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Switch out internet scrolling for hand building with the kids at pottery classes in Melbourne and spark a new creative outlet in your family! Guided by passionate, local potters, you and the kids can learn how to sculpt, make ceramics, roll out polymer clay and so much more, all while connecting with one another and having fun.
The ancient art form of pottery sparks a unique sense of mindfulness and when you really relax into it, you might even enter a meditative state of flow. There’s something liberating about sinking your hands into clay, feeling it take shape under your hands and finally holding a three-dimensional object that you’ve sculpted yourself.
You’ll feel your busy mind finally slow down as you focus on the task right in front of you. While these benefits are ideal for adults burdened with stress about work, family and the general worries of life, pottery is also a great outlet for children and teenagers who are struggling with anxiety or just need to reconnect with the world around them. Plus, it’s loads of fun too!
If you’re considering art classes for little ones and big kids in 2025, check out one of these seven adult and kids pottery classes in Melbourne below!
Pottery classes for adults
Hand build ceramics and enjoy a glass of Merlot
Cost: $125 - $130
Location: Burwood or Brunswick
Spend a couple of hours in Diana Ceramic's funky studio space in Burwood or Brunswick where talented ceramicist Diana will take you through clay hand building for beginners basics to make your very own ceramic creations.
Diana will walk you through the classic hand building techniques of pinching, coiling and slab building as well as show you how to achieve textural and colour effects. This simple technique uses only the artist’s hands and some very simple tools, meaning it is easier to replicate at home.
By the end of this class, even absolute beginners will have created unique DIY ceramics they can be proud of. Diana will keep the creations to fire in the studio and the final products will be ready to pick up up to 10 days later.
Create a quirky wall plaque
Cost: $300
Location: Mornington
Looking for something a little different? Escape to Mornington and learn how to make a striking ceramic wall plaque in this unique pottery course! Over two days, you'll learn how to use the best clay and how to join and fasten the decorative ceramic tiles together to create a unique design.
At Slow Life Workshop, the focus is on creating in a magical setting and connecting with your inner self. Not only will the act of pottery be beneficial for your wellbeing, but the location itself will help transcend you on your personal journey. It's worth the travel for those living in the city!
Discover more amazing pottery classes in Melbourne here!
Sink your hands into clay on the pottery wheel
Cost: $75
Location: Bentleigh
If you’re looking to develop your skills a little more deeply, why not opt for a wheel throwing class which will allow you to really get a feel for ceramic art. This class is taught by ceramicists from Cones Studio who invites you to come and enjoy the creative, relaxing and therapeutic experience of working with clay.
During this hands-on session, your passionate teacher will adapt to your needs and demonstrate how to use the pottery wheel for beginners. You'll then have plenty of time to practice all these techniques and create your own ceramic masterpieces. You'll also learn about how to glaze your piece to prepare it for firing.
Tap into your creativity and make quirky clay plant pots
Cost: $59
Location: South Melbourne
Pottery classes in Melbourne are the perfect way to explore your creativity and this clay planter making class is all about adding some colour and fun to your ceramics! Learn how to sculpt the perfect home for your plant using clay hand building techniques for beginners, inscribe your own unique design into the clay and decorate the outside surface with a raised motif.
This class sets the perfect relaxed and playful ambience making it a fun social experience. You'll bring your plant to life with a gorgeous ceramic that you can proudly show off as one that was handmade by you!
Looking for classy hens party ideas? Compliment this fun night out with cocktails and a grazing board. Play with clay and sip delicious drinks as you connect with your besties and make something completely unique and personalised.
Kids pottery classes in Melbourne
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Craft guinea pigs with clay
Cost: $43
Location: Fairfield
What's more exciting to kids than playing with guinea pigs? Making their own guinea pigs with clay! This super-affordable short class is a great way to introduce kids to the fun and creativity of pottery. Kids will watch as the teacher demonstrates some simple techniques, and then they’ll jump right into experimenting with their own creations.
The best part is, that the class uses polymer clay so the kids can play with their pieces as soon as they’re baked in the oven. Plus, they might even have picked up a creative new hobby in the process. The class is suitable for kids from six to nine years old and adult accompaniment is not required so you can go grab a coffee while the kids enjoy.
Create wheel thrown ceramic art
Cost: $60
Location: Bentleigh
If you know a child who you think might really love to take up wheel throwing, this fun introductory pottery for kids class is the perfect option. This class will cover all the pottery wheel throwing basics in a child-friendly way. Kids will learn how to prepare and shape their clay, so they end up with a funky character bowl that is totally unique.
Suited for eight to 14-year-olds, this pottery class for kids is great if you're on the hunt for school holiday activities in Melbourne that will engage and delight your child.
Make sea animals with polymer clay
Cost: $49
Location: Pascoe Vale South
Does your little one love Ariel? Get them to create adorable sea animals with Olga Kovaleva! Your child will learn how to use different colours to create unique pieces, from Nemo to the sea flora and fauna. As they create they’ll get a chance to socialise with other kids and roll, squish and pinch their creations into their very own unique and personalised designs.
Perfect if you’re looking for creative kids birthday party ideas or Christmas experience gifts, come along and have fun in this polymer clay class today!
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