Clay Sculpture and Hand Building classes - Melbourne

If you’re looking for unique and exciting Melbourne workshops for groups of friends, first dates, or special events, a fun clay sculpture and hand building class in Melbourne is the perfect option. Hand built pottery is an ancient art form that existed long before pottery wheels and other modern techniques. But don’t let that fool you - clay sculpture is anything but simple. Clay sculpture is a wonderful challenge in creativity and patience. You can create beautiful pieces like cups, plates, bowls, artistic sculptures, and coffee mugs. Not only is a clay sculpture and hand building class one of the most fun things to do in Melbourne, but you’ll also walk away a piece of work that you can use or display.

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Clay Sculpture and Hand Building classes - Melbourne

Fun Clay Sculpture and Hand Building classes / courses in Melbourne

Even without any previous experience with pottery, anyone can enjoy a clay sculpture and hand building class. By taking the best clay sculpture and hand building classes in Melbourne lead by the best pottery class teachers, you’ll learn a new skill and have a great time.

If you’ve been searching for “pottery classes near me” or you’re trying to find a pottery class that will fit in your busy schedule, no worries. ClassBento offers a range of different options so that you can be sure to try out these fun Melbourne workshops. You might take a clay sculpture class for beginners in Fitzroy or pet-inspired ceramics class in Croydon. There are hand building clay workshops with flexible times so that you can always fit a class in.

A pottery class is perfect for any occasion. A hand building ceramics class is one of the best things to do in Melbourne with kids and they make the perfect outing for Melbourne school holidays. Or, you can boost workplace wellbeing by suggesting a hand building ceramics class if your company is looking for team bonding activities. They’re also ideal Melbourne activities for groups of friends, birthday parties, or unconventional bridal showers.

With a fun clay sculpture and hand building class, you don’t have to worry about being intimidated in a ceramic studio. Your passionate hand building clay instructor will walk you through the process of creating your design and turning that block of clay into something remarkable. Then, you’ll have the opportunity to fire your masterpiece and pick it up when it’s ready.

Health benefits of a clay sculpting and hand building class

Working with clay is an easy and enjoyable way to practice mindfulness. You get to explore your creativity and focus on senses, like touch, that often go unappreciated throughout the day. Plus, with those messy hands, you won’t even think about touching your phone. By disconnecting and bringing your awareness into the present moment, these ceramics classes will give you a good dose of meditation.

Custom classes

Want to learn or experience something specific? You can easily contact our teachers and arrange a custom workshop at your preferred time and to suit your skill level.

If you’re looking for a unique and memorable event these workshops are perfect things to do with friends on the weekend, for aged care groups, team building exercises, indoor things to do, and kids weekend activities. We've got a range of teachers who cater specifically to larger events, and we can customise classes to meet your needs. Get in touch today and we'll put something together for you.

What we offer

Hand-picked professional potters and ceramicists
Support of the local Melbourne pottery scene
Locations: Melbourne CBD
Great gift ideas
Affordable
Convenient

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Some recent reviews for our Clay Sculpture and Hand Building classes

Christine Edwards

Clay Hand Building for Private Groups

It was so much fun and the teacher, Tania, was so lovely, encouraging and patient! The teacher gave clear instructions and ensured everyone was up to speed before progressing to the next stage of the clay build. The clay hand building class was for an adult birthday party and was held over Zoom as the attendees were in three different states and in many different households, and some were in coronavirus stage 4 lockdown in Melbourne. We made goblets, as chosen by the birthday ladies. This was the perfect way to celebrate!

Alexander Peerman

Make Clay Planters

Gina was a great teacher, super patient, explained everything really well, had a good camera set up for the workshop and was quick to support one of the other guests who was experiencing technical difficulties.

Sophia Hyland

Introduction to Figurative Sculpting

We really loved taking this class with Irina! She was professional, insightful and personable. She was great at being able to review your sculpture in progress and provide helpful suggestions on how to make it better and more realistic. We've been really looking for ways to find interesting things to do during lockdown and this exceeded our expectations. Thanks, Irina

Justine Sik

Make Clay Planters

The class was fun and easy to follow. Gina was a patient, informative and lovely teacher. I received this class as a gift for my bday. It was a great present!

Sarah Vardy

Clay Hand Building for Kids

Both girls had so much fun doing this class. It was easy to follow the teacher's directions, and the girls now have a very cute little dragon each.

Narelle Warden

Make Clay Planters

Gina was an excellent teacher. She was patient and happy to answer any questions and created a relaxed and fun atmosphere :)

Pottery workshop review by Narelle Warden Sydney

Odette Taylor

Make Clay Planters

Thanks to our teacher, Gina, for a great clay pot class!
We had a group of five friends away at a hinterland retreat house and we enjoyed our crafty afternoon via zoom.
The instructions and steps were easy to follow and we were encouraged to ask questions along the way.
Great experience for something different!

Tracey Bright

Introduction to Ceramics Class

Nicola came to our work place and set up a station for all 7 of us to make our little clay pots/ornaments/vases great way to do a team bonding experience. She was on time, friendly, professional and joined in with our conversations. A fun evening was had by all.

Abbey Hay

Make Clay Planters

We had the best experience with our teacher. Unfortunately due to COVID our Bento box was a little delayed in arriving to Tasmania. But our teacher was so accommodating in rescheduling until the box arrived. This was a Mother’s Day gift for my Nan. She has the best time creating the hanging planters. With a teacher who was very kind and patient teaching an old girl new tricks. Thanks so much for a fantastic class

Natasha Ratnasingham

Miniature Succulent Garden with Polymer Clay

Had a great time! Blair was patient, explained things well and demonstrated some lovely and effective techniques, which I was able to practise after the class. Very happy with my little creations!

Wenna Feng

Make Clay Planters

Gina is very friendly and patient. The Clay planters turn out so pretty. Great experience! Look forward to seeing her soon!

Katrina Sonneveld

Miniature Succulent Garden with Polymer Clay

This was so much fun and not as difficult as I thought it like be, thanks to Blair’s instruction and feedback!

Rebecca Burnham

DIY Pottery Craft Box / Kit - Hand Building

Thank you
The private group was very much appreciated!
Boxes were so cute!
A lovely gift/experience for mum just our wifi would not support more than one zoom unfortunately.
Kindest regards and thanks
Bec

Nikki Ferguson

Miniature Succulent Garden with Polymer Clay

Very enjoyable class! Blair is a great teacher and everything was explained clearly, and was easy to follow. Pace was great, and there was plenty of scope to continue to experiment and explore after the class. Highly recommend

Pottery workshop review by Nikki Ferguson

Frances Robinson

Make Clay Planters

Gina was super lovely, patient and friendly! She even did a private class for us, because Tess' box didn't arrive in time. We had a wonderful afternoon learning about air plants, sharing stories and making polymer clay planters. I was also really impressed with how many little extra goodies/decorations Gina popped in the box for us - made it all the more unique and special! Thanks Gina!

Amanda Salisbury

DIY Pottery Craft Box / Kit - Hand Building

Excellent instruction - instructor was very patient and clear. Enjoyed working the clay (with family on Mother's Day) via Zoom immensely and would recommend! (Review on behalf of Sarah & Amanda Salisbury and Barb Burnham who all registered together)

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