Make a Buddha Bowl Class

Create a large Buddha bowl with dark matter clay in Tamborine Mountain!



1.5 hours Location Tamborine Mountain Class size 1 to 6 guests   $145 - $149 ($149 per guest when you book for 1 guest, $145/guest for 2+ guests) (Afterpay available)
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Now you're probably wondering, what is a Buddha bowl? As the story goes, the Buddha woke up before dawn every morning and carried his bowl through the roads or paths wherever he was staying. Local people would place food in the bowl in exchange for his wise wisdom, advice and mind. At the end of his walks, he would eat whatever he had been given.
You might also find most Buddha bowls are being brought out to your tables in cafes and restaurants. It is typically a fine line between a Buddha bowl and a large walled plate. So if this is your type of ceramic vessel you want to forge with your hands, then come and join us in this wheel throwing class to create your very own Buddha bowl.
To make this class even more exciting, the clay body of choice is a special clay from Keane Ceramics that looks like chocolate when thrown and when fired to completion appears jet black with a popping white speckle. This clay body is called dark matter and is a sturdy, strong and durable clay body. This class is suitable for a beginner or intermediate due to the grog content.
Throw your hands and mind into the world of wheel throwing and discover the basic mechanics of throwing clay on the wheel with our Buddha bowl class. While learning the fundamental techniques to create a large, wide functional bowl, you will also walk away with a large insight into how to create other vessels and in turn help you continue your wheel throwing adventures.
Once your pieces are complete, they will be dried and undergo their first fire. From here, you will be welcomed back to choose a time that suits you to glaze your bowl. Choose from our extensive range of Coyote glazes and Mayco range. Our glazes are food-safe and dishwasher safe.
Whether you're looking for a creative outlet, a new hobby or a way to express yourself, this workshop is the perfect opportunity to learn, enjoy and explore the art of pottery.

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Upcoming dates for Make a Buddha Bowl Class

Times are Brisbane time. Dates and prices as of 21 Oct 2026, 9:23am; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

302 upcoming dates between 22 Oct 2026 and 30 Dec 2027.

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What you'll get
  • 1 x 1300 grams of wedged dark matter clay.
  • Create one large Buddha bowl, dish or plate.
  • Guidance and techniques from an experienced pottery teacher.
  • Finished vessels that will be finished off on your return with your personal choice of glaze.
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Knowledge required
Beginner-friendly class or for intermediate self-taught potters.
What to bring
  • Patience, enthusiasm, and fire in the belly :)
  • Have a colour palette in mind.
  • Having short nails will help; trimming is recommended.
  • Don't forget those hair ties.
Add-ons available for this class
  • Arepa (Nutropic Brain Drink) ($8)
  • Private class ($99)
  • create a second buddha bowl ($55)
You can add these when you book (optional).
Suitable for

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 fun gift for her, gift for mum, Xmas gift or gift for couples.

Location

161 Long Road, Tamborine Mountain QLD

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Recent reviews of Make a Buddha Bowl Class

  • 5/5 from Natasha Watson, attended Sep 2026: Dyllan was absolutely fantastic — really friendly, patient and made everything so easy to understand. Being a small class was a huge bonus giving Dyllan plenty of time to help everyone and explain things properly (and rescue us when things didn’t quite go to plan ). I’d definitely recommend this class to anyone wanting to try pottery Dyllan made the whole experience so enjoyable, and I’d 100% do it again!
  • 5/5 from Angela Coney, attended Jul 2026: Engaging & fun. Thoroughly enjoyed it.
  • 5/5 from Jo-Anna April Crawford-Bryde, attended Jul 2026: Excellent class. Dylan was a fabulous teacher. We were absolutely novices but with Dylan's help both made Buddha bowls. Would highly recommend this class.
  • 5/5 from Karlene, attended Mar 2026: Dylan was patient and full of assistance. The time went too quick. Can't wait to go back and glaze.
  • 5/5 from Hayley Young, attended Mar 2026: Epic class with awesome teacher Dylan. He’s very patient and well versed at fixing beginners collapsed pieces Really fun and great price. Highly recommend clay temple!
  • 5/5 from Damian Cockwill, attended Jan 2026: What can I say to give Dylan the justice for such a great teacher, master of pottery all with the patience of a saint. I bought this as a gift for my wife, we were complete novices but that wasn’t an issue. It was a great experience and would recommend this to anyone to give a whirl and spin the wheel. Thank you Dylan.
  • 5/5 from Janet Taylor, attended Nov 2025: What a terrific time.. Dyllan was fantastic and patient and I am so happy with my two items (thanks to Dyllan resurrecting my errors). I made two Buddha bowls and want to book more classes. Can’t wait to pick them up. Highly recommend Dyllan’s classes. Thank you again.
  • 5/5 from Khristy Martin, attended Sep 2025: This class was so much fun! Dylan was knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and warm, and even as beginners we left feeling stoked about our pieces.
  • 5/5 from Roy Sargent, attended Feb 2025: Dyllan was (as usual) fantastic, taking the class step by step through the process. He ensured each person was able to progress with viable pottery, so that by the end of the class, everyone had a stunning piece. He is a great caoh and very knowledgable about pottery. The studio is well set up, and in a stunning location. I thoroughly enjoy his classes.
  • 5/5 from Julie Iscaro, attended Jan 2025: I brought my mum and 9 yr old to the Buddha bowl class today and we had the best experience. Dylan was patient and clear and super helpful. Very hands on learning at a really good pace. Not too fast or slow, with lots of help and direction as we went through each step. We all left with big smiles and feeling really peaceful too. Cant wait to come back in and glaze our creations. Will definitely be back for another class too!
Your teacher

Clay Temple
Clay Temple

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female Women-owned

Clay Temple is a Boutique pottery studio offering a range of wheel throwing classes for most ages and unique pottery supplies.
Classes cater to max 8 at a time to ensure a more fulfilling experience and offer a more guided approach for beginners.
The classes are a fun yet comprehensive introduction to wheel throwing. Workshops for experienced potters who want to take their skills to the next level are also offered as well as kid's classes.
With a boutique range of supplies, incredible clay range and rentable wheels you will be potting in no time.
Whether you're looking to create a masterpiece or just want to experiment, Clay Temple has everything you need to turn your creative ideas into reality. With a wealth of experience and expertise, they are here to help you make the most of your time in the studio.
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