Class Schedule
Explore a variety of classes designed to suit all skill levels.
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Introduction to the Wheel
A one-time session to get you started on the potter’s wheel.
$100.00
Course duration: 2 hours
Perfect for beginners looking to dip their hands into ceramics without a long-term commitment.
Hands-on guidance from experienced instructors.
Gain foundational skills and confidence to explore further classes.
Class price includes all tools, material and firings, and two fully finished food safe pieces to be collected within 5 weeks.
Option to keep more pieces at the end of the class at a $10 extra per piece.
Please allow for an extra 10 minutes at the end of class for extra information and pieces selection.
This class is offered every Saturday 2pm.
6-Weeks Throwing Course
Embark on an Extended Journey into Wheel-Thrown Pottery: A 6-Week Immersive Course
$440.00
Course duration: 2 hours each week for 6 weeks
A focused, 6-week curriculum designed to build your confidence and technique on the wheel quickly.
Perfect for absolute beginners or those returning to the clay, focusing on the core mechanics of centering and pulling consistent walls.
Experience the complete pottery process from a piece of clay to trimming, firing, and final glaze application.
Move past "happy accidents" to create purposeful forms, learning the physics and "why" behind the clay.
Your fee covers all professional tools, premium clay, house glazes, and both bisque and glaze firings.
Expect to create a curated collection of 8-12 unique, food-safe ceramic pieces to take home.
8-Weeks Wheel Throwing Course
The Complete Potter: An 8-Week Masterclass in Wheel-Thrown Ceramics
$580.00
Course duration: 2 hours each week for 8 weeks
Extending to an eight-week format provides the luxury of time to truly settle into the wheel, moving beyond the basics to focus on the nuances of centering and wall-pulling.
Ideal for absolute beginners to establish a strong foundation, and for those with some experience to further develop their throwing abilities.
The extra weeks allow for a full immersion in the pottery cycle, ensuring you don't just "make a pot" but fully understand every stage from the first wedge of clay to the final glaze firing.
With additional sessions, you can move past the initial learning curve to refine your forms, focusing on intentionality in your shapes rather than just the "happy accidents" of shorter courses.
All necessary tools, clay, a selection of glazes, and both bisque and glaze firings are provided within the course fee.
Benefit from increased practice and instruction, allowing you to create and take home approximately 8-15 unique, food-safe ceramic items.
Introduction to Hand Building
Introduction to sculpting and shaping clay by hand.
$110.00
Course duration: 2.5 hours
Perfect for beginners looking to dip their hands into ceramics without a long-term commitment.
Learn the basics in slab building, coiling, and pinching techniques.
Gain an understanding of surface textures and decorative finishes.
No prior experience needed—a perfect start for those new to ceramics.
Class price includes all the tools, clay and firings.
Take home 2 pieces fully finished and food safe to be collected within 5 weeks.
Option to keep more pieces at the end of the class at a $10 extra per piece.
8-Weeks Hand Building Course
The Hand-Builder’s Journey: An 8-Week Deep Dive into Clay
$580.00
Course duration: 2 hours each week for 8 weeks
Discover the meditative art of creating without a wheel. This comprehensive 8-week course guides you through the three pillars of hand-building: pinching, coiling, and slab construction. From the very first thumbprint to the final glaze fire, you will develop the technical skills and creative confidence to transform raw clay into a curated collection of functional and sculptural forms.
Develop a Cohesive Collection: 8 weeks allow you to create a series of works that feel like they belong together.
Technical Troubleshooting: More time means more opportunities to learn from "happy accidents" and perfect your joining techniques.
Creative Autonomy: As the course progresses, you'll have the studio space and guidance to move beyond class exercises and start realising your own unique designs.
2-Day Figurative Clay Sculpture Workshop
Course duration: 5 hours + 1 hour lunch break over two days.
August 1st and 2nd - 10:00am to 4:00pm - SOLD OUT - if you’d like to have your name on a waitlist, send me an email on hello@kilnfolk.au with your details
New Date - July 30th & 31st (Thursday and Friday) - 10:00am to 4:00pm
- SOLD OUT - if you’d like to have your name on a waitlist, send me an email on hello@kilnfolk.au with your details
Around 5kg of clay included. Firing paid separately at a $12/kg flat fee.
$250.00
We are incredibly excited to welcome Italian artists Vanessa and Marco back to Kilnfolk for one final exclusive weekend before they head home. This intensive, two-day workshop is a rare opportunity to learn traditional European figurative modelling techniques right here in Richmond.
What You’ll Learn:
Structural Building: Master the art of modelling a clay head sculpture over a specialised wooden support structure designed to handle the weight of the clay.
Anatomical Form: Learn the step-by-step process of sculpting realistic facial features, proportions, and expressive textures under expert guidance.
Hollowing & Firing Prep: Discover the precise techniques required to hollow out, release, and prepare large-scale sculptural pieces safely for the kiln.
Workshop Details:
All Skill Levels Welcome: Whether you are a beginner looking to try sculpting for the first time or an experienced ceramicist wanting to dive into complex forms, this workshop offers tailored guidance for every level.
Intimate Class Size: Spots are strictly limited to ensure plenty of one-on-one instruction time with Vanessa and Marco.
What’s Included: High-quality sculpting clay, use of specialised studio tools, armature structures, and use of our beautiful studio space.l
⚠️ Important Note: This is Vanessa and Marco's final Melbourne appearance before returning to Italy. Our previous session with them sold out completely, so early booking is highly recommended!
Make sure to bring a profile and front black and white photo of your model as well as some snacks. You’ll find various places to get some lunch from around Bridge Road, however, we do have a microwave if you wish to bring some lunch. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes as we’ll work stand up most of the day.
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