Pet Portraits in Clay Workshop

Love your pet? Sculpt your pet (or dream pet) in clay!



2.5 hours

Class size 1 to 8 (public classes), 4 to 11
  $99 (Afterpay available)

Our Cosy Little Cornerstore

Our Cosy Little Cornerstore

Join us in our cosy little corner store and workshop space in the heart of Annandale.


Sculpt Your Pet

Sculpt Your Pet

Learn the basic skills of sculpting by hand and with tools. How to connect pieces, carve details and add texture into your portrait.


Paint Your Pet

Paint Your Pet

With a range of underglazes, bring your pet to life by painting your portrait.


Glazing & Firing

Glazing & Firing

We will hand glaze and fire your piece so it will last a lifetime.


Learn how to create stunning pet portraits in clay! Discover the joy of working with your hands as you sculpt and shape your furry friend's likeness into a beautiful piece of art you can display in your home (don't forget to bring a photo to help!)
If you're new to pottery, fear not! We will guide you through each step of the process, ensuring that you feel supported and encouraged throughout the workshop. You'll be amazed at the progress you make and the newfound confidence you gain in your artistic abilities.
During the workshop, you'll work with high-quality materials and tools to bring your pet portrait to life. The hands-on experience will allow you to immerse yourself in the creative process and tap into your artistic side.
At the end of the class, you'll leave with your newfound skills, and in 4-6 weeks, you can pick up your clay creation to take home or gift to a loved one.
Please note:
  • ONE fired & glazed piece is available with the ticket price, additional pieces are available for $10 and postage options are available (cost is calculated depending on location and number of pieces).
  • Your piece/s MUST be picked up within 16 weeks of the workshop date, otherwise, it will be available for purchase by donation.
  • Please arrive at the reserved time. Arriving more than 15 minutes late will automatically cancel your reservation, and the deposit will not be refunded. Please notify the instructor if additional time is needed to make your pieces. If it does not affect subsequent customers, extra time can be added for a fee of $50 per 30 minutes.
What you'll get
  • Learn how to pinch clay into art!
  • Access to all the tools you need
  • Hand-paint your pet portrait
  • One fired glazed ceramic piece
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Knowledge required
Beginner-friendly! No previous ceramic experience is required.
What to bring
  • A picture of your pet!
  • BYO friendly (including alcoholic drinks)
  • Enclosed shoes
  • Clothes you're okay getting a little dirty
  • Bottle of water, drinks, and/or snacks
  • Your creativity!
Suitable for

This class is great for a team building activity, Christmas party, birthday or hens party.

This experience would also be a fun gift for her, gift for mum or Xmas gift.

Location

Market Studio - 131 Booth Street, Annandale NSW

Located a short 100 metre walk from the nearest bus stop; free all day on-street parking on Annandale Street & Booth Street.

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Recent reviews of Pet Portraits in Clay Workshop

  • 5/5 from Shara Parsons, attended Jul 2026: I loved this class so much! My friend and I had the best time and Shane was an excellent teacher.
  • 5/5 from Catherine Steele, attended Jul 2026: Very fun, the teacher is super helpful and the results were great. Highly recommended.
  • 5/5 from Sophie Brewer, attended Jun 2026: My mum and I attended the Pet Portraits in Clay workshop and had a fantastic time. Shane was a fantastic teacher and so generous with his time and help. Will absolutely be back for another class
  • 5/5 from Bao Teng, attended Jun 2026: We had the best time sculpting our pet cat under the very patient guidance of Shane, who made it look effortless in the demonstration and provided assistance/inspiration to bring our vision to life. Thanks for helping us trust the process!
  • 5/5 from Emma Prestwidge, attended Mar 2026: We attended the Clay Pets class with family and friends to celebrate my 40th birthday, and it was such a wonderful experience. My young son joined us as well, and he absolutely loved it. Air and Shane were both so lovely and incredibly patient with everyone. Shane was a fantastic teacher - especially with my son - offering guidance in such a calm and encouraging way. The whole atmosphere was relaxed and welcoming, which made it easy for everyone to enjoy themselves, regardless of skill level. We all had such a great time and created some really special memories together. We would absolutely love to come back again. Thank you for such a beautiful and memorable experience!
  • 5/5 from Tisha Chaisuwan, attended Mar 2026: Great teacher! Great class! You will surprise yourself on how creative you can be under the right guidance. Wish it was 3 hours long because you will use every minute of it to finalise your masterpiece.
  • 5/5 from Alison Hurst, attended Mar 2026: Such a great class!! Shane was very patient and helpful and we created our pet sculptures.
  • 5/5 from Julie-Ellen Schofield, attended Dec 2025: Loved the pet portrait class. So much fun and you feel great because you made it. Shane is a great teacher and very friendly. The environment is chill and welcoming. This was 2nd pet portrait class I have done. Picked up my glazed dog and created my pet cockatiel. I will be back.
  • 5/5 from Brooke Mitchell, attended Nov 2025: So much fun! Shane was such a great host/teacher. Would do again and again
  • 5/5 from Shilpa Shajan, attended Nov 2025: Shane and Airr are amazing teachers who were so very patient and kind. Would recommend this class to all!
  • 5/5 from Margaret Lund, attended Nov 2025: Absolutely loved this class - we had a great time, weren’t rushed and got great instruction
  • 5/5 from Julie-Ellen Schofield, attended Oct 2025: Class was amazing. I had stressed that I would find it too hard, but the team made it so easy. The piece looks incredible and can't wait to see it fired. This is my third class at Market Studio. I love the atmosphere and the friendly tutors. Thank you
  • 5/5 from Megan Dunwoodie, attended Aug 2025: Shane and Air were so lovely and very kind and patient. We're very happy with our creations, thank you so much!
  • 5/5 from Stacey Lamble, attended Jun 2025: My daughter and I did a Sunday afternoon session making our pets in clay. It was so enjoyable. The owners are so lovely and really welcomed us into their studio which is very cosy, warm and comfortable. We were coached the whole way in the nicest possible way. It was loads of fun and I loved the project which involved making a clay interpretation of our pets and then we painted them. The clay was really nice quality and the paint was also a lot of fun. We can’t wait to see our fired artworks. Will definitely go again.
  • 5/5 from Olive Mulvahil, attended May 2025: Had a great time doing this class. The teachers were very knowledgable and helped out with my piece
  • 5/5 from Amy McCann, attended Mar 2025: Highly recommend this class - the team were lovely, the space was calm and we didn’t feel rushed.
  • 5/5 from Tamara Sales, attended Mar 2025: I did the Pet Portraits in Clay with my wife and it was so much fun and turned out way better than we expected! Our teacher was so patient and kind, and jumped in whenever we needed help. Would highly recommend and I'm sure we'll be back to do another class again.
  • 5/5 from Teresa Tran, attended Feb 2025: So cute and fun, teacher was really helpful and friendly. Plenty of time and assistance provided to make whatever your heart desires
  • 5/5 from Christine Ai, attended Nov 2024: I had an absolutely wonderful time at the pet portrait clay sculpting session at Market Studio! The experience was both relaxing and creatively inspiring, and I couldn’t be happier with how my piece turned out. What I loved most was the warm and welcoming atmosphere created by the owners, Air and Shane. Their passion for art and their genuine care for each participant shone through every step of the session. The owners and specialist teacher Ninky were incredibly helpful, offering guidance with patience and enthusiasm, making sure everyone felt confident and supported regardless of skill level. The studio itself is beautifully set up, fostering a calm and creative vibe that made the experience even more enjoyable. I left not only with a unique clay portrait of my beloved pet but also with a sense of accomplishment and a memory I'll treasure. Thank you for such a delightful and well-organised session! I can’t wait to return for more creative workshops in the future. Highly recommend this to anyone looking for a fun and meaningful way to spend their time!
  • 5/5 from Rachel Arthur, attended Aug 2024: Such a fun class — the teachers were fantastic and very skilled, I asked for help with specific things like making my cat look like she was meowing and she immediately came up with a technique to show me. Highly recommend!
  • 5/5 from Karina Cetin, attended Aug 2024: Great venue and great instructors! Had a wonderful afternoon! Will definitely do another class there!
  • 5/5 from Luiza Cazal, attended Jul 2024: We always have such a blast attending a pottery class at Market Studio. The studio is cosy and quaint. The teachers always encourage creativity and it’s nice to be able to make and paint your pots!
  • 5/5 from Bianca Simpson, attended Jul 2024: The pet portrait clay workshop was our second class at Market Studio and it was just as great as our first! We learned skills that we’ll be able to use at home thanks to the fabulous teachers. They have a great setup for the class and there’s adequate time to learn, sculpt, and paint. It’s such a fun experience if you’re looking for something hands on to do and great value for the cost of the class, too.
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Market Studio
Market Studio

5.0 (338)
female Women-owned

Market Studio is a ceramic studio and shop located in Annadale on Gadigal country, part of the traditional lands of the Cadigal and Wangal peoples.
Air, owner of Airr Made Ceramics, is a local ceramist and owner of Market Studio. A creative space where she handcrafts her ceramics and features other local artists.
Airr Made Ceramics focuses on functional pieces that represent the earthy tones and textures of nature. And is all about recycling, reusing and lifelong pieces with a place in our daily lives.

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