Beginner's Wheel Throwing Pottery Course

Sydney

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Craft

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Pottery

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Wheel Throwing

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Kid Friendly

Beginner's Wheel Throwing Pottery Course

Learn wheel throwing, trimming and glazing pottery over three classes

Silky Shapes

4.9 (35)

3k followers

3 x 2 hours

1 to 10

$195 (or 4 payments of $48.75 via- Afterpay)

Sydney

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Craft

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Pottery

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Wheel Throwing

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Kid Friendly

What you'll do

In this series of three classes, you'll learn wheel throwing, trimming, and glazing basic cylinders. The classes are relaxed and perfect for beginners - you won't feel rushed at all.

You'll get detailed demonstrations, and lots of feedback wherever you need it; the classes are deliberately kept small so that you get enough attention from the teacher.

The finished (fired) pottery you make will be yours to keep. You'll create cylindrical ceramics, which could be any of the following (or even something different - let your imagination run wild!):

Bowls and plates
Mugs and cups
Stationary/cutlery holders
Planters or vases
Food bowl for your pet
Candle holder

Most students will create three different objects. Will yours be elegant? A bit crazy? Clever? Exploring themes from your childhood or your travels? Something unexpected? We can't wait to see what you'll make.

Each class is two hours long, and you'll enjoy one class per week, for three weeks - this allows enough time for drying and firing your pieces in between the classes. Note that you must attend the same time slot for the subsequent two weeks. E.g. if your first class is on 1st Jan, your second must be on 8th Jan, and your third must be 15th Jan. This is is because the students you'll be learning with in each workshop will all be at the same learning stage as you. $195 covers all three classes in the series.

Convenient free two-hour street parking on Hayberry Street and in Woolworths across the street from the studio.

We look forward to welcoming you!

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Knowledge required

Perfect for beginners.

What you'll get

All equipment and clay is provided.

What to bring

Masks are mandatory.

Please wear casual clothes and shoes. Long hair needs to be pulled back and nails need to be trimmed.

Please bring an apron or a towel.

Session repeats

This class series runs over 3 consecutive sessions, at the same time every week.

Suitable for

Suitable for adults, and kids (minimum 12 years old). An adult must accompany any attending kids, and must pay for a separate ticket.

This would also be a lovely gift for her, gift for mum or anniversary gift.

Silky Shapes is fully vaccinated against COVID-19, and adheres to COVID-19 government guidelines.

See additional precautions taken

Hand sanitiser at the door
All the wheels are 1.5m apart from each other
Max no. of people at the studio reduced to accommodate health advise.

Location

202/15 Falcon St, Crows Nest NSW

Your teacher

Silky Shapes

12+ years in pottery

4.9 (35)

3k followers

Silky Shapes Studio is a beautiful light-filled creative space for learning and practising pottery and ceramics.

We provide regular pottery classes for beginners and experienced potters.

We offer a variety of masterclasses that will help you to hone your skills and knowledge in ceramics.
We also host pottery corporate events, hens, birthdays and private celebrations at our venue.

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Megan Cribb • May 2022

The teacher was fantastic and very patient. A beautiful studio with all the materials you need. I learnt to make a cup from kneeding the clay, using the wheel, finishing and glazing. I am going to continue on with pottery at this studio.

Paul Martin • Mar 2022

Good introduction to creating pottery using the wheel, trimming and application of glazes. Teacher was attentive and helpful without taking over the process.

Beatrice Upton-Oettel • Mar 2022

Helpful and friendly, helped if you needed it but not overbearing. Super nice! Made the class even more enjoyable

Jeff Morehen • Feb 2022

The class was comprehensive and the teacher very helpful and supportive. The venue is not air conditioned so was hot and noisy due to traffic sounds from the opened window that together with need to wear masks due to COVID made listening difficult

Shaun Madden • Feb 2022

2 ClassBento workshops attended

I did the class with my wife.
The teacher was very good, very clear in her explanation, patient and helpful.
There
The venue was clean and comfortable

Tara Hill • Jan 2022

3 ClassBento workshops attended

Patient teacher with good instruction. Great class and the perfect amount of stress free time out with some inner creativity expression. Looking forward to doing some further classes.

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Garth McMurtrie • Dec 2021

Loved it. Lots of fun. Made some great stuff and met some nice people. The studio is relaxed with lots of like minded people.

Linda Barton • Jun 2021

Great value for money. Got straight into it without unnecessary details. I'm often frustrated with the slow pace of beginners classes but this one was perfect.

Leanne Clark • Dec 2020

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews

Wonderful gift for my husband and myself. Great teacher and so patient and helpful. we had so much fun.

Robyn Swan • Jan 2020

The teacher was so good she explained what I needed to do went away left me to try and then returned at the right time to show me more or correct my mistakes she was friendly calm and explained the process very clearly I felt very comfortable with her explanation.

It was a gift from my daughter and I feel I want to learn more about the process of pottery.

The room was cool and calm nice people going about the pottery process.

Melanie Lindenberg • Apr 2019

Excellent teacher with a great set up. Very well organised and felt very real but a lot of fun. Very professional class.

Elf Yang • Apr 2019

Our teacher is quite friendly and patient! Always remind me put down ur elbows hahahahha. And the venue is good as well. Not a big place but be very organised. The first class to make three bowl like potteries, for me is not easy but is a great beginning!

Emily Crews • Apr 2019

The teacher was very patient, accommodating and encouraging. The space was relaxed and had the right tools which meant we were able to focus on getting into the actual pottery lesson. I'd definitely recommend to other friends and am looking forward to continuing on with my bowl making!

Jemma Woods • Mar 2019

Yegana is lovely, patient and helpful. She provided slow and easy to understand instructions.

I loved being able to use my hands to create something!

Thoroughly enjoyed this class.

Dorinda An • Mar 2019

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews

It has been really fun, working with the clay was not my second nature but thr teacher has been extremly patient. The venue is a walking distance from home, spacious and relaxing. I am looking forward to next two classes and see the final products.

Natasha Yee • Feb 2019

Yegana was very attentive and accommodating. Her instructions were very clear and at a good pace to follow. This was also combined with visual demonstrations which accommodated all types of learners.
The venue is convenient and close to public transport. The materials were good and easy to work with and all tools were provided. The class was very informative and good length for weekly consecutive sessions. I learned a lot and it was a great crash course. I learned enough to take away and refine my skills with practice. The class size was small and intimate and ensured you did not get lost or forgotten about. I also loved the succulents and orchids that adorned the windows in the studio! Added charm and inspiration. Thank you!

Jodie Hearne • Feb 2019

2 ClassBento workshops attended

Fun class and great atmosphere and vibe. As a beginner I probably needed a little more hands on coaching as I found it quite difficult but I'm sure with more practice I'll get there.

Deepali Parashar • Feb 2019

It was my first time doing pottery and it’s a really good experience. I loved it the way my teacher ( Jioana) explained the each steps from the starting. I still need to learn more which can only gain by experience and more practice. I definitely recommend my friends to try upcoming class sessions.

Tamara Yap • Feb 2019

Just did the first class of three, the teacher was excellent. She provided clear instructions and demonstrations for each step of the process, and gave us plenty of room to practice but was quick to step in as soon as anyone needed help. Highly recommended.

Eda So • Jan 2019

Lovely little venue. Yegana?( sorry not sure how to spell her name) is an absolutely lovely instructor- she caters for all abilities and makes sure that everyone is on the same page. Very patient and great materials to work with. Loved how everything was included and easy to follow. I'm very happy with the end result and had an absolute blast, would definitely come again. Can't recommend this course to my friends enough. xx

Abhishek Chamarthy • Dec 2018

Its a great experience.I have never done pottery before so i was struggling but teacher helped me to understand and made it look so easy☺

Neha Nimbekar • Nov 2018

Had a terrific time making bowls, very helpful tutor. Totally worth the money, have already recommended to my friends to Book the class.

Alicia Tan • Nov 2018

Yegana is so patient in teaching step by step techniques. If you've fallen behind, she would come to you and guide you until you get it. Absolutely worth every penny spent.

Sheridan Johnston • Nov 2018

Everything was great except for my ability! I need lots of practice! Yegana is very patient.

Finola Richards • Oct 2018

Yegana was extremely helpful, knowledgeable and patient with us, the venue was easy to find. The class was fun and therapeutic. very enjoyable.

Kate Bolinger • Aug 2018

I’ve only had my first lesson but I thoroughly enjoyed it. The teacher was incredibly patient and kind and the classroom was as expected for pottery work. I really enjoyed creating with my hands and I cannot wait to go back for my next lesson.

Hayley Guo • Jun 2018

I bought these classes as a birthday gift for my partner. We both enjoyed the whole entire experience. It was really interesting and a lot of fun. The teacher Yegana was really nice and supportive. Can't wait for our next class.

Caitlyn Millroy • May 2018

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews

Had a ceramic's painting class for a Hen's Night. Yegana was so welcoming and helpful. She provided a space for us to set up nibblies and drinks early, explained the painting and glazing process and then let us get to work. We all had such a wonderful time. The venue was easy to find. The Bride enjoyed the class immensely. Top quality.

Hema Chhima • May 2018

Nice studio with a small group of beginners enabling the instructor to provide regular support & technique advice. The studio was being used by a nice number of others who were at differing stages of experience adding to a nice vibe. Instructor has a lovely manner about her, provides great instructions, guidance & assistance.

$195 per guest

4.9 (35)

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