Book Your Private Pottery Workshop
Looking for a creative way to celebrate, connect, or just have fun together?
Our private pottery workshops are designed to help you slow down, get your hands muddy, and discover the joy of clay — whether you’re a complete beginner or have some experience. Perfect for family celebrations, workplace team-building, or simply a fun gathering with friends, these events create meaningful experiences through the shared joy of craft.
The Experience
You’ll spend 2–2.5 hours in our Collingwood studio, guided step by step by award-winning ceramic artists. Along the way, you’ll:
- Learn pottery techniques in a relaxed, beginner-friendly setting
- Create two beautiful pieces that we’ll glaze and fire for you to keep
- Enjoy time together away from screens, doing something hands-on and memorable
- Experience the joy of working with clay while being coached by expert teachers
Our warm, patient tutors provide individual attention to help you create something you’ll be proud of. Past participants are often amazed by what they achieve in just 2 hours!
Workshop Options
Wheel Throwing – Up to 12 people
Experience the meditative joy of shaping clay on the potter’s wheel using the signature Slow Clay Method
Handbuilding – Up to 9 people
Create organic pieces using traditional pinch, coil, and slab techniques around our lovely large communal table, perfect for functional items like mugs with handles
Combined Wheel + Handbuilding – Up to 21 people
The full studio experience! Ideal for larger groups wanting to try both techniques at the wheels and around the table (2.5-hour session with an additional teacher)
When We’re Available
During term times: Friday afternoons, evenings, or Saturday afternoon time slots
During holiday periods: Additional weekday and evening options available
Pricing & Inclusions
- $135 per person for groups of 3 or more
- 10% discount for groups of 10+
- All materials, expert tuition, and firing for two finished pieces per person included
- Large groups (12+ participants) or combined workshops require a second teacher and there’s an additional $90 flat fee
Food & Refreshments
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks! We’re happy to provide glassware and platters at no extra charge — just let us know in advance. Or book one of our amazing local Collingwood eateries for before or after your workshop!
Booking & Payment
- $295 non-refundable deposit to secure your date
- Balance due 7 days before the workshop when we confirm final numbers
- Rescheduling is free up to 7 days prior; changes made 3–7 days prior incur a $25 fee
- Finished pieces will be glazed, fired, and ready for pickup approximately 3–4 weeks after your workshop
Ready to Book?
Call us: (03) 9943 7844
Email us: info@slowclay.com
We’re happy to answer any questions about your event and help you choose the perfect workshop format for your group!
Please also see: Private Mentoring and Taster Classes