About Course

Learn basic pottery techniques and complete 3-4 pieces using a variety of methods including hand-building and wheel-throwing. Basic tools provided. The fee for all clay and glazes are included in the course fee.

PLEASE NOTE: This course is subject to government restrictions on face to to face classes. Full refunds will be issued if the course is cancelled due to ongoing restrictions."

Feedback from Past Students
- A wonderful learning atmosphere – very friendly and open class, encouraged to follow ideas
- The tutor was fantastic, very encouraging and knowledgeable
- Loved being able to be mindlessly creative! Had the option of making virtually anything. No need for overthinking, just go with it!
- Lots of new techniques learnt
- Made what I wanted to, not what I was told to. An excellent class and the tutor is beyond fantastic
- Like trying different techniques
- Working with clay and the mutual respect and encouragement of other students
- hands-on learning
- The tutor is very helpful and allows individual preferences
- Mary is encouraging, knowledgable and creates an enjoyable class

Course Details

Course:

Pottery Projects (Wednesday)

Starts:

10/02/2021

Finishes:

17/03/2021

Classes:

6 sessions of 3 hours

Time:

18:00

Price:

299.00

Code:

11206

Venue:

WEA Wollongong

Materials

PLEASE NOTE: This course is subject to government restrictions on face to to face classes. Full refunds will be issued if the course is cancelled due to ongoing restrictions."

BRING THE FOLLOWING MATERIALS TO CLASS WITH YOU
Paintbrush set (inexpensive one)
Wooden modelling tool (paddle pop stick may do)
Pen and paper
Icecream container
Sponge or wettex
Plastic bag or gladwrap for wrapping unfinished pieces
Used tooth brush
Small lidded jar (baby food, vegemite, etc) for slip
Small pieces of wood or board to support your clay forms
Wear old clothes

Pick up date for pottery items will be Wednesday 24 March. Please confirm with your tutor for exact time.

Students must wear enclosed shoes

WHERE YOUR CLASS IS HELD
50 - 56 Auburn Street, Wollongong

PARKING
There is plenty of parking onsite but please DO NOT TURN RIGHT into the carpark. You could endanger yourself, any passengers and any others on the road.

The centre should be approached from the South, either at the south end of Auburn Street, or by turning into Auburn Street from Swan or West Streets.

FOOD AND DRINK
There is a Zip Tap available for those who wish to BYO cup plus tea/coffee/milk supplies.

Please note that due to COVID-19 restrictions there will be no supplies or utensils available at the WEA to make refreshments or to use for the consumption of food.

Please BYO refreshments for your use only.


CONFIRMATION OF COURSE and PURCHASE OF MATERIALS
At times WEA must cancel classes due to lack of enrolments. To avoid undue costs please do not purchase any materials until your course has been confirmed as going ahead.

Please call the WEA office on phone: 4226 1622 three days prior to the commencement of the class to confirm that it will be going ahead.

NO SMOKING AT WEA
Please note that WEA is a smoke-free business and smoking is not allowed in the building in the carparks or in any outside area on WEA property.

COVID SAFETY AT WEA

Prior to going to your classroom you MUST check in at the COVID station in the front foyer of the administration office to sanitise your hands and have your temperature checked.
We ask that you do this for EVERY week of your class – thank you.
On arrival at the front door it will be locked but please alert admin staff to open the door for you by pressing the buzzer on the wall.
We appreciate your assistance with this – thank you.