Clay Play Deluxe Pottery Class: Make a Vessel or Dish

Beginners wheel throwing pottery class with take home vessel or dish



2 hours Class size 1 to 4 guests    

  $210 (Afterpay available)

Have you always wanted to try pottery but didn’t know where to start? Well, this is the perfect way to begin! Join our hands-on pottery workshop where you'll learn the ins and outs of basic wheel throwing!
This class is perfect for those wanting to have a play on the wheel and have a handcrafted ceramic vessel or dish to keep at the end! A deluxe version of our Clay Play class to complete the class with 1-2 of your favourite works to be fired and glazed. Extra work can be made and fired with each extra piece being $20 (includes Maddison finishing, bisque firing, glazing and glaze firing your work)
You will first start with a 15-minute introduction to clay and the pottery process, which Maddison will guide you through. Then you will enjoy a 15-minute live demonstration of wheel throwing. 1 hour and 15 minutes guided wheel time will ensue.
In the last 15 minutes, we will tidy up together and close by choosing your favourite work to be finished, fired, and glazed by Maddison at a later date.
Note: Collection of your work will be organised once it is completed - two firings and glazing need to occur, and this can take 8-12 weeks, so please be aware of this when you book the class.
Students 8-17y/o need to be with an accompanying adult

Upcoming dates for Clay Play Deluxe Pottery Class: Make a Vessel or Dish

Times are Melbourne time. Dates and prices as of 12 Oct 2026, 11:06pm; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

4 upcoming dates between 25 Oct 2026 and 15 Nov 2026.

  • Sun 25 Oct 2026, 11am-1pm
  • Sun 1 Nov 2026, 11am-1pm
  • Sun 8 Nov 2026, 11am-1pm
  • Sun 15 Nov 2026, 11am-1pm
What you'll get
  • 2 pieces to take home at a later date
  • An intoduction to clay and the pottery process
  • Light refreshments
  • The basics of wheel throwing
  • Centering and shaping
  • How to make a bowl or a cup or a dish
  • Questions answered
  • Individually tailored tuition to your learning style
  • Fun inclusive environment
  • Small, intimate class sizes of up to three to ensure in-depth understanding
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Knowledge required
Beginner-friendly!
What to bring
  • Closed-toe shoes
  • Short nails
  • Hair tie
  • Old towel
  • Apron
(Towels and aprons can be provided if needed)
Suitable for

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, Xmas gift or gift for couples.

Location

Black Hill, VIC

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Recent reviews of Clay Play Deluxe Pottery Class: Make a Vessel or Dish

  • 4/5 from Jennifer McKenry, attended Sep 2026: Loved the experience. Learned to change my position set my arms and use more pressure to get pot height.Teacher was very patient. I enjoyed the whole experience and It went too quickly so I would like to do more! Liked the background music to set the mood.
  • 5/5 from Jan Sobye, attended Jun 2026: Fantastic session! Such fun. Clear instructions clearly explained, several times as we needed to have them repeated. It looks so easy but lots to remember and the theraputic feeling I felt doing it 42 years ago came back so I relaxed into it. Hope to do more. Wonderful!
  • 5/5 from Renee Rosehill, attended Feb 2026: My wife and I had an awesome time, Maddy was a great teacher. Highly recommend
  • 5/5 from Kate Kennedy, attended Oct 2025: Maddison was a great tut or. The studio had a great vibe. Maddison was kind, patient & encouraging. We had a fun day making our pottery vessels. We will definitely book again.
  • 5/5 from Kate Farlow, attended Aug 2025: An amazing experience! Maddison is a wonderful teacher. Helpful, knowledgeable, warm and friendly. Wheel throwing class was so much fun and we were able to create some beautiful little vessels. Can’t wait to see the final product! Would definitely recommend
  • 5/5 from Alana Smith, attended Jul 2025: What a great class! Maddison was full of info and patience! My son thoroughly enjoyed the experience. Thank you!
  • 5/5 from Kristena Gladman, attended Jul 2025: The pottery class with Maddison was great. She’s a natural teacher and the studio is a comfortable and well-equipped space. l thoroughly enjoyed trying the wheel and hope to do more.
  • 5/5 from Nikol Martin, attended Apr 2025: As an early Mother’s Day gift, my husband, mother in law and myself did the deluxe class :) It was an amazing experience! Having never done anything like this before, the teacher Maddison was very helpful and gave great demonstrations. It was just the 3 of us in the group so Maddison gave us lots of tips and advice. She was very knowledgeable and you could tell she genuinely has a passion for pottery. So happy with the class and can’t wait to see the end products. Thank you again x
  • 5/5 from Sally Hron, attended Mar 2025: Amazing experience, well worth the time and money. The teacher was fabulous, putting me quickly at ease with her overall warmth and personality. I was introduced to new techniques which improved my skill and as a result I made three pieces that I'm very happy with. Highly recommended!!
  • 5/5 from Maddy Cook, attended Feb 2025: Amazing class! Super informative and smaller class size so you could get more personalised attention to help you learn. Really enjoyed the chilled atmosphere, was very fun. Excited to see my pieces in a few weeks :)
Your teacher

Studio Ceramics Ballarat
Studio Ceramics Ballarat

5.0 (25)
female Women-owned

Studio Ceramics Ballarat is run from the sunroom studio of artist Maddison Lauren Trezise, offering hand-building and wheel-throwing pottery classes for small groups of 2-6 people. Suitable for beginners and beyond, with plenty of one-on-one time to ensure you receive the most from your time together.
“As a practicing ceramic artist and potter, I am extremely passionate about all things clay and am lit up by teaching in a kind and patient manner that makes this beautiful, more-ish craft accessible to everyone, no matter their age or background. It’s the perfect activity for a morning with your besties, a fun date day with your partner, or a bonding activity with your family.”
Take a moment to slow down and learn something new, and feel proud of what you create with your hands practicing the ancient craft of pottery.

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