Wheel Throwing Workshop
Workshop Description
Experience the thrill of throwing clay on the pottery wheel in this guided, hands-on session. Perfect as an introduction to wheel throwing, this workshop allows you to try the process without pressure. Choose the trial option to simply enjoy the experience, or upgrade to keep your piece, which will be glazed and kiln-fired for you. Time: 10:00am OR 1:30pm Duration: 1.5 hours Age: 16+ Pricing: • Trial session: $40 (discounted from $50 until end of April 2026) • Keep your work: +$45 (includes glazing & firing — choose one glaze) Please note: ☼ If you choose to keep your piece, it will be ready for collection in approximately 6 weeks ☼ Shipping available Australia-wide (fees apply)
Booking Policy
1. Booking and Payment • A minimum of 2 people is required for a wheel throwing session to proceed. • Payment will need to be paid in full at the studio prior to starting the session. 2. Cancellations & Refunds • Workshops: Please advise of any cancellations at least 2 days prior to the workshop by sending an email to ceramics@austrasiaculturalcentre.org.au • Private / group bookings or events: Specific cancellation terms will be shared at the time of booking. 3. Studio Etiquette • Please arrive before the commencement of the session so you don’t miss any important instructions and/or demonstrations. • For the purposes of safety and cleanliness, food and drinks are not permitted in the studio. • To protect everyone's hard work, please do not touch the ceramic pieces that are on display. • Be mindful of sharing tools and equipment with other workshop participants. 4. Safety & Conduct • Closed-toe shoes are required at all times. • Tie back long hair when using the pottery wheel. • The studio reserves the right to step in or pause participation due to unsafe or disruptive behaviour. 5. Materials & Equipment • Please use only approved clay bodies and glazes, unless permission has been given beforehand. • If you’re unsure about how to use any equipment, just ask — we are happy to show you. • Slab rolling machine must be operated by instructors. 6. Collection & Storage • We’ll let you know when your work is ready for collection. • Please collect finished work within 60 days of being notified, as our storage space is limited. • Uncollected work may be donated or disposed of after this period. 7. Finished Work & Expectations • Ceramics is a handmade process — variations in colour, texture, and finish are part of its charm. • No refunds or remakes are offered for aesthetic outcomes or natural firing results. 8. Children & Minors • Children must be supervised at all times. • Participants 7-9 years old must be accompanied by one paying adult 9. Photography & Promotion • We love sharing the creativity that happens in our studio and may photograph your work for documentation or promotion. • If you don’t want to be filmed during the class, please let us know. 10. Updates • This policy may be updated from time to time. The most current version will always be available in-studio or on our website.
