{"product_id":"open-studio-clay-creative-studio-time","title":"Open Studio — Clay \u0026 Creative Studio Time","description":"\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eOpen Studio — Clay \u0026amp; Creative Studio Time\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAlready taken a class and not ready to stop?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eOpen Studio is a 1.5 hour, clay-focused studio session designed for those who want more time to build, practise and refine their work in a relaxed, self-directed environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis is dedicated studio access at our Abbotsford Convent space, where you can continue working with clay, experiment with new ideas or return to paint and decorate pieces created in Clay Club.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWhile the focus is on clay, you’re also welcome to bring your own creative projects or spend time painting and finishing your work at your own pace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eNo formal instruction. Just space to make.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA studio team member will be present for light guidance, safety oversight and kiln processing.\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You Can Do\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e• Continue hand building projects\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e• Trim and refine leather-hard pieces\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e• Start new clay work\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e• Paint and decorate Clay Club creations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e• Bring your own creative or art projects\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to Expect\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e• Self-directed session (no formal instruction)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e• Light guidance available if needed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e• Relaxed, social studio environment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e• Designed for independent makers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWho It’s For\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eOpen Studio is best suited to those who have completed a class or have basic experience with clay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Clay Club (handbuilding)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Wheel Throwing sessions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Or prior ceramics experience\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis ensures everyone using the space is familiar with basic processes and equipment care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• 1.5 hours studio access\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Use of pottery spaces and shared tools\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Clay (fair use policy applies)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Space to paint and decorate your work\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePricing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e$30 per session\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eFiring and glazing available from $20 per piece\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSchedule\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e• Wednesday \u0026amp; Friday\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e• During studio hours (11am–4pm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eWalk-ins welcome if space is available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eLooking to Finish Your Pieces?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eFor a more dedicated session focused on glazing and ceramic finishing, explore our Glazing Sessions.\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAfter Your Session\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eFinished work will be ready for collection from our Abbotsford studio in approximately 4–6 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003ePostage can be arranged at an additional cost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eDue to limited storage space, all work must be collected within 2 weeks of notification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Booking required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Non-refundable. One reschedule may be possible at our discretion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• This is an independent session, not a guided class\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Clay is a natural material and occasional firing faults can occur\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Big Bite Studios","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43226919764102,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0288\/3006\/files\/big_bite_studios_pottery_class_6.png?v=1772252046","url":"https:\/\/bigbitestudios.com.au\/products\/open-studio-clay-creative-studio-time","provider":"Big Bite Studios","version":"1.0","type":"link"}