6 Week Hand Building & Sculpture Class
Beginner – Intermediate Ceramics Course
Instructor: Lauren Jane Salt
Duration: 6 weeks
Start Date: March 6, 2025
Schedule: Thursdays, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Farmer Street Studio, 10 Farmer St, North Perth WA 6006
Cost: $65 per class | $390 total
Course Overview
This beginner to intermediate friendly course is designed to help you explore the fundamentals of hand building ceramics while encouraging your personal artistic expression. Whether you're new to clay or looking to refine your skills, this structured yet flexible program provides the guidance and creative freedom to grow at your own pace.
Each week, Lauren will introduce new techniques and approaches to working with clay, ensuring a well-rounded learning experience. The course is tailored for those who enjoy hands-on instruction as well as those who prefer independent exploration.
What You'll Learn
Over the six weeks, students will explore:
꩜ Coiling – Building forms using hand-rolled coils
꩜ Slab Building – Creating functional and sculptural pieces using slab techniques
꩜ Sculpture Techniques – Forming and refining artistic clay structures
꩜ Glazing Methods – Exploring surface decoration and finishes
꩜ Clay Properties & Best Practices – Understanding material behavior, drying, and firing processes
What’s Included?
꩜ Clay, glazes, and all necessary tools
꩜ Firing services for your finished pieces
꩜ A welcoming studio environment shared with experienced ceramicists
Location & Parking
📍 Farmer Street Studio is a collaborative artist space, home to renowned ceramicist Graham Hay.
🚗 Free parking available on Farmer Street or Namur Street (north side of the venue).
📌 Limited spots available! Book now to secure your place.
6 Week Hand Building & Sculpture Class
Beginner – Intermediate Ceramics Course
Instructor: Lauren Jane Salt
Duration: 6 weeks
Start Date: March 6, 2025
Schedule: Thursdays, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Farmer Street Studio, 10 Farmer St, North Perth WA 6006
Cost: $65 per class | $390 total
Course Overview
This beginner to intermediate friendly course is designed to help you explore the fundamentals of hand building ceramics while encouraging your personal artistic expression. Whether you're new to clay or looking to refine your skills, this structured yet flexible program provides the guidance and creative freedom to grow at your own pace.
Each week, Lauren will introduce new techniques and approaches to working with clay, ensuring a well-rounded learning experience. The course is tailored for those who enjoy hands-on instruction as well as those who prefer independent exploration.
What You'll Learn
Over the six weeks, students will explore:
꩜ Coiling – Building forms using hand-rolled coils
꩜ Slab Building – Creating functional and sculptural pieces using slab techniques
꩜ Sculpture Techniques – Forming and refining artistic clay structures
꩜ Glazing Methods – Exploring surface decoration and finishes
꩜ Clay Properties & Best Practices – Understanding material behavior, drying, and firing processes
What’s Included?
꩜ Clay, glazes, and all necessary tools
꩜ Firing services for your finished pieces
꩜ A welcoming studio environment shared with experienced ceramicists
Location & Parking
📍 Farmer Street Studio is a collaborative artist space, home to renowned ceramicist Graham Hay.
🚗 Free parking available on Farmer Street or Namur Street (north side of the venue).
📌 Limited spots available! Book now to secure your place.