Clay Studio Canberra
ProHighlights
- Private pottery sessions for small groups, on the wheel (4 to 6 people) or at the handbuilding table (4 to 12 people).
- Every session is taught by a ceramic artist with two decades of experience lecturing in ceramics at ANU's School of Art and Design.
- Custom clay workshops for workplace teams, held at the Stirling studio for smaller groups or at an outside venue for larger ones.
About Clay Studio Canberra
Clay Studio Canberra is a ceramics teaching studio on Fremantle Drive in Stirling, run by Joanne Searle and Sharon Craft, who both hold degrees from ANU's art school. The studio sits in a repurposed ACT school building that once served as the horticulture potting shed. Inside there are six pottery wheels and a large central table for handbuilding. Alongside its regular classes, the studio takes private bookings for small groups who want a session to themselves. Joanne leads each one with clear, step-by-step guidance, and the group can focus on throwing on the wheel or on building pieces by hand. Wheel sessions suit four to six people, while handbuilding takes four to twelve, and all clay, tools and equipment are supplied. For workplaces, Joanne designs custom clay workshops around a team's goals, numbers, experience and the time available. Smaller teams come to the Stirling studio, and larger groups can be hosted at an offsite venue instead. It is a hands-on way for colleagues to mark a milestone or simply spend time together away from their desks, and quotes are prepared for each team.
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Frequently asked questions
How many people can come to a private session at Clay Studio Canberra?
Private wheel-throwing sessions take a minimum of four and a maximum of six people. Handbuilding sessions also start at four but can stretch to twelve guests around the central table.
When can private groups book the studio?
Private bookings run on Saturday afternoons from 2pm to 4pm and Saturday evenings from 6pm to 8pm, plus Sunday mornings from 10am to midday. Each session runs for two hours.
Does anyone in the group need pottery experience?
No. Joanne gives simple instructions throughout, so complete beginners can follow along, and more experienced makers can use the time to refine their technique on the wheel or by hand.
Can the studio run a workshop for our workplace?
Yes. Joanne builds custom clay workshops for corporate groups, working with your organiser on group size, skill level and timing. Small teams are hosted at the studio and larger ones at an offsite venue, with a quote prepared for each.
What is supplied during a session?
All tools and equipment are provided, and the studio stocks a range of clays so guests can try different textures, colours and surface effects while they work.
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Alexandra Mencshelyi
3 months ago
We absolutely loved this experience! My partner and I were complete beginners, but Joanne was incredibly patient, kind, and encouraging, making the whole experience enjoyable and stress-free. When we picked up the pieces…
Michael Tran
4 months ago
We had such an excellent time contracting Joanne for a social event at University. Our initial consultation on the phone was very pleasant; Joanne made insightful suggestions as to how we might want to run our social eve…
Helen Ollerenshaw (HelenO)
6 months ago
Had a wonderful evening at the Introduction to Wheel throwing. Jo is an excellent hands on teacher ensure we all walked away 'Kiln Gods willing" with pieces to treasure. Thank you.
Madelyne Hardie
a year ago
I recently attended the 1-hour pottery course at Clay Studio Canberra, and I can’t recommend it highly enough! The session was engaging, hands-on, and incredibly well-structured, making it easy to dive straight into the…
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