Booking and Course Information

Term 1

Monday Day Class

Date                      February 15 to March 22 (6 weeks) 

Time                      10 am to 1 pm (sharp)   

Tutor                     Elsa

FULLY BOOKED- JOIN WAITLIST

Course description: Classes will be designed to cater for beginners and the most experience with demonstrations and individual assistance provided. We will explore different techniques for hand building and strengthen your skills on the potter’s wheel. At the same time, we will experiment with texture and ceramic glazes using a variety of painting techniques. You will be encouraged to try all forms of hand building using your own ideas based on drawings and or digital images.

NB: Please bring your own tool kit or purchase from our studio @ priced between $20 to $40 per set. No shared tools supplied due to Covid 19 compliance rules.

 

Wednesday Evening Introduction to Wheel Throwing Class

Date                      March 3 to 24 (4 weeks)

Time                      6 to 9 pm

Tutor                     Di Turner

Fee                        $190 (includes firings and materials) + Tool kit

Course description: This course will consist of 4 weeks of expert tuition in wheel work. You’ll learn the basics about centring clay, trimming and basic decorative techniques.

NB: Please bring your own tool kit or purchase from our studio priced from $20 to $40 per set. No shared tools supplied due to Covid 19 compliance rules.

 

Tuesday Evening Advanced Class –more experienced potters

Date                      February 16 to March 23 (6 weeks)

Time                      6 to 9 pm

Tutor                     Di Turner

Fee                        $300 (includes firings and materials)

Course description: In this course Dianne will guide you to refine your wheel throwing or hand building techniques. You will be working with mid to high fired range of clay and glazes.  Each week a throwing technique will be demonstrated. You are free to work on your own projects or try your hand at the project demonstrated.

NB: Please bring your own tool kit or purchase from our studio @. No shared tools supplied due to Covid 19 compliance rules.

Thursday Evening Class- Suitable for beginners and ongoing students

Date                      February 18 to March 25 (6 weeks)

Time                      6 to 9 pm

Tutor                     Di Turner

FULLY BOOKED- JOIN WAITLIST

Course description: This course is designed to nurture your throwing and glazing techniques.  With 4 weeks of wheel time and 2 weeks concentrated on developing your glazing / surface treatment and decoration techniques.

NB: Please bring your own tool kit or purchase from our studio from $20 to $40 per set. No shared tools supplied due to Covid 19 compliance rules.

Applications are invited for our group exhibition opening on Friday December 11, 2020. The exhibition will include an online Virtual Exhibition of works submitted, and a Covid safe Opening on Friday December, 11. The exhibition will run for the duration of the weekend and the following week until December 18.

Vase Exhibition: This theme was selected as a way to celebrate the close of 2020 to remediate the fear, uncertainty and chaos endured while our studio closed. The vase form evokes many traditions of celebratin and sometimes loss floral elements and objects from nature contained within the vessel bring colour and beauty into our lives, offering hope and reflection.
To showcase our student work and other entries to this Group Show, we strongly encourage you to enter:
Entry requirements:

• Complete entry form (below)
• Attach at least 2 photo images of the Vase entry: Size : 75 dpi Jpg  (for the virtual exhibition)
• ONE vase entry only per person (No Entry Fee)
• A display of flower/s therein or dried arrangement is encouraged but not essential:-PCAI is encouraging home picked floral or greenery arrangements from your garden; purchase of flowers is also Ok.
• The judging will be based on the vase form and not the floral arrangement; however this may influence the final decision.
• Judges consist of PCAI tutors and 1 independent artist.
• All works to be collected by end of exhibition

We will be awarding three prizes:
First prize: Certificate & ceramic arts materials to the value of $150
People’s Choice Award: Certificate & value $100 in ceramic arts materials
Encouragement Award: Certificate & $50 in ceramic arts materials 
You will also have the option of selling your work; PCAI takes a 20% commission towards the ongoing fundraising efforts that support our studio.

Term 4 classes 2020-09-30

Dear Students

Thank you so much for your patience during these unprecedented pandemic times. We have taken a while to get classes up and running to ensure that we can comply with the Covid safety guidelines and the 2^nd wave of cases nearby.

The good news is that Term 4 classes will recommence in October and I’m writing to let you know first. We are minimising the numbers in the class, so we wanted to contact our previous students rather than advertising outside for this Term.

Covid Safe rules will apply to all students and staff when attending the studio. A sign in register and hand sanitisers will be required on entry to studio. If you have the slightest sign of an illness, please do not attend. (Further Covid compliance guidelines for PCAI studio will be supplied on confirmation of your enrolment).

The class fee has increased slightly, due to reduced class size and external costs to PCAI.

We are so lucky to have secured our beloved Peter Dwyer back again this Term as a teacher , as Peter is very much in demand as a TAFE tutor and is undertaking his PHD studies in Ceramics at the National Art School, Sydney. So please book in ASAP as this may be Peters last Term with us for a while.

Some of you have a 2 week credit from last Term, which we can honour in a course fee reduction or by attending a 6 hour class on a Saturday during Term( date TBC). I will contact those people directly.

Booking and Course Information

Term 4

Monday Day Class  FULL  Join Waitlist (as a place may open)

Date October 12 to November 30 (8 weeks)

Time 10 am to 1 pm (sharp)

Tutor Peter Dwyer

Fee $380 (includes firings and materials)

Course description: This course is designed to teach you the basics of ceramic wheel throwing and trimming, glazing and surface decoration. You will be guided by an expert teacher and work at your own pace to become more confident in your techniques.

There is an extra fee of $20 for students who work with midfire to stoneware (conditions apply)

NB: Please bring your own tool kit or purchase from our studio @ $40 per set. No shared tools supplied due to Covid 19 compliance rules.

Monday Evening Wheel Throwing Class FULL  Join Waitlist (as a place may open)

Date October 12 to November 30 (8 weeks)

Time 6 to 9 pm

Tutor Peter Dwyer

Fee $380 (includes firings and materials)

Course description: This course will consist of 5 weeks of expert tuition in wheel work followed by 3 weeks focusing on surface treatments/decoration applied to pieces made, and some hand building to learn about these techniques.

NB: Please bring your own tool kit or purchase from our studio @ $40 per set. No shared tools supplied due to Covid 19 compliance rules.

There is an extra fee of $20 for students who work with midfire to stoneware (conditions apply)

Tuesday Evening Advanced Class FULL  Join Waitlist (as a place may open)

Date October 12 to November 30 (8 weeks) – 

Time 6 to 9 pm

Tutor Di Turner

Full

Course description: In this course Dianne will guide you to refine your wheel throwing or hand building techniques. You will be working with mid to high fired range of clay and glazes. Each week a throwing technique will be demonstrated. You are free to work on your own projects or try your hand at the project demonstrated.

NB: Please bring your own tool kit or purchase from our studio @ $40 per set. No shared tools supplied due to Covid 19 compliance rules.

Thursday Evening Class – FULL  Join Waitlist  (as a place may open)

Date October 12 to November 30 (8 weeks)

Time 6 to 9 pm

Tutor Di Turner

Full

Course description: This course is designed to nurture you throwing and glazing techniques. With 5 weeks of wheel time and 3 weeks concentrated to developing your glazing / surface treatment and decoration techniques.

NB: Please bring your own tool kit or purchase from our studio @ $40 per set. No shared tools supplied due to Covid 19 compliance rules.

Cancelled Until Further Notice

Date: April 15 & 16, 2020 school holidays

Ages: 5 to 12 (Limit of 10 children)

Time: 10 am to 3 pm

Cost:  $120 for 2 days includes all materials and firings

Creative Kids Vouchers: PCAI are Certified Children’s Voucher Supplier, so you can use your $100 vouchers for this 2 day workshop. If you have not registered for one here is the link: https://www.service.nsw.gov.au/transaction/apply-creative-kids-voucher

 

Details: This 2 day workshop will provide 2 glorious days of fun building with clay. Children will make at least 2 clay projects and learn how to sculpt, join texture and colour from clay. The pieces will be bisque and glazed fired and ready for pick up in 3 weeks.

Bring Lunch: Plus morning and afternoon snacks. Please do not ring any peanut containing foods PLEASE. 

NB: Children with additional care needs please chat to us before enrolling: i.e. allergies; language barriers, medical or behavioural issues,   

 

Friday Night Chill Out Ceramics  

These Chill-Out nights provide a nice alternative to end of the week gatherings. You can bring a bottle of wine and some snacks and PCAI staff will provide you with a step by step pottery project that can be completed within the timeframe. Pieces are then glazed and fired to be collected at a later date.

Date: Cancelled Until Further Notice

Time:  6.30 to 9.30 pm  

Cost:  $60 per person includes firing fee

Details: Examples of a hand building clay projects include: making or decorating mugs, bowls, sculpture, making figurines, flatware vessels to name but a few projects. NB: we don’t do pottery wheels in the Chill out Sessions. Bookings for these can be made as individual or group.

NB: we require at least 6 people for the Chill Out Session to run.

Course description

Rob Linigen Glaze mixing for cone 6 (1220oC) workshops
Enrich your glaze surfaces with this 2 day workshop with Rob Linigen. Learn to mix your own
cone 6 glazes, and extend your range of colours and surfaces. You’ll learn some basic glaze
chemistry and practical testing methods to adapt and apply glazes to your clay and firing.
Troubleshoot your glaze problems and learn to apply glaze consistently and creatively.

Recommended clays for cone 6 (1220oC)
The clay we will be testing on is mainly Keanes Midfire No 6 which is fine white throwing
clay, good for tableware. Less than 1% absorption at full cone 6
We will also do some sampling on Keanes Lumina Midfire porcelain and the new Black
Midfire clay.

About Rob Linigen
Rob Linigen is a master potter, al round good guy, and a teacher passionate about
experimenting with glaze and firing techniques. As former Senior Head Teacher Fine Arts,
Nepean College WSI TAFE, he will help you to develop your skills in ceramics to the highest
level.
His studio is based in the Blue Mountains west of Sydney amidst a lovely bushland setting.
PCAI have experienced the passion and generosity of Robs teaching during our Raku
workshop programs at his studio, over the past 2 winters and hopefully will again this year.

Workshop Details
Venue: Parramatta Clay & Arts Inc Studio; Shop 5/4 to 14 Hunter Street
Dates: Sunday March 15 & 22, 2020
Time: 9 am to 4 pm
Cost: $250 for both days: includes all test tiles and firings

Students should bring
A note book and pen, camera, a USB stick, lunch (There is an RSL club nearby that serves
light snacks).
Bring along a sample of a glaze giving you any problems for trouble shooting on day 2, when
Rob will investigate the glaze recipe and firing temp.
Free street parking outside studio on Sundays; PCAI studio is a short walk from train station
Contact Information: E: pa*******@***il.com P: 04145414589

Dates: February 3, to March 26, 2020  

PCAI offers a range of courses for all levels of participation: from beginners to ongoing, to advanced wheelwork or hand building with clay.
NB: Due to the high demand for classes, and limited spaces, please consider if the 8-week Term program is suitable for you. Our tutors are highly qualified, experienced artists who wish to foster students who can commit to a focused learning environment as ceramic arts practice takes time and patience to master.
For those looking for less commitment, why not consider:
The 4 week Introduction to the Wheel course or the weekend program which includes: themed clay projects; master classes for more experienced potters; or our Friday night chill out sessions?
We can also customise sessions for you to try with friends, or a group as a social activity.

Term 1, 2020 Program
Sessions Times: each course runs for: x 4 or x 8 weeks; held once per week; x3 hours each week.
Term Fees: cover tuition, basic materials and firings. More details regarding materials are listed below. Students are encouraged to purchase tool kits and brushes from our studio (at much discounted prices compared to retail outlets) or bring their own. Details regarding what to bring will be sent once enrolment is confirmed.
Please select your session times from the following options and proceed to the enrolment form and carefully read the Terms and Conditions of Enrolment.

Tuesday Morning Wheelwork and Hand building
Dates February 4, to March 24, 2020 (8 weeks)
Fee $350
Time ` 10am to 1 pm
Tutor Peter Dwyer
This class will foster an understanding of basic ceramic techniques from hand-building to wheel throwing, and surface decoration using coloured slips, glazes, texture and incising. Ongoing Students will be nurtured to the next level of advancement in their ceramic journey.
NB: replaces Tuesday am class
Level: It is open to all levels of ability from beginner to ongoing students.
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Monday Evening -Introduction to Wheel Work New course
Dates February 3, to March 2, 2020 (4 weeks) NB dates: 3, 10, 17 February & March 2
FULL – JOIN WAITLIST
Time ` 6.30 to 9.30 pm
Tutor Di Turner
This 4 week course will focus on using the Pottery Wheel. You will learn how to centre clay to make small bowls and cylinders, trimming and some decorative surface treatment techniques using slips and clear glaze. It is designed for those who may want to try the course first before enrolling in an 8 week term.
Level: It is recommended for beginners or those wishing to revise their throwing technique.
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Tuesday Evening Advanced Wheelwork and Hand building
Dates February 4, to March 24, 2020 (8 weeks)
FULL – JOIN WAITLIST
Time ` 6.30 to 9.30 pm
Tutor Di Turner
This class is designed for students who wish to further develop and extend their competency in wheel work and some hand-building projects. Students’ will be working with high temperature stoneware clay and glazes.
Level Requirement: Completed at least 3 Terms of tuition at PCAI or other Institute; demonstrated evidence of competency on the wheel and understanding of materials prior to enrolment in this class.

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Wednesday Morning Wheelwork and Hand building
Dates February 5, to March 25, 2020 (8 weeks)
Fee $350
Time ` 10 am to 1 pm
Tutor Peter Dwyer
This class will foster an understanding of basic ceramic techniques from hand-building to wheel throwing, and surface decoration using coloured slips, glazes, texture and incising. Ongoing Students will be nurtured to the next level of advancement in their ceramic journey
Level: It is open to all levels of ability from beginner to ongoing students.

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 Thursday Evening Wheelwork and Hand building
Dates February 6, to March 26, 2020 (8 weeks)
  FULL – JOIN WAITLIST
Time ` 6.30 to 9.30 pm
Tutor Di Turner
This class will foster an understanding of basic ceramic techniques from hand-building to wheel throwing, and surface decoration using coloured slips, glazes, texture and incising. Ongoing Students will be nurtured to the next level of advancement in their ceramic journey
Level: It is open to all levels of ability from beginner to ongoing students.
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Conditions of Enrolment, Parramatta Clay and Arts Inc. (PCAI)
How to enrol:
Just complete our Online Enrolment Form which takes 5 minutes
Please fill in all details on the Form to ensure PCAI can contact and confirm enrolment.
You will then be directed to a payment page.

Payment
Payment in FULL must be made at time of booking or your place is not confirmed.
Payment methods:
Direct Deposit: Parramatta Clay & Arts Inc BSB: 082401 Account No: 158500435
• PayPal: pa*******@***il.com

Confirmation of Booking
Once your booking is confirmed, details about our studio and what to bring to class will be sent closer to class commencement date.

Cancellation/ Refund Policy / Missed classes
2 weeks notification prior to commencement of class is required if cancelling your enrolment. A $20 cancellation fee applies
As there is a large waiting list for classes, no refunds or make up classes are available once class commences for missed classes, for change of mind, or failure to attend. In dire personal circumstances a partial refund may be considered. Conditions apply. Students must contact Director immediately to be considered.

Gift Voucher
If you have received a Gift Voucher you still need to book into the program via the online Booking Form. Instead of payment details simply place Gift Voucher number in Notes section of Form. Vouchers can be purchased via email. Gift Vouchers are valid for 24 months from date of purchase.

Waiting List
Class sizes are limited to 10 to 12 persons per class and fill very fast. If classes are full, this will be advised on the online booking Form. Sometime places open, due to cancellation so please complete the waiting list details form. If a place opens when term has commenced you will be advised and pay the full rate or a pro rata rate (if you miss a class) for the remainder of Term.
The Wait list is compiled in order of date and time of your booking. Also by filling in your name, we can better plan for classes next term.

Additional Needs and Physical ability
PCAI is an accessible venue for most although there is one step to the bathroom to navigate. A wheelchair accessible bathroom is available nearby.

Using the pottery wheel can be physically challenging for some with the following conditions: arthritis in or injury to hands; neck or back pain, reduced strength or limited motion in upper arms and shoulders; later trimester of pregnancy; Hip or Foot injury.

There are ways to modify the wheel throwing experience but please consider your physical capacity prior to enrolling in a wheel throwing class. We provide many options hand building with clay, as an alternative to the pottery wheel experience. Please feel free to contact us to discuss any addition needs further, so we may be of assistance.

Materials
Your materials fee covers a bag of clay, coloured slips and glazes per student.
Additional materials such as underglaze and tissue transfers can be purchased from the studio and are not included in materials fee.
For home studio use Clay can be purchased from the studio at discounted prices however orders need to be placed in advance.

Extra firings
PCAI kilns are always full, due to large student numbers. Occasionally we can fire some extra pieces, however a cost for bisque and glaze firings for work made outside of class time is necessary. Pieces can only be fired when kiln space is available as priority is given to PCAI enrolled student work. There are kiln firing services available at Blackwattle ceramics.

If an excess of materials is used during class, students may be asked to refine their work and select only the best for firing or to pay an additional fee for kiln space and materials used.

Dates:  October 21 to December 12, 2019

PCAI offers a range of courses for all levels of participation: from beginners to ongoing and advanced wheelwork and hand building with clay.

NB: Due to the high demand for classes, and limited spaces, please consider if the Term program is suitable rather than a short weekend course.

Our tutors are highly qualified, experienced artists who wish to foster students who can commit to a willing to commit to the focused learning environment that PCAI offers every student as ceramic arts practice takes time and patience to master.

For those looking for less commitment, why not consider the weekend program which includes:  themed short activities in clay; Master Classes; Friday night chill out sessions.  PCAI can also customise group sessions to try with friends or in a group as a social activity

Term 4, 2019 Program

Sessions Times: each course runs for: x 8 weeks; held once per week; x3 hours each week.

Term Fees:  cover tuition, basic materials and firings. More details regarding materials are listed below. Students are encouraged to purchase tool kits and brushes from our studio (at much discounted prices compared to retail outlets) or bring their own. Details regarding what to bring will be sent once enrolment is confirmed.

Please select your session times from the following options and proceed to the enrolment form and carefully read the Terms and Conditions of Enrolment.

NB: Please note increase in fees due this Term.

Monday Morning Wheelwork and Hand building

Dates    October 21 to December 9, 2019 (8 weeks)

Fee        $350

Time `    10am to 1 pm

Tutor     Peter Dwyer

This class will foster an understanding of basic ceramic techniques from hand-building to wheel throwing, and surface decoration using coloured slips, glazes, texture and incising. Ongoing Students will be nurtured to the next level of advancement in their ceramic journey.

NB: replaces Tuesday am class

Level:  It is open to all levels of ability from beginner to ongoing students.

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Monday Evening -Introduction to Wheel Work                                 New course

Dates    October 21 to November 18 2019 (4 weeks)

Fee        FULLY BOOKED – JOIN WAITLIST

Time `    6.30 to 9.30 pm

Tutor     Di Turner

This 4 week course will teach you how to use the Pottery Wheel. You will learn to centre clay, to make small bowls and cylinders, trimming and glazing techniques.  The course is designed to foster an understanding of basic ceramic wheel throwing, and surface decoration. It is designed for those who may want to try the course and perhaps re enrol in our 8 week program next term.

Level:  It is recommended for beginners or those wishing to revise their throwing technique.

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Tuesday Evening   Advanced Wheelwork and Hand building

Dates    October 22 to December 11, 2019 (8 weeks)

Fee        FULLY BOOKED – JOIN WAITLIST

Time `    6.30 to 9.30 pm

Tutor     Di Turner

This class is designed for students who wish to further develop and extend their competency in wheel work and some hand-building projects. Students’ will be working with high temperature stoneware clay and glazes.

Level Requirement: Completed at least 3 Terms of tuition at PCAI or other Institute; demonstrated evidence of competency on the wheel and understanding of materials prior to enrolment in this class.

Wednesday Morning       Wheelwork and Hand building

Dates    October 23 to December 11, 2019 (8 weeks)

Fee        $350

Time `    10 am to 1 pm

Tutor     Peter Dwyer

This class will foster an understanding of basic ceramic techniques from hand-building to wheel throwing, and surface decoration using coloured slips, glazes, texture and incising. Ongoing Students will be nurtured to the next level of advancement in their ceramic journey

Level:  It is open to all levels of ability from beginner to ongoing students.

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Thursday Evening Wheelwork and Hand building

Dates    October 24 to December 12, 2019 (8 weeks)

Fee       FULLY BOOKED – JOIN WAITLIST

Time `    6.30 to 9.30 pm

Tutor     Di Turner

This class will foster an understanding of basic ceramic techniques from hand-building to wheel throwing, and surface decoration using coloured slips, glazes, texture and incising. Ongoing Students will be nurtured to the next level of advancement in their ceramic journey

Level:  It is open to all levels of ability from beginner to ongoing students.

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Please complete the enrolment Form and you will be directed to Payment page. NB. Booking is not confirmed until payment is received.

Conditions of Enrolment, Parramatta Clay and Arts Inc.

Additional Needs and Physical ability

PCAI is an accessible venue for most although there is one step to the bathroom to navigate however a wheelchair accessible bathroom is available nearby.

Using the pottery wheel can be challenging physically for some with the following conditions: arthritis in or injury to hands; neck or back pain, reduced strength or limited motion in upper arms and shoulders; later trimester of pregnancy; Hip or Foot injury.

There are ways to modify the wheel throwing experience but please consider your physical capacity prior to enrolling in a wheel throwing class. We provide many options for hand building with clay as an alternative to the pottery wheel experience.

Please feel free to contact us to discuss any addition needs further, so we may be of assistance.

 Complete Online Enrolment Form

Please fill in all details on the Form to ensure PCAI can contact and confirm enrolment.

You will then be directed to a payment page.

 Payment

Payment in FULL must be made at time of booking or your place is not confirmed.

Payment methods:

Direct Deposit:  Parramatta Clay & Arts Inc BSB:  082401 Account No: 158500435

• PayPal: pa*******@***il.com

Confirmation of Booking

Once your booking is confirmed, details about our studio and what to bring to class will be sent closer to class commencement date.

Cancellation/ Refund Policy / Missed classes

2 weeks notification prior to commencement of class is required if cancelling your enrolment. A $20 cancellation fee applies

As there is a large waiting list for classes, no refunds or make up classes are available once class commences for missed classes, for change of mind, or failure to attend.  In dire personal circumstances a partial refund may be considered. Conditions apply. Students must contact Director immediately to be considered.

Gift Voucher

If you have received a Gift Voucher you still need to book into the program via the online Booking Form. Instead of payment details simply place Gift Voucher number in Notes section of Form. Vouchers can be purchased via email. Gift Vouchers are valid for 24 months from date of purchase.

 Waiting List

Class sizes are limited to 10 to 12 persons per class and fill very fast. If classes are full, this will be advised on the online booking Form. Sometime places open, due to cancellation so please complete the waiting list details form. If a place opens when term has commenced you will be advised and pay a pro rata rate for remainder of classes.

Wait list is compiled in order of date and time of booking.

Also by filling in your name, we can better plan for classes next term.

 

Dates:  October 21 to December 12, 2019

PCAI offers a range of courses for all levels of participation: from beginners to ongoing and advanced wheelwork and hand building with clay.

NB: Due to the high demand for classes, and limited spaces, please consider if the Term program is suitable rather than a short weekend course.

Our tutors are highly qualified, experienced artists who wish to foster students who can commit to a willing to commit to the focused learning environment that PCAI offers every student as ceramic arts practice takes time and patience to master.

For those looking for less commitment, why not consider the weekend program which includes:  themed short activities in clay; Master Classes; Friday night chill out sessions.  PCAI can also customise group sessions to try with friends or in a group as a social activity

Term 4, 2019 Program

Sessions Times: each course runs for: x 8 weeks; held once per week; x3 hours each week.

Term Fees:  cover tuition, basic materials and firings. More details regarding materials are listed below. Students are encouraged to purchase tool kits and brushes from our studio (at much discounted prices compared to retail outlets) or bring their own. Details regarding what to bring will be sent once enrolment is confirmed.

Please select your session times from the following options and proceed to the enrolment form and carefully read the Terms and Conditions of Enrolment.

NB: Please note increase in fees due this Term.

Monday Morning Wheelwork and Hand building

Dates    October 21 to December 9, 2019 (8 weeks)

Fee        $350

Time `    10am to 1 pm

Tutor     Peter Dwyer

This class will foster an understanding of basic ceramic techniques from hand-building to wheel throwing, and surface decoration using coloured slips, glazes, texture and incising. Ongoing Students will be nurtured to the next level of advancement in their ceramic journey.

NB: replaces Tuesday am class

Level:  It is open to all levels of ability from beginner to ongoing students.

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Monday Evening -Introduction to Wheel Work                                 New course

Dates    October 21 to November 18 2019 (4 weeks)

Fee        $180.00 includes all materials

Time `    6.30 to 9.30 pm

Tutor     Di Turner

This 4 week course will teach you how to use the Pottery Wheel. You will learn to centre clay, to make small bowls and cylinders, trimming and glazing techniques.  The course is designed to foster an understanding of basic ceramic wheel throwing, and surface decoration. It is designed for those who may want to try the course and perhaps re enrol in our 8 week program next term.

Level:  It is recommended for beginners or those wishing to revise their throwing technique.

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Tuesday Evening   Advanced Wheelwork and Hand building

Dates    October 22 to December 11, 2019 (8 weeks)

Fee        FULLY BOOKED – JOIN WAITLIST

Time `    6.30 to 9.30 pm

Tutor     Di Turner

This class is designed for students who wish to further develop and extend their competency in wheel work and some hand-building projects. Students’ will be working with high temperature stoneware clay and glazes.

Level Requirement: Completed at least 3 Terms of tuition at PCAI or other Institute; demonstrated evidence of competency on the wheel and understanding of materials prior to enrolment in this class.

Wednesday Morning       Wheelwork and Hand building

Dates    October 23 to December 11, 2019 (8 weeks)

Fee        $350

Time `    10 am to 1 pm

Tutor     Peter Dwyer

This class will foster an understanding of basic ceramic techniques from hand-building to wheel throwing, and surface decoration using coloured slips, glazes, texture and incising. Ongoing Students will be nurtured to the next level of advancement in their ceramic journey

Level:  It is open to all levels of ability from beginner to ongoing students.

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Thursday Evening Wheelwork and Hand building

Dates    October 24 to December 12, 2019 (8 weeks)

Fee       FULLY BOOKED – JOIN WAITLIST

Time `    6.30 to 9.30 pm

Tutor     Di Turner

This class will foster an understanding of basic ceramic techniques from hand-building to wheel throwing, and surface decoration using coloured slips, glazes, texture and incising. Ongoing Students will be nurtured to the next level of advancement in their ceramic journey

Level:  It is open to all levels of ability from beginner to ongoing students.

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Please complete the enrolment Form and you will be directed to Payment page. NB. Booking is not confirmed until payment is received.

Conditions of Enrolment, Parramatta Clay and Arts Inc.

Additional Needs and Physical ability

PCAI is an accessible venue for most although there is one step to the bathroom to navigate however a wheelchair accessible bathroom is available nearby.

Using the pottery wheel can be challenging physically for some with the following conditions: arthritis in or injury to hands; neck or back pain, reduced strength or limited motion in upper arms and shoulders; later trimester of pregnancy; Hip or Foot injury.

There are ways to modify the wheel throwing experience but please consider your physical capacity prior to enrolling in a wheel throwing class. We provide many options for hand building with clay as an alternative to the pottery wheel experience.

Please feel free to contact us to discuss any addition needs further, so we may be of assistance.

 Complete Online Enrolment Form

Please fill in all details on the Form to ensure PCAI can contact and confirm enrolment.

You will then be directed to a payment page.

 Payment

Payment in FULL must be made at time of booking or your place is not confirmed.

Payment methods:

Direct Deposit:  Parramatta Clay & Arts Inc BSB:  082401 Account No: 158500435

• PayPal: pa*******@***il.com

Confirmation of Booking

Once your booking is confirmed, details about our studio and what to bring to class will be sent closer to class commencement date.

Cancellation/ Refund Policy / Missed classes

2 weeks notification prior to commencement of class is required if cancelling your enrolment. A $20 cancellation fee applies

As there is a large waiting list for classes, no refunds or make up classes are available once class commences for missed classes, for change of mind, or failure to attend.  In dire personal circumstances a partial refund may be considered. Conditions apply. Students must contact Director immediately to be considered.

Gift Voucher

If you have received a Gift Voucher you still need to book into the program via the online Booking Form. Instead of payment details simply place Gift Voucher number in Notes section of Form. Vouchers can be purchased via email. Gift Vouchers are valid for 24 months from date of purchase.

 Waiting List

Class sizes are limited to 10 to 12 persons per class and fill very fast. If classes are full, this will be advised on the online booking Form. Sometime places open, due to cancellation so please complete the waiting list details form. If a place opens when term has commenced you will be advised and pay a pro rata rate for remainder of classes.

Wait list is compiled in order of date and time of booking.

Also by filling in your name, we can better plan for classes next term.

 

Parramatta Clay and Arts inc. (PCAI) Program Term 3, 2019

Dates:  August 6 to September 26, 2019

PCAI offers a range of courses for all levels of participation: from beginners to ongoing and advanced wheelwork and hand building with clay.

NB: Due to the high demand for classes, and limited spaces, please consider if the Term program is suitable for you.  

Our tutors are highly qualified, experienced artists who wish to foster students who can commit to a willing to commit to the focused learning environment that PCAI offers every student as ceramic arts practice takes time and patience to master.   

For those looking for less commitment to try with friends or in a group as a social activity, why not consider the weekend program which includes:  themed short activities in clay; Master Classes; Friday night chill out sessions.  PCAI can also customise group sessions over the weekend.

Term 3, 2019 Program

Sessions Times: each course runs for: x 8 weeks; held once per week; x3 hours each week.  

Term Fees:  cover tuition, basic materials and firings. More details regarding materials are listed below. Students are encouraged to purchase tool kits and brushes from our studio (at much discounted prices compared to retail outlets) or bring their own. Details regarding what to bring will be sent once enrolment is confirmed.  

Please select your session times from the following options and proceed to the enrolment form and carefully read the Terms and Conditions of Enrolment.  

NB: Please note increase in fees due this Term.

Monday Morning Wheelwork and Hand building

Dates    August 6 to September 24, 2019 (8 weeks)

Fee        $350

Time `    10am to 1 pm

Tutor     Peter Dwyer

This class will foster an understanding of basic ceramic techniques from hand-building to wheel throwing, and surface decoration using coloured slips, glazes, texture and incising. Ongoing Students will be nurtured to the next level of advancement in their ceramic journey.

NB: replaces Tuesday am class

Level:  It is open to all levels of ability from beginner to ongoing students. 

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Tuesday Evening   Advanced Wheelwork and Hand building

Dates    August 6 to September 24, 2019 (8 weeks)

Fee        $380:- covers increased materials and higher firing range

Time `    6.30 to 9.30 pm

Tutor     Di Turner

This class is designed for students who wish to further develop and extend their competency in wheel work and some hand-building projects. Students’ will be working with high temperature stoneware clay and glazes.

Level Requirement: Completed at least 3 Terms of tuition at PCAI or other Institute; demonstrated evidence of competency on the wheel and understanding of materials prior to enrolment in this class.

Wednesday Morning       Wheelwork and Hand building

Dates    August 7 to September 25, 2019 (8 weeks)

Fee        $350

Time `    10 am to 1 pm

Tutor     Peter Dwyer

This class will foster an understanding of basic ceramic techniques from hand-building to wheel throwing, and surface decoration using coloured slips, glazes, texture and incising. Ongoing Students will be nurtured to the next level of advancement in their ceramic journey

Level:  It is open to all levels of ability from beginner to ongoing students. 

Thursday Evening Wheelwork and Hand building

Dates    August 8 to September 26, 2019 (8 weeks)

FULL JOIN WAITLIST

Time `    6.30 to 9.30 pm

Tutor     Di Turner

This class will foster an understanding of basic ceramic techniques from hand-building to wheel throwing, and surface decoration using coloured slips, glazes, texture and incising. Ongoing Students will be nurtured to the next level of advancement in their ceramic journey

Level:  It is open to all levels of ability from beginner to ongoing students. 

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 Cancellation/ Refund Policy / Missed classes

2 weeks notification prior to commencement of class is required if cancelling your enrolment. A $20 cancellation fee applies

As there is a large waiting list for classes, no refunds or make up classes are available once class commences for missed classes, for change of mind, or failure to attend.  In dire personal circumstances a partial refund may be considered. Conditions apply. Students must contact Director immediately to be considered.

Gift Voucher

If you have received a Gift Voucher you still need to book into the program via the online Booking Form. Instead of payment details simply place Gift Voucher number in Notes section of Form. Vouchers can be purchased via email. Gift Vouchers are valid for 24 months from date of purchase.

 

Waiting List

Class sizes are limited to 10 to 12 persons per class and fill very fast. If classes are full, this will be advised on the online booking Form. Sometime places open, due to cancellation so please complete the waiting list details form. If a place opens when term has commenced you will be advised and pay a pro rata rate for remainder of classes.  

Wait list is compiled in order of date and time of booking.

Also by filling in your name, we can better plan for classes next term.

 

Additional Needs and Physical ability

PCAI is an accessible venue for most although there is one step to the bathroom to navigate however a wheelchair accessible bathroom is available nearby.

 

Using the pottery wheel can be challenging physically for some with the following conditions: arthritis in or injury to hands; neck or back pain, reduced strength or limited motion in upper arms and shoulders; later trimester of pregnancy; Hip or Foot injury.

 

There are ways to modify the wheel throwing experience but please consider your physical capacity prior to enrolling in a wheel throwing class. We provide many options for hand building with clay as an alternative to the pottery wheel experience. 

Please feel free to contact us to discuss any addition needs further, so we may be of assistance.

 

Materials

Your materials fee covers a bag of clay, coloured slips and glazes per student.

 Additional materials such as underglaze and tissue transfers can be purchased from the studio and are not included in materials fee.

For home studio use Clay can be purchased from the studio at discounted prices however orders need to be placed in advance.  

 

Extra firings

PCAI kilns are always full, due to large student numbers. Occasionally we can fire some extra pieces, however a cost for bisque and glaze firings for work made outside of class time is necessary. Pieces can only be fired when kiln space is available as priority is given to PCAI enrolled student work.  There are kiln firing services available at Blackwattle ceramics.

 

If an excess of materials is used during class, students may be asked to refine their work and select only the best for firing or to pay an additional fee for kiln space and materials used.

 

Please complete the enrolment Form and you will be directed to Payment page. NB. Booking is not confirmed until payment is received.

 

Raku  Workshop June 1 2019 9am

Raku ware is a type of Japanese pottery traditionally used in Japanese tea ceremonies, most often in the form of Chawan tea bowls. .

Raku is a process in which work is removed from the kiln at bright red heat and subjected to post-firing reduction (or smoking) by being placed in containers of combustible materials.

Firing Workshop : Robert Linegen Studio: – 19 Arcacia Ave, Leura

What to bring to Firing:

Clothing

MUST wear ENCLOSED SHOES, LONG SLEEVES AND A NECKLINE THAT COVERS THE THROAT, LONG PANTS, and NATURAL FIBRES NOT SYNTHETICS OR POLY COTTON BLENDS THAT WILL MELT OR SUPPORT FIRE:  No flowing or trailing hanging bits of clothing or jewellery.

Cap or tie long hair back. Cotton overalls are perfect. If not wearing suitable clothing you won’t get up close to the action due to OH & S concerns.  

Lunch:

Please bring along a picnic lunch

Your own ceramic mug:-Tea and coffee making available at the studio

A picnic rug or chair to sit on to enjoy the beautiful views of the mountains and duck pond

Weather

It may be cold in June at Leura, so rug up. We will notify you if weather is deemed unsuitable for firing.

Parramatta Clay and Arts inc. (PCAI) Program Term 2, 2019

Dates:  May 7 to June 27, 2019

PCAI offers a range of courses for all levels of participation: from beginners to ongoing and advanced wheelwork and hand building with clay.

NB: Due to the high demand for classes, and limited spaces, please consider if the Term program is suitable for you.  

Our tutors are highly qualified, experienced artists who wish to foster students who can commit to a willing to commit to the focused learning environment that PCAI offers every student as ceramic arts practice takes time and patience to master.   

For those looking for less commitment to try with friends or in a group as a social activity, why not consider the weekend program which includes:  themed short activities in clay; Master Classes; Friday night chill out sessions.  PCAI can also customise group sessions over the weekend.

Term 2, 2019 Program

Sessions Times: each course runs for: x 8 weeks; held once per week; x3 hours each week.  

Term Fees:  cover tuition, basic materials and firings. More details regarding materials are listed below. Students are encouraged to purchase tool kits and brushes from our studio (at much discounted prices compared to retail outlets) or bring their own. Details regarding what to bring will be sent once enrolment is confirmed.  

Please select your session times from the following options and proceed to the enrolment form and carefully read the Terms and Conditions of Enrolment.  

NB: Please note increase in fees due this Term.

Tuesday Morning Wheelwork and Hand building

Dates    May 7 to June 25, 2019 (8 weeks)

Fee        FULL JOIN WAITLIST

Time `    10am to 1 pm

Tutor     Peter Dwyer

This class will foster an understanding of basic ceramic techniques from hand-building to wheel throwing, and surface decoration using coloured slips, glazes, texture and incising. Ongoing Students will be nurtured to the next level of advancement in their ceramic journey

Level:  It is open to all levels of ability from beginner to ongoing students. 

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Tuesday Evening   Advanced Wheelwork and Hand building

Dates    May 7 to June 25, 2019, (8 weeks)

Fee        $380:- covers increased materials and higher firing range

Time `    6.30 to 9.30 pm

Tutor     Di Turner

This class is designed for students who wish to further develop and extend their competency in wheel work and some hand-building projects. Students’ will be working with high temperature stoneware clay and glazes.

Level Requirement: Completed at least 3 Terms of tuition at PCAI or other Institute; demonstrated evidence of competency on the wheel and understanding of materials prior to enrolment in this class.

Wednesday Morning       Wheelwork and Hand building

Dates    May 8 to June 26, 2019 (8 weeks)

Fee        $350

Time `    10 am to 1 pm

Tutor     Peter Dwyer

This class will foster an understanding of basic ceramic techniques from hand-building to wheel throwing, and surface decoration using coloured slips, glazes, texture and incising. Ongoing Students will be nurtured to the next level of advancement in their ceramic journey

Level:  It is open to all levels of ability from beginner to ongoing students. 

Thursday Evening Wheelwork and Hand building

Dates    May 9 to June 27, 2019 (8 weeks)

Fee        FULL JOIN WAITLIST

Time `    6.30 to 9.30 pm

Tutor     Di Turner

This class will foster an understanding of basic ceramic techniques from hand-building to wheel throwing, and surface decoration using coloured slips, glazes, texture and incising. Ongoing Students will be nurtured to the next level of advancement in their ceramic journey

Level:  It is open to all levels of ability from beginner to ongoing students. 

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Cancellation/ Refund Policy / Missed classes

2 weeks notification prior to commencement of class is required if cancelling your enrolment. A $20 cancellation fee applies

As there is a large waiting list for classes, no refunds or make up classes are available once class commences for missed classes, for change of mind, or failure to attend.  In dire personal circumstances a partial refund may be considered. Conditions apply. Students must contact Director immediately to be considered.

Gift Voucher

If you have received a Gift Voucher you still need to book into the program via the online Booking Form. Instead of payment details simply place Gift Voucher number in Notes section of Form. Vouchers can be purchased via email. Gift Vouchers are valid for 24 months from date of purchase.

 

Waiting List

Class sizes are limited to 10 to 12 persons per class and fill very fast. If classes are full, this will be advised on the online booking Form. Sometime places open, due to cancellation so please complete the waiting list details form. If a place opens when term has commenced you will be advised and pay a pro rata rate for remainder of classes.  

Wait list is compiled in order of date and time of booking.

Also by filling in your name, we can better plan for classes next term.

 

Additional Needs and Physical ability

PCAI is an accessible venue for most although there is one step to the bathroom to navigate however a wheelchair accessible bathroom is available nearby.

 

Using the pottery wheel can be challenging physically for some with the following conditions: arthritis in or injury to hands; neck or back pain, reduced strength or limited motion in upper arms and shoulders; later trimester of pregnancy; Hip or Foot injury.

 

There are ways to modify the wheel throwing experience but please consider your physical capacity prior to enrolling in a wheel throwing class. We provide many options for hand building with clay as an alternative to the pottery wheel experience. 

Please feel free to contact us to discuss any addition needs further, so we may be of assistance.

 

Materials

Your materials fee covers a bag of clay, coloured slips and glazes per student.

 Additional materials such as underglaze and tissue transfers can be purchased from the studio and are not included in materials fee.

For home studio use Clay can be purchased from the studio at discounted prices however orders need to be placed in advance.  

 

Extra firings

PCAI kilns are always full, due to large student numbers. Occasionally we can fire some extra pieces, however a cost for bisque and glaze firings for work made outside of class time is necessary. Pieces can only be fired when kiln space is available as priority is given to PCAI enrolled student work.  There are kiln firing services available at Blackwattle ceramics.

 

If an excess of materials is used during class, students may be asked to refine their work and select only the best for firing or to pay an additional fee for kiln space and materials used.

 

 

 

Parramatta Clay and Arts inc. (PCAI) Program Term 1, 2019

Dates: Tuesday February 5, to 28 March, 2019

PCAI offers a range of courses for all levels of participation: from beginners to ongoing and advanced wheelwork.  Session times are offered in the day or evening.

Sessions Times: each course runs for 8 weeks, once per week,   3 hours per week.  

Term Fees:  cover tuition, basic materials and firings. More details regarding materials are listed below. Students are encouraged to purchase tool kits and brushes from our studio (at much discounted prices compared to retail outlets) or bring their own. Details regarding what to bring will be sent once enrolment is confirmed.  

Please select your session times from the following options and proceed to the enrolment form and carefully read the Terms and Conditions of Enrolment.  

Tuesday Morning Wheelwork and Hand building

Dates    February 5, to 26 March, 2019 (8 weeks)

Fee        FULL JOIN WAITLIST

Time `    10am to 1 pm

Tutor     Peter Dwyer

This class will foster an understanding of basic ceramic techniques from hand-building to wheel throwing, and surface decoration using coloured slips, glazes, texture and incising. Ongoing Students will be nurtured to the next level of advancement in their ceramic journey

Level:  It is open to all levels of ability from beginner to ongoing students. 

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Tuesday Evening   Advanced Wheelwork and Hand building

Dates    February 5, to 26 March, 2019 (8 weeks)

Fee        $350:- covers increased materials and higher firing range

Time `    6.30 to 9.30 pm

Tutor     Di Turner

This class is designed for students who wish to further develop and extend their competency in wheel work and some hand-building projects. Students’ will be working with high temperature stoneware clay and glazes.

Level Requirement: Completed at least 3 Terms of tuition at PCAI or other Institute; demonstrated evidence of competency on the wheel and understanding of materials prior to enrolment in this class.

 Wednesday Evening       Hand building & Wheelwork

This class has temporarily been postponed. Stay tuned for updates.

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Wednesday Morning       Wheelwork and Hand building

Dates    February 6, to 27 March, 2019 (8 weeks)

Fee        $320

Time `    10 am to 1 pm

Tutor     Peter Dwyer

This class will foster an understanding of basic ceramic techniques from hand-building to wheel throwing, and surface decoration using coloured slips, glazes, texture and incising. Ongoing Students will be nurtured to the next level of advancement in their ceramic journey

Level:  It is open to all levels of ability from beginner to ongoing students. 

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Thursday Evening Wheelwork and Hand building

Dates     February 7, to 28 March, 2019 (8 weeks)

Fee        FULL JOIN WAITLIST

Time `    6.30 to 9.30 pm

Tutor     Di Turner

This class will foster an understanding of basic ceramic techniques from hand-building to wheel throwing, and surface decoration using coloured slips, glazes, texture and incising. Ongoing Students will be nurtured to the next level of advancement in their ceramic journey

Level:  It is open to all levels of ability from beginner to ongoing students. 

 Program Term 4, 2018

Dates: October 23 to December 13

Enrolment details

PCAI offers a range of courses for all levels of participation: from beginners to ongoing and advanced wheelwork.  Session times are offered in the day or evening.

Sessions Times: each course runs for 8 weeks, once per week, for x 3 hour duration.

Term Fees: cover tuition, basic materials and firings. More details regarding materials are listed below. Students are encouraged to purchase tool kits and brushes from our studio (at much discounted prices compared to retail outlets) or bring their own. Details regarding what to bring will be sent once enrolment is confirmed.  

Please select your session times from the following options and proceed to the enrolment form and carefully read the Terms and Conditions of Enrolment.  

Tuesday Morning Wheelwork and Hand building

Dates     October 23 to December 11 (8 weeks)

Fee       FULLY BOOKED – JOIN WAITLIST

Time `    10am to 1 pm

Tutor     Peter Dwyer

This class will foster an understanding of basic ceramic techniques from hand-building to wheel throwing, and surface decoration using coloured slips, glazes, texture and incising. Ongoing Students will be nurtured to the next level of advancement in their ceramic journey

Level:  It is open to all levels of ability from beginner to ongoing students. 

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Tuesday Evening   Advanced Wheelwork and Hand building

Dates    October 23 to December 11 (8 weeks)

Fee        $350:- covers increased materials and higher firing range

Time `    6.30 to 9.30 pm

Tutor     Di Turner

This class is designed for students who wish to further develop and extend their competency in wheel work and some hand-building projects. Students’ will be working with high temperature stoneware clay and glazes.

Level Requirement: Completed at least 3 Terms of tuition at PCAI or other Institute; demonstrated evidence of competency on the wheel and understanding of materials prior to enrolment in this class.

 Wednesday Evening       Hand building & Wheelwork

Dates     October 24 to December, 12 (8 weeks)

Fee        FULLY BOOKED – JOIN WAITLIST

Time `    6.30 to 9.30 pm

Tutor     Stefan Hiener

This class is has a focus on hand building and sculptural ceramics, and will also involve wheel work for those interested. Pieces are made and decorated using a variety of surface design techniques, texture, and colour, incising and glazing.

Level:  It is open to all levels of ability from beginner to ongoing students. 

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Thursday Morning            Wheelwork and Hand building

Dates    October 24 to December 13 (8 weeks)

Fee        FULLY BOOKED – JOIN WAITLIST

Time `    10 am to 1 pm

Tutor     Stefan Hiener

This class will foster an understanding of basic ceramic techniques from hand-building to wheel throwing, and surface decoration using coloured slips, glazes, texture and incising. Ongoing Students will be nurtured to the next level of advancement in their ceramic journey

Level:  It is open to all levels of ability from beginner to ongoing students. 

Thursday Evening Wheelwork and Hand building

Dates     October 24 to December 13 (8 weeks)

Fee        FULLY BOOKED – JOIN WAITLIST

Time `    6.30 to 9.30 pm

Tutor     Di Turner

This class will foster an understanding of basic ceramic techniques from hand-building to wheel throwing, and surface decoration using coloured slips, glazes, texture and incising. Ongoing Students will be nurtured to the next level of advancement in their ceramic journey

Level:  It is open to all levels of ability from beginner to ongoing students. 

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Additional Needs and Physical ability

PCAI is an accessible venue for most although there is one step to the bathroom to navigate however a wheelchair accessible bathroom is available nearby.

Using the pottery wheel can be challenging physically for some with the following conditions: arthritis in or injury to hands; neck or back pain, reduced strength or limited motion in upper arms and shoulders; later trimester of pregnancy; Hip or Foot injury.

There are ways to modify the wheel throwing experience but please consider your physical capacity prior to enrolling in a wheel throwing class. We provide many options for hand building with clay as an alternative to the pottery wheel experience. 

Please feel free to contact us to discuss any addition needs further, so we may be of assistance.

Materials

Your materials fee covers a bag of clay, coloured slips and glazes per student.

 Additional materials such as underglaze and tissue transfers can be purchased from the studio and are not included in materials fee.

For home studio use Clay can be purchased from the studio at discounted prices however orders need to be placed in advance.   

Extra firings

Unfortunately PCAI kilns are always full. Occasionally we can fire some extra pieces, however a cost for bisque and glaze firings for work made outside of class time is necessary. Pieces can only be fired when kiln space is available as priority is given to PCAI enrolled student work.  There are kiln firing services available at Blackwattle ceramics.

If an excess of materials is used during class, students may be asked to refine their work and select only the best for firing or to pay an additional fee for kiln space and materials used.