Make Funky and Unique Pottery Planters Workshop

Perfect for corporate team building eventLooking for fun and creative pottery classes in Brisbane? Join this hands-on planter making workshop and dive into the art of crafting unique ceramic pots with Shontal Ceramic, a passionate teacher, maker, and seller with over four years of experience.In this 2.5-hour workshop, you’ll learn to create your own funky ceramic planter using the versatile pinch pot technique. Whether you’re a total beginner or already love working with clay, this class is perfect for anyone who enjoys exploring creativity and textures.What you’ll learn:

• An introduction to different types of clay
• How to wedge/knead clay for optimal use
• Step-by-step guidance on making planters using pinch pots
• Adding textures and decorations to your design
• Applying natural slip to fresh clay for decoration

Choose to make one large planter or two small ones, and take inspiration from Shontal’s own quirky designs, like planters with legs, faces, or even a boobie planter! You can even check out her Instagram for creative ideas.Your planter will be bisque-fired and ready for collection in 3–4 weeks. If you’d like, you can return for a glazing session for just $15 to give your piece a glossy finish, or keep the natural matte look.Unleash your inner artist, have fun, and create something truly one-of-a-kind for your plants! Book your spot today and experience the joy of pottery with Shontal Ceramic.Overview • Reviews • Teacher • More Get a taste of what it's like to throw pottery on the wheel in this hands-on, beginner-friendly workshop in Brisbane!Minimum age for this class is 15 years oldIn this two-hour session, you’ll learn the basics of wheel throwing, including centering clay, opening, widening, compressing the bottom, pulling up the walls, shaping your pot and trimming excess.It is recommended to remove all jewellery and long nails. However throwing can still be done with nailsWith only six wheels available, you'll enjoy personalised, one-on-one attention, giving you the best chance to learn and succeed. The small class size ensures that you won’t get lost in the crowd and you'll have ample time to practise and refine your skills.You will get to make as many pieces as you can. By the end of the workshop, you'll have two beautiful pieces to take home! These will be fired and glazed by your instructor, giving you a complete pottery experience. Please note the drying, firing and glazing can take up to 6 to 8 weeks. Your pieces will need to be fired twice. Bisque firing and glaze firing.This workshop is perfect for beginners and is a great standalone experience for anyone curious about pottery or looking to explore a new creative hobby. It's also an ideal outing for families or a fun day with friends.Pottery Pick-Up Policy :-Dear students, Thank you so much for your ongoing support and for being part of my workshops—your creativity and enthusiasm mean the world to me!I wanted to take a moment to kindly clarify the pottery collection process moving forward. Once your pieces are ready for pick-up, I will message you directly with the available time slots for collection from my home studio.Pick-up times are now strictly limited to the following days:Mondays: 4:00PM – 9:00 PMSaturdays: 7:00 AM – 8:30 AMSundays: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PMIf you’re unable to come during those times, you're very welcome to:Try again the following weekSend a friend or family member to collect on your behalfOr, I can post your pieces to you for a shipping fee starting at $20, depending on the size and number of itemsI truly understand that everyone has different schedules and commitments, and I always do my best to accommodate where possible. However, I am a one-person business, and as things have grown, it has become increasingly difficult to respond to individual requests outside these collection hours.I prefer not to leave finished work in open areas, and to keep your pieces safe and supervised to avoid breakage, loss, or mix-ups. Your creations are special, and I want to make sure they’re returned to you with care.Also, Just a quick note to kindly ask that you please let me know at least one hour in advance before arriving at the home studio to collect your pottery. This helps me locate and prepare your pieces so everything is ready for a smooth handover.As I’m often juggling multiple tasks and bookings, there may occasionally be changes to my schedule due to unforeseen circumstances—whether it’s a quick trip out, an emergency, or even just needing to step away briefly. For this reason, I kindly ask that you do not arrive without notice, as I may not be home or available at that moment.Thank you for understanding and helping me maintain a smooth and respectful process. I truly appreciate your cooperation and support as this little studio continues to grow. One or two planters to take home. Read more details