Ceramics for Beginners

Ceramics for Beginners
Discover the art of ceramics in this hands-on 6-week course (delivered across 7 weeks), perfect for anyone eager to explore the fundamentals of clay work. Guided by experienced tutors, you’ll learn a range of techniques including hand-building, wheel-throwing, decorating, glazing, and firing. By the end of the course, you’ll create unique ceramic pieces such as food-safe ware, small sculptures, or decorative items.

Each session begins with a tutor-led demonstration to introduce key skills and techniques. You’ll then have dedicated time to practice, experiment, and refine your skills with expert support on hand to guide you.


Course Structure
Weeks 1 - 4:
Learn the foundations of ceramics through a series of hand-building techniques and wheel-throwing practice. Each week you’ll complete a small project.

Week 5:
No class - break week to allow for drying and firing.
(Students can make use of their Pumphouse membership for extra studio time.)

Weeks 6 - 7:
Explore glazing techniques and prepare your works for their final firing.
(Final glaze firings will take up to four weeks. You’ll be notified when your finished pieces are ready for collection.)

Venue
This course takes place at our new partner venue - The Pumphouse, Albury.

Course Benefits
As part of this program, each student will receive a 2-month Pumphouse Casual Membership, giving you:
- Independent access to The Pumphouse during staffed hours.
- All benefits available to Casual Monthly Makers. View the full list of membership benefits on the Pumphouse website.
Important: Completion of a safety induction at The Pumphouse is required before the course begins to activate your membership benefits.

Course Details:

6-week course (over 7 weeks)
Wednesdays, 5:30pm – 8:30pm
4 February – 18 March 2026

What to Bring:
- Covered-toe shoes
- Apron
- Old towel