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POTTERY COURSES


Wheel Throwing 
10 week course
​$450

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​Through this course, we will explore foundational and intermediary techniques, as well as ‘finishing's’, both technical and design based, first block of clay free.
This course is the combination of wheel throwing 101 and 102, including expanded content, relevant to the beginner, intermediate, or experienced potter.

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Tuesday Mornings
9:30am - 12:00pm​

TERM 3 starts 22 July, 2025
BOOK HERE
Wednesday Mornings
9:30am-12:00pm

TERM 3 starts 23 July, 2025
BOOK HERE
Thursday Evening
6:00pm-8:30pm

TERM 3 starts 24 July, 2025
BOOK HERE

​Intro to Hand Building 
10 week course
$450

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This course will guide you through the fundamentals of hand-building techniques, from basic forms to more advanced sculptural projects. You will explore various materials, tools, and decoration methods, gaining a comprehensive understanding of ceramics, as well as techniques for creating functional and artistic pottery pieces. By the end of the course, you will have a portfolio of work, a deeper appreciation for ceramic arts, and the skills to glaze your creations.

Tuesday Afternoon
1:00pm-3:30pm

TERM 3 starts 22 July, 2025
BOOK HERE
Thursday Mornings
9:30am-12:00pm

TERM 3 starts 24 July, 2025
BOOK HERE
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​Creative Clay Collective
5 week course
$400

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Join the Creative Clay Collective for a 5-week hand-building adventure designed for intermediate potters! Work on your personal projects in a vibrant, open studio environment, with expert guidance and extra practice time each week. This course offers the perfect balance of hands-on learning, creative collaboration, and individualized support, helping you refine your skills, discover your unique style, and connect with like-minded artists. Whether you're looking to expand your technique or simply enjoy the creative process, this course is your gateway to pottery growth and inspiration.

​What’s Included?
- 1 weekly 2.5 hour class for 5 weeks.
- Unguided practice time each week during open studio hours.
- A personal damp box to keep your pieces at the perfect stage for trimming and finishing.
- Full studio support: Your work will be carefully looked after and stored by our team to ensure it’s in top shape for the next step.
- equivalent to 1 block of clay
- Firing of 5 medium pieces (or equivalent). 


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Thursday Afternoon
1:00pm-3:30pm

TERM 2 starts May 22, 2025
BOOK HERE

Intro to Glaze Making
10 week course
$500


This course is designed for students with little or no experience in making their own glazes. Weekly sessions will be hands-on and require no ceramics chemistry knowledge. Students will be taught how to mix, process and apply glazes from existing recipes as well as blend multiple glazes to create new combinations. Additions of glaze colourants to a base glaze will also be investigated.

Thursday Evening
6:00pm-8:30pm

TERM 2 starts 24 April, 2025
SOLD OUT
Join the waitlist HERE
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EVENT TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Inclusion and exclusions
One block of clay is provided free. Further blocks to be purchased. All firing costs as per our standard firing to be paid over and above course fee.
Refund Policy
A full refund can be provided when written notification to [email protected] is received at least 1 weeks prior to the workshop, class or event. Refunds are not provided for cancellations received after this time or non-attendance.
Ticket Changes
Ticket changes may be requested however we cannot guarantee availability for alternate sessions. The ticket will be refunded and you must rebook into the alternate session.


If you would like to purchase a gift voucher for any of our courses, please contact us on [email protected] 

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Mon:   CLOSED
​Tues:  10am - 4pm
Wed:   10am - 4pm
Thur:   10am - 4pm
Fri:      10am - 4pm
Sat:     9am - 1pm
Sun:    9am - 1pm
Pottery Studio
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Mon:   CLOSED
Tues:  1pm - 4pm
Wed:   1pm - 4pm
Thur:   9:30am - 4pm
Fri:      9:30am - 4pm
Sat:     CLOSED
Sun:    9am - 3pm

Cooroy Butter Factory Arts Centre

11 Maple Street COOROY 4563
​(07) 5442 6665
[email protected]
www.butterfactoryartscentre.com.au
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