We offer workshops for all experience levels, from beginners to advanced

Black Duck Studio classes are a great way to learn the art of pottery and ceramics. These classes typically cover a variety of topics, including:

  • The different types of clay and their properties
  • Hand-building techniques
  • Wheel throwing
  • Glazing and firing

We have workshops for all skill levels, kids through to teens and adults; from beginners to experienced potters. Classes are split into experience levels for you to easily know where to start!

Our workshops are a lot of fun and a great way to relax and de-stress. Learn a new skill and create beautiful works of art – let’s go!

Kids School Term Courses

For our little ones to nurture their creativity and have fun.

Sign up for next term’s waitlist. 

(We accept creative kids vouchers too!)

PROGRAMS

School Holidays at Black Duck Studio

Ceramic kids sculpture of a creature - clay making in school holidays wollongong

Come and join us each school holidays for a jam-packed schedule with something for everyone! We offer drop off programs or workshops that the whole family can enjoy.

Come and check out what school holiday activity you think your kids would enjoy the most!

SEE OUR SCHOOL HOLIDAY WORKSHOPS

Beginner Pottery Classes

We have a special BEGGINER clay journey to keep things simple! 

We know there can be a lot to take in with ceramics, and it can be difficult to know where to start.

What’s the difference between earthenware and mid-fire clay? How is underglaze different to glaze?

Don’t worry! We’ve got you covered!

Below you will find our beginner pottery workshops, from level 1 up.

So just start at level 1 and we’ll take care of the rest!

Experienced Pottery Classes

Already know what slab, coil and pinch are?

Our OPEN workshops have a little less structure and guidance, as everyone is making something different. So you won’t get much 1 on 1 support. 

Whether you’ve been through our beginner journey, are self taught, or done courses elsewhere, if you think you’ve got enough knowledge to work on your own project, then you’re suitable for our OPEN workshops.

Parties & Events

Let’s throw down *a slab of clay* and party hardy at Black Duck Studio

PRIVATE FUNCTIONS

local venues where we often hold workshops - check for upcoming dates

Still deciding?

Here are some of the benefits of taking pottery clay studio classes:

  • Learn a new skill: Pottery is a challenging but rewarding skill to learn. Pottery clay studio classes can teach you everything you need to know to get started, from the basics of centering and throwing clay to more advanced techniques.
  • Be creative: Pottery is a great way to express your creativity. You can create anything you can imagine, from simple bowls and cups to more complex sculptures and vessels.
  • Relax and de-stress: Pottery can be a very relaxing and therapeutic activity. The process of working with clay can be very calming and meditative.
  • Meet new people: Pottery clay studio classes are a great way to meet new people and make friends. You will be surrounded by other people who are interested in learning about pottery and ceramics.

If you are interested in learning more about pottery, I encourage you to sign up for a pottery clay studio class. You will be glad you did!