  • The ceramic process
  • How to wedge and recycle your clay
  • The foundations of hand building, including pinching, coiling, soft and hard slab building, sculpture and joinery
  • How to glaze your pieces

What will I make?

Over the course of the six weeks, you will have the opportunity to create a variety of different pieces, including cups, vases, bowls, plates, platters, and so much more.

See below for upcoming courses:

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Currumbin Waters

TUESDAY MORNINGS (TERM 4 - OCTOBER INTAKE)

◦ Time: 9:30-12pm QLD

◦ Session Dates: 1 Oct - 5 Nov

TUESDAY MORNINGS (TERM 4 - NOVEMBER INTAKE)

◦ Time: 9:30-12pm QLD

◦ Session Dates: 12 Nov - 17 Dec

WEDNESDAY EVENINGS (TERM 4 - NOVEMBER INTAKE)

◦ Time: 6-8:30pm QLD

◦ Session Dates: 13 Nov - 18 Dec

Please note, the cost of the course includes the use of equipment during session times, clay, and firing.

It's important to choose a time slot that suits your schedule across the six-week period. We do not offer make-up sessions or allow swapping of days.

After you have completed this course, you will then have the opportunity to apply for our membership program, which will allow you to return to the studio on a weekly basis and continue to create. Please note, spaces are limited. 

We require a minimum of three bookings in order to run this course. If we do not meet this minimum, we may cancel the course at any time and offer you a full refund or a credit to attend a course of the same value in the future.

You won't need to bring anything with you, but please wear comfortable clothes & shoes, have short nails, and remove all valuable jewellery.

Important deets!

Free Cancellation 7 days before your class or cancel within 7 Days to get a 100% Crockd Credit. See full refund policy here.

Take home + complimentary glazing +firing class included

Bondi:
2-4 Flood Street, Bondi NSW 2026

Neutral Bay:
81-91 Military Rd, Neutral Bay NSW 2089

Manly Fairlight:
243 Sydney Rd, Fairlight NSW 2094

All our locations are easy to get to!
✔ Street Parking Available
✔ Close to Public Transport
✔ Ground Floor Accessible

  • 2.0 hours
  • Course
  • Take home + complimentary glazing +firing class included