Beginner Wheel Throwing Taster Workshop

Come and enjoy wheel throwing in our beautiful Braeside studio!



1.5 hours Class size 1 to 25 guests

  $89 - $99 (Earlybird price of $89 applies if you book into a public session 30+ days ahead, otherwise $99 per guest when you book for 1+ guests, $89/guest for 4+ guests) (Afterpay available)

Looking for something fun, unique, and creative to do in Melbourne?
Join us for a one and half hour Wheel Throwing Taster Class at McCanless Pottery!
This budget-friendly option is perfect for beginners or anyone with a little prior experience who wants to experience the magic of transforming a simple lump of clay into a beautiful, functional work of art. Please note: as this is our budget option.
Your instructor will guide you step-by-step through wheel throwing techniques such as centering and collaring, as well as how to use a variety of pottery tools. You’ll have the freedom to create at your own pace—whether it’s a bowl, cup, or vase—and receive both group and individual guidance along the way.
More than just a class, this is a chance to unwind, connect, and get creative. Come solo, with a partner, or bring your friends and loved ones. Leave behind the hustle and bustle for an hour and enjoy the calming, joyful process of working with clay.
What you'll get
  • Unlimited use of clay and tools.
  • Make as many pieces as you like in this session with one of your creations signed and kiln-fired to completion. One piece is included in the class.
  • Additional pieces can be purchased for $10 each to be glazed and fired.
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Knowledge required
Beginner-friendly. 8+ years.
What to bring
Your creative and enthusiastic self!
Add-on available for this class
  • Bubbles or Red Wine ($10)
You can add this when you book (optional).
Suitable for

This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a date idea, team building activity, Christmas party, birthday or hens party.

Suitable for adults, and kids (minimum 8 years old).

An adult must accompany any attending kids, and must pay for a separate ticket.

This experience would also be a unique gift for her, gift for mum or gift for couples.

Location

Unit 3/35-37 Canterbury Road, Braeside VIC

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Welcome to McCanless Pottery! We are a creative clay space located in the beautiful bayside suburb of Braeside, Victoria.
We enthusiastically offer fun filled instruction in wheel throwing, hand building, sculpting, and ceramic brush decoration, in addition to our kiln firing services, term classes, studio access, and fun-filled classes for kids, formulated to unleash your child’s unique creative talents.
Our classes are designed to suit adults, and kids, and we support all social and cultural backgrounds including, but not limited to, the LGBTQI, NDIS and aged care communities.
We absolutely adore clay and are overjoyed to share our knowledge and passion with you. We want you to experience the incredible joy of turning a humble piece of clay into a decorative or functional work of art that will last a lifetime.
Founded by Peder Wilhelm McCanless, an internationally renowned studio potter, and originally from North Carolina, USA, McCanless Pottery offers a state of the art ceramic facility outfitted with the latest and most advanced equipment and materials, and a staff of industry professionals that have decades of experience to provide you with the most authentic pottery experience available.
Please join us as we enthusiastically share with you the remarkable and enriching craft of making handmade pottery.

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