Custom Pottery Class

In a Classic Melbourne W5 Series Tram 772



1.5 hours Location Guys Hill Class size 1 to 10 guests   $75 - $85 (Earlybird price of $75 applies if you book into a public session 7+ days ahead) (Afterpay available)
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Find your Seat

Find Your Seat

Available spaces inside the tram, or in the back garden area, or larger groups can be accommodated in the Chapel Studio.


Choose your Art Form

Choose Your Art Form

Start with your choice of Pottery (Hand Building) using recycled stoneware, or choose one of many Ceramic Paint a Pots (take this home on the day). Your experience is unlimited, so if you finish one project, move on to another!


Watch a Demonstration

Watch a Demonstration

Karen Alsop will be demonstrating her own wild clay crafts, and you have the opportunity to extend your learning, have a go on the wheel, or try something a little different like using wild local clay, or learning how to create custom glazes.


Leave your Creation for Firing

Leave Your Creation for Firing

One creation from your session is included in our firing schedule for free


One piece created during your session is included in the firing fee. You can choose one of the following options:
Bisque Fire: Your piece will be bisque fired only. Choose this option if you plan to return for a separate glazing session, where you can apply underglaze and final glaze. Alternatively, you can take your bisque-fired piece home and paint it with acrylics.
Final Fire: Your piece will receive our signature ‘Puffing Billy Clear Ash’ glaze and be fired at a high temperature for its final finish.
Want to fire more than one piece? Additional pieces can be fired and glazed for $25 per piece.

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Save $10 per guest, when you book 7+ days before a session

Upcoming dates for Custom Pottery Class

Times are Melbourne time. Dates and prices as of 21 Oct 2026, 2:53pm; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

62 upcoming dates between 24 Oct 2026 and 25 Dec 2027.

  • Sat 24 Oct 2026, 11am-12:30pm, $85 per person
  • Sat 31 Oct 2026, 11am-12:30pm, $75 per person (early-bird)
  • Sat 7 Nov 2026, 11am-12:30pm, $75 per person (early-bird)
  • Sat 14 Nov 2026, 11am-12:30pm, $75 per person (early-bird)
  • Sat 21 Nov 2026, 11am-12:30pm, $75 per person (early-bird)
  • Sat 28 Nov 2026, 11am-12:30pm, $75 per person (early-bird)
  • Sat 5 Dec 2026, 11am-12:30pm, $75 per person (early-bird)
  • Sat 12 Dec 2026, 11am-12:30pm, $75 per person (early-bird)
  • Sat 19 Dec 2026, 11am-12:30pm, $75 per person (early-bird)
  • Sat 26 Dec 2026, 11am-12:30pm, $75 per person (early-bird)
  • Sat 2 Jan 2027, 11am-12:30pm, $75 per person (early-bird)
  • Sat 9 Jan 2027, 11am-12:30pm, $75 per person (early-bird)
  • Sat 16 Jan 2027, 11am-12:30pm, $75 per person (early-bird)
  • Sat 23 Jan 2027, 11am-12:30pm, $75 per person (early-bird)
  • Sat 30 Jan 2027, 11am-12:30pm, $75 per person (early-bird)
  • Sat 6 Feb 2027, 11am-12:30pm, $75 per person (early-bird)
  • Sat 13 Feb 2027, 11am-12:30pm, $75 per person (early-bird)
  • Sat 20 Feb 2027, 11am-12:30pm, $75 per person (early-bird)
  • Sat 27 Feb 2027, 11am-12:30pm, $75 per person (early-bird)
  • Sat 6 Mar 2027, 11am-12:30pm, $75 per person (early-bird)
  • Sat 13 Mar 2027, 11am-12:30pm, $75 per person (early-bird)
  • Sat 20 Mar 2027, 11am-12:30pm, $75 per person (early-bird)
  • Sat 27 Mar 2027, 11am-12:30pm, $75 per person (early-bird)
  • Sat 3 Apr 2027, 11am-12:30pm, $75 per person (early-bird)
  • Sat 10 Apr 2027, 11am-12:30pm, $75 per person (early-bird)
  • Sat 17 Apr 2027, 11am-12:30pm, $75 per person (early-bird)
  • Sat 24 Apr 2027, 11am-12:30pm, $75 per person (early-bird)
  • Sat 1 May 2027, 11am-12:30pm, $75 per person (early-bird)
  • Sat 8 May 2027, 11am-12:30pm, $75 per person (early-bird)
  • Sat 15 May 2027, 11am-12:30pm, $75 per person (early-bird)
  • Sat 22 May 2027, 11am-12:30pm, $75 per person (early-bird)
  • Sat 29 May 2027, 11am-12:30pm, $75 per person (early-bird)
  • Sat 5 Jun 2027, 11am-12:30pm, $75 per person (early-bird)
  • Sat 12 Jun 2027, 11am-12:30pm, $75 per person (early-bird)
  • Sat 19 Jun 2027, 11am-12:30pm, $75 per person (early-bird)
  • Sat 26 Jun 2027, 11am-12:30pm, $75 per person (early-bird)
  • Sat 3 Jul 2027, 11am-12:30pm, $75 per person (early-bird)
  • Sat 10 Jul 2027, 11am-12:30pm, $75 per person (early-bird)
  • Sat 17 Jul 2027, 11am-12:30pm, $75 per person (early-bird)
  • Sat 24 Jul 2027, 11am-12:30pm, $75 per person (early-bird)
  • Sat 31 Jul 2027, 11am-12:30pm, $75 per person (early-bird)
  • Sat 7 Aug 2027, 11am-12:30pm, $75 per person (early-bird)
  • Sat 14 Aug 2027, 11am-12:30pm, $75 per person (early-bird)
  • Sat 21 Aug 2027, 11am-12:30pm, $75 per person (early-bird)
  • Sat 28 Aug 2027, 11am-12:30pm, $75 per person (early-bird)
  • Sat 4 Sep 2027, 11am-12:30pm, $75 per person (early-bird)
  • Sat 11 Sep 2027, 11am-12:30pm, $75 per person (early-bird)
  • Sat 18 Sep 2027, 11am-12:30pm, $75 per person (early-bird)
  • Sat 25 Sep 2027, 11am-12:30pm, $75 per person (early-bird)
  • Sat 2 Oct 2027, 11am-12:30pm, $75 per person (early-bird)
  • Sat 9 Oct 2027, 11am-12:30pm, $75 per person (early-bird)
  • Sat 16 Oct 2027, 11am-12:30pm, $75 per person (early-bird)
  • Sat 23 Oct 2027, 11am-12:30pm, $75 per person (early-bird)
  • Sat 30 Oct 2027, 11am-12:30pm, $75 per person (early-bird)
  • Sat 6 Nov 2027, 11am-12:30pm, $75 per person (early-bird)
  • Sat 13 Nov 2027, 11am-12:30pm, $75 per person (early-bird)
  • Sat 20 Nov 2027, 11am-12:30pm, $75 per person (early-bird)
  • Sat 27 Nov 2027, 11am-12:30pm, $75 per person (early-bird)
  • Sat 4 Dec 2027, 11am-12:30pm, $75 per person (early-bird)
  • Sat 11 Dec 2027, 11am-12:30pm, $75 per person (early-bird)
  • Sat 18 Dec 2027, 11am-12:30pm, $75 per person (early-bird)
  • Sat 25 Dec 2027, 11am-12:30pm, $75 per person (early-bird)
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Suitable for

This class is perfect for beginners - no prior experience is needed.

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

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


FAQ

Is this experience transferable?
Yes, if arranged within 24 hours of the event, either transferred to another person, or date changed.
Location

Story Art Gallery and Cafe - 2 Montuna Grove, Guys Hill VIC

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Recent reviews of Custom Pottery Class

  • 5/5 from Angela Malseed, attended May 2026: This was a lovely, relaxing experience, which I highly recommend. Karen is lovely and you just sit and play, creating whatever you want with the clay, which can then be fired, painted and glazed if you wish. I will return!
  • 5/5 from Marg, attended May 2026: We were greeted warmly by Karen who has created an amazing space to make our own special pieces of pottery. Coffee supplied, my daughters and I enjoyed a lovely relaxing and creative experience. Beautiful Mothers Day gift.
  • 5/5 from Monica Hunt, attended May 2026: The teacher Karen was very helpful and attentive. We all made individual clay creations. So much fun and would love to do it again!
  • 5/5 from Alex Demiri, attended Apr 2026: So much fun and so many options, really good vibe and hospitality. The setting in the little tram is very unique and don’t get it often. Had the option to do clay making and also painting, even got to work on the wheel. Lots of fun and the time really flew. Would highly recommend. We get to go back in a couple weeks and pick up our creations. 10/10
  • 5/5 from Jasmine Louise Cruz-Lopez, attended Feb 2026: We spent our Valentines Day and it did not disappoint. Karen is such a lovely person and a great artist. We enjoyed doing different crafts using clay. The aesthetic of the place is a must see too not only they have a tram cafe but also it has different artsy things thats great for your IG feed. Highly recommend and definitely will book again!
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Story Art

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Hi, I’m Karen Alsop! I am a world renowned photographic artist. But in recent years clay has become my creative adventure. There’s nothing I love more than taking wild local clay, Puffing Billy ash, and reclaimed materials and turning them into unique, story-filled pieces. Every texture, every imperfection, tells a story, and I love helping others discover that magic for themselves.
I’ve taught hundreds of students across various art forms, run team workshops, and guided first-time enthusiasts to confident creators. In my classes, it’s all about exploring your creativity, having fun, and leaving with something you’re proud of.
When I’m not teaching, I run the Story Art Gallery inside Melbourne’s historic Tram 772, where my ceramics, photography, and mixed media creations come together, and I lead The Heart Project, helping volunteers create portraits for children in hospitals. Art isn’t just what I do—it’s how I connect, create, and celebrate life.
Join me in a class and experience the joy of shaping clay, telling your story, and making something truly yours.
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