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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Some recent reviews for our Clay Sculpture and Hand Building classes

Sayema Withers • Jun 2021

Introduction to Ceramics Class

Great venue, materials and most importantly teacher. Sarah was very helpful and knowledgeable. The three hours flew by!

Robyn Burgess • Jun 2021

Hand Building with Clay Workshop

Daisy was a great teacher sharing lots of great information and helped everyone equally. Great location and easy to find. Class size perfect. Highly recommend.

Allanah Sciberras • Jun 2021

Hand Building with Clay Workshop

We went to the workshop with mum for a belated Mother’s Day present. Daisy was an amazing instructor and helped everyone out lots. My mum and I had an amazing time and would highly recommend.

Pottery workshop review by Allanah Sciberras

May Wong • Jun 2021

Hand Building with Clay Workshop

Daisy was incredibly patient and friendly. We had so much fun and overall it was a fun learning experience! We highly recommend this for anyone looking to try pottery and learn the basics.

Linh Vu • May 2021

Hand Building with Clay Workshop

The class was fun and provided you opportunities to really be creative and the teacher was very helpful. She taught us 3 ways to hand build clay and we all get to create 3 pieces if we want to and paint/choose color for the glaze. I think the time is enough to make 3 pieces. Overall, this class is recommended.

Judy Shaul • May 2021

Hand Building with Clay Workshop

This was such a great class. Daisy covered all the basics really well at the start of class and then we got to build with her advice throughout the rest of the time. Fantastic!

Pottery workshop review by Judy Shaul Sydney

Grace Teo • May 2021

Hand Building with Clay Workshop

Daisy was really friendly and helpful, she explained all the necessary techniques we needed at the start of the class! Definitely would recommend those who are beginners and would like to try out hand building pottery! I had a fantastic time playing around and making my pieces!

Pottery workshop review by Grace Teo Sydney

Jade Matthews • May 2021

Hand Building Ceramics Class: Boob Vessels

What an amazing class with gorgeous hosts! We had the best time thanks so much ladies

Michelle Stanhope • Apr 2021

Polymer Clay Slabs Class: Create and Sip

The teacher Jo and her friends were amazing! Great fun and clearly very experienced. There was a wide range of materials and clay colours, and we were supported to express our own unique style. Jo and Rain went above and beyond to accommodate our group, who were there on a hens weekend.

Pottery workshop review by Michelle Stanhope Sydney

Georgina Atzarakis • Apr 2021

Sculpture Class for Beginners

I did a clay sculpting class with Alexander Essenaro it was fantastic and I learnt so much. The venue was really good and spacious and close to cafes ans parking was easy to find. It’s inspired me to try sculpting at home and if it wasn’t for this class I would never have considered it. Thank you for a great day and for sharing your knowledge and skills with us.

Pottery workshop review by Georgina Atzarakis

Bella Engelander • Apr 2021

Kids Polymer Clay Workshop: Dinosaurs (6-9 Years)

My son absolutely LOVED his holiday program class. It was so engaging and he left the class with some amazing pieces of art. He was so proud of himself, and was taught so much by the teachers. We’ll definitely be booking in for more classes!

Pottery workshop review by Bella Engelander

Justine Malone • Apr 2021

Hand Building with Clay Workshop

A very welcoming venue with a fun Fitzroy vibe to it. Daisy was really great to simply and quickly explain some tips and tricks about the hand clay techniques and was very much available throughout the class for feedback, help and questions. Really great class, so happy I did it!

Pottery workshop review by Justine Malone Sydney

Hannah Miflin • Mar 2021

Hand Building with Clay Workshop

Daisy was so lovely and patient. She had loads of time for my many many questions and was hands on showing me how to do specific skills with the clay. The class size is small so there was lots of opportunities for 1:1. Clay and all tools were provided, and she’s even going to fire, glaze, and fire three of the pieces I made in class. I’ve been playing with clay for a little while at home but it + more

Fiona • Mar 2021

Hand Building with Clay Workshop

Daisy was fantastic at explaining and demonstrating the do’s and don’t s of hand building. Daisy provided great support to each individual in the workshop. Can’t wait to attend another :)

Ania Krysztofiak • Mar 2021

Sculpture Class for Beginners

The most fun I've had in ages! The day just flew by. Can't wait to do it again. And check out my awesome sculpture.

Pottery workshop review by Ania Krysztofiak

Abigail Watts • Feb 2021

Hand Building with Clay Workshop

I had such a wonderful time! Daisy was a fabulous teacher and showed us different ways to manipulate the clay before we were able to make to make what ever we wanted. I can’t think of a better way to spend a morning!

Pottery workshop review by Abigail Watts

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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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