Ceramics Courses
We run a series of ceramic courses where students work can vary from functional to sculptural projects. Classes will focus on both hand building and wheel work and are suitable for all skill levels.
Function, Form & Texture
<p>This course is for both absolute beginners and students with prior knowledge of working with clay. We will explore various approaches to handbuilding and wheel throwing, with special projects given
...| When | Time | Where | Session Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mon 2 Feb 2026 | 9am - 12pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Mon 9 Feb 2026 | 9am - 12pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Mon 16 Feb 2026 | 9am - 12pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Mon 23 Feb 2026 | 9am - 12pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Mon 2 Mar 2026 | 9am - 12pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Mon 9 Mar 2026 | 9am - 12pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Mon 16 Mar 2026 | 9am - 12pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Mon 23 Mar 2026 | 9am - 12pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Mon 30 Mar 2026 | 9am - 12pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre |
<p>This course is for both absolute beginners and students with prior knowledge of working with clay. We will explore various approaches to handbuilding and wheel throwing, with special projects given
...| When | Time | Where | Session Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mon 2 Feb 2026 | 12:30pm - 3:30pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Mon 9 Feb 2026 | 12:30pm - 3:30pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Mon 16 Feb 2026 | 12:30pm - 3:30pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Mon 23 Feb 2026 | 12:30pm - 3:30pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Mon 2 Mar 2026 | 12:30pm - 3:30pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Mon 9 Mar 2026 | 12:30pm - 3:30pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Mon 16 Mar 2026 | 12:30pm - 3:30pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Mon 23 Mar 2026 | 12:30pm - 3:30pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Mon 30 Mar 2026 | 12:30pm - 3:30pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre |
<p>This course is for both absolute beginners and students with prior knowledge of working with clay. We will explore various approaches to handbuilding and wheel throwing, with special projects given
...| When | Time | Where | Session Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tue 3 Feb 2026 | 6:30pm - 9:30pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Tue 10 Feb 2026 | 6:30pm - 9:30pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Tue 17 Feb 2026 | 6:30pm - 9:30pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Tue 24 Feb 2026 | 6:30pm - 9:30pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Tue 3 Mar 2026 | 6:30pm - 9:30pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Tue 10 Mar 2026 | 6:30pm - 9:30pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Tue 17 Mar 2026 | 6:30pm - 9:30pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Tue 24 Mar 2026 | 6:30pm - 9:30pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Tue 31 Mar 2026 | 6:30pm - 9:30pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre |
This course has no current classes. Please the waiting list.
Wheel Throwing with Takeaki Totsuka
<p><em><strong>Previously named 'Essentials of Clay'</strong></em></p>
<h3 id="header-suitable-for-all-levels"><em>Suitable for all levels</em></h3>
<p>The focus is on learning how to use the potter’s
...| When | Time | Where | Session Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mon 2 Feb 2026 | 6:30pm - 9:30pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Mon 9 Feb 2026 | 6:30pm - 9:30pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Mon 16 Feb 2026 | 6:30pm - 9:30pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Mon 23 Feb 2026 | 6:30pm - 9:30pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Mon 2 Mar 2026 | 6:30pm - 9:30pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Mon 9 Mar 2026 | 6:30pm - 9:30pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Mon 16 Mar 2026 | 6:30pm - 9:30pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Mon 23 Mar 2026 | 6:30pm - 9:30pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Mon 30 Mar 2026 | 6:30pm - 9:30pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre |
<p><em><strong>Previously named 'Essentials of Clay'</strong></em></p>
<h3 id="header-suitable-for-all-levels"><em>Suitable for all levels</em></h3>
<p>The focus is on learning how to use the potter’s
...| When | Time | Where | Session Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thu 5 Feb 2026 | 6:30pm - 9:30pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Thu 12 Feb 2026 | 6:30pm - 9:30pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Thu 19 Feb 2026 | 6:30pm - 9:30pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Thu 26 Feb 2026 | 6:30pm - 9:30pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Thu 5 Mar 2026 | 6:30pm - 9:30pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Thu 12 Mar 2026 | 6:30pm - 9:30pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Thu 19 Mar 2026 | 6:30pm - 9:30pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Thu 26 Mar 2026 | 6:30pm - 9:30pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Thu 2 Apr 2026 | 6:30pm - 9:30pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre |
This course has no current classes. Please the waiting list.
Working With Clay (Intermediate & Advanced) - Natalie Velthuyzen
<h3 id="header-the-friday-class-in-term-1-2026-is-an-8-week-class-due-to-the-public-holiday">The Friday class in Term 1, 2026 is an 8 week class due to the public holiday</h3>
<p>This 4 hour course
...| When | Time | Where | Session Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tue 3 Feb 2026 | 10am - 2pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Tue 10 Feb 2026 | 10am - 2pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Tue 17 Feb 2026 | 10am - 2pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Tue 24 Feb 2026 | 10am - 2pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Tue 3 Mar 2026 | 10am - 2pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Tue 10 Mar 2026 | 10am - 2pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Tue 17 Mar 2026 | 10am - 2pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Tue 24 Mar 2026 | 10am - 2pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Tue 31 Mar 2026 | 10am - 2pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre |
<h3 id="header-the-friday-class-in-term-1-2026-is-an-8-week-class-due-to-the-public-holiday">The Friday class in Term 1, 2026 is an 8 week class due to the public holiday</h3>
<p>This 4 hour course
...| When | Time | Where | Session Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri 6 Feb 2026 | 10am - 2pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Fri 13 Feb 2026 | 10am - 2pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Fri 20 Feb 2026 | 10am - 2pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Fri 27 Feb 2026 | 10am - 2pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Fri 6 Mar 2026 | 10am - 2pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Fri 13 Mar 2026 | 10am - 2pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Fri 20 Mar 2026 | 10am - 2pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Fri 27 Mar 2026 | 10am - 2pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre |
This course has no current classes. Please the waiting list.
Functional and Sculptural Ceramics with Chris Ma
<p>This course facilitates various levels of wheel forming and handbuilding techniques, providing individual guidance for students in making functional wares and sculpture. Fees cover tuition and
...
| When | Time | Where | Session Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thu 5 Feb 2026 | 9:45am - 1:45pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Thu 12 Feb 2026 | 9:45am - 1:45pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Thu 19 Feb 2026 | 9:45am - 1:45pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Thu 26 Feb 2026 | 9:45am - 1:45pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Thu 5 Mar 2026 | 9:45am - 1:45pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Thu 12 Mar 2026 | 9:45am - 1:45pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Thu 19 Mar 2026 | 9:45am - 1:45pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Thu 26 Mar 2026 | 9:45am - 1:45pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Thu 2 Apr 2026 | 9:45am - 1:45pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre |
<p>This course facilitates various levels of wheel forming and handbuilding techniques, providing individual guidance for students in making functional wares and sculpture. Fees cover tuition and
...
| When | Time | Where | Session Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wed 4 Feb 2026 | 9:45am - 1:45pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Wed 11 Feb 2026 | 9:45am - 1:45pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Wed 18 Feb 2026 | 9:45am - 1:45pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Wed 25 Feb 2026 | 9:45am - 1:45pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Wed 4 Mar 2026 | 9:45am - 1:45pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Wed 11 Mar 2026 | 9:45am - 1:45pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Wed 18 Mar 2026 | 9:45am - 1:45pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Wed 25 Mar 2026 | 9:45am - 1:45pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Wed 1 Apr 2026 | 9:45am - 1:45pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre |
<p>This course facilitates various levels of wheel forming and handbuilding techniques, providing individual guidance for students in making functional wares and sculpture. Fees cover tuition and
...
| When | Time | Where | Session Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wed 4 Feb 2026 | 2pm - 5pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Wed 11 Feb 2026 | 2pm - 5pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Wed 18 Feb 2026 | 2pm - 5pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Wed 25 Feb 2026 | 2pm - 5pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Wed 4 Mar 2026 | 2pm - 5pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Wed 11 Mar 2026 | 2pm - 5pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Wed 18 Mar 2026 | 2pm - 5pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Wed 25 Mar 2026 | 2pm - 5pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Wed 1 Apr 2026 | 2pm - 5pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre |
If there isn't a class to suit you, please the waiting list.
Wheel Throwing (Intermediate to Advanced) with Takeaki Totsuka
<p>This course is intended for intermediate to advanced students. The focus is on wheel throwing for everyday functional ware, drawing on Japanese pottery styles. Advanced students are welcome to work
...| When | Time | Where | Session Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wed 4 Feb 2026 | 6pm - 9pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Wed 11 Feb 2026 | 6pm - 9pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Wed 18 Feb 2026 | 6pm - 9pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Wed 25 Feb 2026 | 6pm - 9pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Wed 4 Mar 2026 | 6pm - 9pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Wed 11 Mar 2026 | 6pm - 9pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Wed 18 Mar 2026 | 6pm - 9pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Wed 25 Mar 2026 | 6pm - 9pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre | |
| Wed 1 Apr 2026 | 6pm - 9pm (UTC+11:00) | Ceramics Studio - Willoughby Arts Centre |
This course has no current classes. Please the waiting list.
Pinch and Coil with Barbara Campbell-Allen / 5 Day Workshop
This course has no current classes. Please the waiting list.
Working With Clay - Natalie Velthuyzen
This course has no current classes. Please the waiting list.
Working with Clay with Barbara Campbell-Allen / 5 Day Workshop
This course has no current classes. Please the waiting list.
Introduction to Throwing on the Potter’s Wheel with Natalie Velthuyzen / 1 Day Workshop
NEW WORKSHOP!
Learn the basics of wheel throwing in this absolute beginners class with Natalie Velthuyzen. Perfect for those with no experience who want to try their hand at wheel throwing before signing up to a Term class. Please note: This class focuses purely on learning a new skill - students will not be firing works from the workshop. Click the course name for more information...
This course has no current classes. Please the waiting list.
Ash and Local Clay Glazes with Natalie Velthuyzen / Workshop
NEW WORKSHOP!
This specialised and relaxed information session is an introduction to using ash and local clay to create a glaze. Please note: This is an information and demonstrating session only, participants will not have the opportunity to make their own work. Click the course name for more information...
This course has no current classes. Please the waiting list.