Beginner's Wheel Throwing Course

Spin your worries away with this hands-on pottery class in Melbourne



4 x 2 hours Location Burwood Class size 4 to 16 guests   $300 - $310 ($340 per guest when you book for 1+ guests, $310/guest for 4+ guests, $300/guest for 8+ guests)

Looking for relaxing Melbourne activities to try? Join Diana Ceramics' beginner's wheel throwing course in Burwood and familiarise yourself with the potter’s wheel and learn what it is like to have a go at throwing.
Indulge in this unique opportunity to do a course where you will get personalised tips and tricks from a friendly expert in a professional ceramic’s studio.
Throughout this four-part course, you will learn how to wedge clay to prepare it for the throwing process, how to centre the clay on the wheel, how to throw a cylinder – the starting point of many shapes within pottery – and a bowl as well as how to trim your pots. You will also learn some simple glazing techniques too but
Course outline:
  • Week one: Studio introduction and wheel throwing
  • Week two: Wheel throwing continued
  • Week three: Turning, carving and handles
  • Week four: Glazing
If you're looking for fun things to do in Melbourne or want to try something new, this wheel throwing course for beginners is a great pick for you! Not only will you get to spend some screen-free time learning new skills, but you'll make new connections with like-minded people and finish feeling confident and inspired!
Please note:
  • If any items are left unglazed at the end of the course, then your teacher will glaze them for you afterwards.
  • Collection of all items will be after the end of the course.
What you'll get
  • Guidance from an expert
  • All the pottery making materials and equipment to work with
  • Your personalized vessels to take home.
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Knowledge required
This is a beginner-friendly class.
What to bring
An old bath towel and your wonderful self.
Session repeats

This class series runs over 4 consecutive sessions, at the same time every week.

Suitable for

This class is great for a team building activity, Christmas party, birthday or hens party.

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

Location

Diana Ceramic - 3/6 Duffy Street, Burwood VIC

Please note we have two different locations as below : Diana Ceramic-Burwood, is close to Storage King and in front of PSA Products Company, with a grey flat unit between Simpson construction buildings. There should also be a big pottery sign next to the gate, and our pink door should be on the right-hand side after walking through the driveway. Diana Ceramic-Brunswick, is situated on Lygon St in front of Flipped Hair Brunswick, near Blyth Street. The nearest tram stop is Stewart St-Stop 126.

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  • 5/5 from Bec Henry, attended Feb 2025: Great 4 week intro pottery course! Fantastic teacher & lovely studio! We learnt so much and made some beautiful pieces. Can't wait to do my next Diana Ceramics class!
  • 5/5 from Michelle McCabe, attended Feb 2025: Had a wonderful time learning the bascis of wheel throwing over 4 weeks. Angus is a wonderful teacher, very patient, clear with explaining things and always cheerful. Definitely recommend giving it a go!
  • 5/5 from Nicki Stewart, attended May 2024: I completed a wheel throwing course over 4 weeks Teachers had excellent knowledge and great hands on skills I learn about throwing centering the clay trimming and glazing I felt it was adequately priced for what we learnt and the one on one time we received I love the trimming and painting the most
  • 5/5 from Caitlin Borchers, attended May 2024: Thanks for a great 4 weeks. Lisa was a beautiful teacher, taking her time showing us how to spin and was always so helpful. I really loved learning something new, that was challenging but with a supportive teacher. Everything was provided which was great.
  • 5/5 from Neil Nosworthy, attended Mar 2024: Jen and Diana are fab teachers. The studio was well set up and the whole experience was great.
  • 5/5 from Paige Jackson, attended Feb 2024: Really fun and I learnt a lot. The teacher was very helpful and insightful. I am excited to attend the intermediate class.
  • 5/5 from Celia Wynne, attended Jan 2024: Absolutely loved doing the course. Amazing teachers which guide you all the way, their knowledge and passion is fantastic! It was great being able to see the whole process from start to finish! Would recommend and definitely will be coming back
  • 5/5 from Abbie Walker, attended Jan 2024: I did the 4 week course. All the teachers were amazing! Great experience highly recommend
  • 5/5 from Kirsty Anderson, attended Jan 2024: I had Great fun. Great teachers. Beautiful studio. I will be going back for more!
  • 5/5 from Tessa Gould, attended Aug 2023: Sonya was a great teacher, very patient and knowledgeable. Was fun to see our work come to life over a month. Good value for money!
  • 4/5 from Penny Adam, attended Aug 2023: Really enjoyed this hands on beginners class. Felt like it could be and extra lesson as you need more time to get the hang of the wheel before moving to trimming (not enough pots to practice trimming). Also might be good to have references to look at for the final glazes (on tiles) and maybe some prior discussion before the night so you can come thinking about designs. Enjoyed the venue and people. Can’t wait to pick up my 2 pots to see the outcome. I am thinking about doing the intermediate cause to continue having N a practice and building in knowledge.
  • 5/5 from Tiziana Sebastiani, attended Jul 2023: Jen was amazing! She was very encouraging and communucated a positive attitude. She is clearly very knowledgeable and it was evident she loves teaching.
  • 5/5 from Maddy Sewell, attended Jul 2023: The class was great, we had a really nice teacher who gave us great instructions but also allowed a lot of creative freedom to make what we liked. The amount we worked on each class was perfect and I'll definitely be coming back :)
  • 5/5 from Chloe Giovannucci, attended Feb 2023: We had Cane for majority of our classes. Cane was a great teacher and was very intelligent and clear on pottery tips and tricks. I would definitely come back and do a class with Cane The studio was very nice and relaxing, loved the vibe
  • 5/5 from Bailey Hoadley, attended Nov 2022: Will did a great job leading the class and we also had the pleasure of learning about glazing with Diana in the final class. Highly recommend a 4 week course!
  • 5/5 from Alison, attended Oct 2022: Steph was a fantastic teacher and each class was fast paced and great fun! Thanks so much
  • 5/5 from Lauren Brush, attended Sep 2022: I did the 4 week course which was a really good intro to pottery. The space is nice, teacher was great, lots of fun!
  • 5/5 from Gemma Bond, attended Sep 2022: Super fun and I learned a lot, Steph was super cool and nice. We got to try a bunch of different shapes and glazing techniques as well
  • 5/5 from Akshita Jain, attended Jul 2022: It was a great learning experience, looking forward to some other courses. Very big thanks to Steph! It was amazing
  • 5/5 from Elaine Chen, attended Jul 2022: Steph is probably the most amazing teacher ever. So supportive and such a sweet person. Her expertise and patience is worth so much more than this course and her teaching made it a million times better than I ever thought it would be. Words can’t describe how much I enjoyed this course and would recommend to my friends. Thank you Steph
  • 5/5 from Leith Rizk, attended Jul 2022: I’ve just completed the 4week beginners wheel throwing course and loved it. Steph our teacher was great! They were patient, kind and knowledgeable. We learnt a range of different techniques and I can’t wait to pick up my finished pieces
  • 5/5 from Lexie Cull, attended Jul 2022: We thoroughly enjoyed our 4 week beginners pottery course. Our teacher was very helpful and friendly. The venue was really well organised and we had access to the appropriate tools & materials. We would highly recommend this course for anyone wanting to learn more about the process of throwing pots & glazing them
  • 5/5 from Vi Tang, attended Jun 2022: The classes were great. The classes were small which was nice when you needed the teacher's attention to help you. The teachers were also very friendly and knowledgeable. I would come back again.
  • 5/5 from Andy Ng, attended Jun 2022: The size of the class is good only 4 people, the teacher is fantastic, the venus is what you expected as a clay throwing course. All materials and tools were provided. The experience gave me a basic knowledge of clay throwing from start till finished and good value for money. all my classmates are female except me :) and they are very helpful. thanks!
  • 5/5 from Stephanie Gaut, attended Jun 2022: What a fantastic intro to wheel throwing! Eddie was so professional and helpful (and patient!) We had a small group and I've made new friends! I would 100% recommend this class to my own friends and family.
  • 5/5 from Michaela Caione, attended May 2022: Eddie and Diana were so amazing! The whole environment is extremely welcoming and the studio is a nice place to relax and unwind with tea and chocolates on entry, candles and nice music playing. A really great way to just distress after work. The 4-week beginners course is really in-depth and interesting. Will definitely be booking another course!
  • 5/5 from Alvin Sumardi, attended May 2022: Great class to take if you want to learn about wheel throwing. Venue is great and cozy, instructions are clear and accomodating.
  • 3/5 from Rachael Whitelaw, attended May 2022: I was only able to attend 1 session of my 4 due to a personal tragedy. I had done a brief term at another studio and found the class asking me for assistance which I was totally I’ll equipped to give with my limited learnings. I think 8pax is too many for or a beginner class. The tutor can’t give personal feedback or physical assistance enough. The wheel is also gritty and cut my palms. The tutor acknowledge this during the lesson.
  • 5/5 from Jenny Thomas, attended Feb 2022: Wonderfully supportive (and fun) teachers! Beautiful space! I’m going to do more courses there. I loved everything about it
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Diana Ceramic
Diana Ceramic

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Founded by Diana in 2021, our cozy pottery studios have quickly become cherished community hubs for Melburnians, artists, and creatives alike.
At Diana Ceramic Studio, we offer the perfect space for events that leave lasting memories, whether it's a birthday celebration or a hen party with friends.
For me, Diana, this studio is the realization of a lifelong dream – a sanctuary where I can shape and reshape my love for pottery while sharing my skills and passion with others.
Whether you're a curious beginner or a seasoned artist, our studio doors are open wide, welcoming everyone who shares a passion for clay and ceramics. Join us in this warm and inviting space, where every creation is infused with the spirit of community and creativity.

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