{"product_id":"pottery-skills-slab-construction","title":"Pottery Skills: Slab Construction","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePottery Skills: Slab Construction\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeed a reason to put your phone down and make something with your hands? Discover one of Melbourne’s best pottery classes. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorking with clay encourages a slower pace. The simple, hands-on process of shaping, building and creating can feel grounding, calming and surprisingly meditative. It gives you the opportunity to focus on one thing at a time, step away from daily distractions and enjoy the satisfaction of making something from scratch.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur hand-building workshops are designed for anyone looking to slow down, switch off and reconnect with creativity. Each session explores a different foundational technique; pinch pots, coiling, and slab construction. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvailable as a one off, a course of 3, or mix and match as you please. Check upcoming project themes in the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat You’ll Do\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e section of this page.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you’re completely new to clay or returning for another session, every workshop offers an opportunity to experiment with ideas and enjoy the process of making.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSessions run for 1.5hr  and no prior experience is required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeld at our Abbotsford Convent studio.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat You’ll Do\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eOctober 18, 25 \u0026amp; November 1, 8, 15\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e11:00am - 12:30pm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMax-out your hand-building stats with slab construction techniques. In this 90min workshop we’ll cut, decorate and join slabs to create a mini \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eincense house\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for fairies or goblins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eOctober 22, 29 \u0026amp; December 6, 13, 20\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e11:00am - 12:30pm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeck the halls with…  slabs of gingerbread?? Slice, decorate, and join clay with us to build a cosy mini\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e gingerbread house.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat to Expect\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Beginner friendly, no experience needed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Relaxed, social environment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Guided support with creative freedom\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• A chance to slow down and work with your hands\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• No pressure, no experience required\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• 1.5 hour guided session\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• All clay, tools and materials\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Bisque firing of 1 - 2 finished pieces\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Collection from our Abbotsford Convent studio\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eYour piece will be bisque fired and ready to use or decorate at home using acrylic paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAlternatively, you can return to the studio for a glazing session if you’d like a more professional glazed ceramic finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eAdditional pieces can be fired for a small fee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWho It’s For\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Beginners and experienced makers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Families, friends and solo participants\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Anyone looking for creative downtime\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Anyone wanting to create more and scroll less\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eChildren under 16 must attend with an adult\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWant More Studio Time?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eWe also offer Pottery Wheel Workshops, Painting Workshops and Glazing Sessions for those wanting to continue their creative journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003ePricing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e$69 per session\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eAdditional pieces can be fired for $20 per piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAfter the Class\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour finished ceramic piece will be bisque-fired.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinished work will be ready for collection from our Abbotsford studio in approximately 2-4 weeks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePostage can be arranged at an additional cost, payable during your class.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDue to limited storage space, all work must be collected within 2 weeks of notification. Uncollected work after this time may be donated.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease arrive 10 minutes early.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClay is a natural material and occasional cracks or firing faults can occur during drying and firing. While we take great care, handmade ceramics are inherently unpredictable. If your piece is damaged in firing, we will gift you a replacement from the studio collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrivate Events \u0026amp; Group Bookings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe host private handbuilding workshops in Melbourne for 6-20 people:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHens parties\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBirthday celebrations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCorporate team building\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCreative group events\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOff-site studio experiences\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrivate sessions can be tailored to your preferred subject or theme and catered or uncatered. Enquire for custom packages and availability. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Big Bite Studios","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67627825528966,"sku":null,"price":69.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0288\/3006\/files\/big_bite_studios_pottery_class_5.png?v=1772252067","url":"https:\/\/bigbitestudios.com.au\/products\/pottery-skills-slab-construction","provider":"Big Bite Studios","version":"1.0","type":"link"}