Wednesdays
6:30pm - 9pm

Semester 2
15 July – 9 December 2026
End-of-Year Exhibition: Saturday 12 December

Includes:

• 2.5 hour comprehensive course with a class once a week: Wednesdays 6:30pm - 9pm

• Small class size

• Studio Access every Friday and Sunday 10am - 4pm (except the first Sunday of each month)

• Includes reclaim clay, tools, use of equipment, studio glazes and some raw materials

• HIGHLY discounted firing rates

• Invitation to attend specialty workshops and events

*Studio access is available weekly for the duration of the elected course unless in the case of a private function, workshop or planned studio closure. You will be notified via our WhatsApp group in advance.

*No classes run on public holidays

Focus: Sculptural approaches, advanced surface techniques, and independent project work.

In the second semester, students expand their creative and technical repertoire. The focus shifts toward sculptural ceramics, print-based surface methods, and personal project development culminating in exhibition-ready works.

Key Learning Areas

• Subject 1: Sculptural Thinking & Assemblage
  Exploring clay as a sculptural medium. Students design and construct larger or multi-component forms, integrating handbuilding approaches with conceptual development.

  • Scale, volume, and structure.

  • Armature and support-building.

  • Integration of functional and sculptural elements.

• Subject 2: Surface Technique II: Print & Pattern
  Advanced surface work emphasising printed and layered processes:

  • Mono-printing and screen printing on clay.

  • Image transfers, decals, and ceramic transfers.

  • Stamping, wax resist, and patterned slip work.
    Students utilise these processes to develop sophisticated, multi-layered surfaces that integrate image, texture, and glaze.

• Subject 3: Advanced Glaze Development:
  Expanding on foundational glaze methods through dipping, brushing, and layering. Experimentation with opacity, colour interaction, and surface variation. Glaze used responsively to enhance print and pattern.

• Subject 4: Independent Project & Exhibition Preparation
  Each participant conceptualises and produces a cohesive body of work guided by individual mentoring and group critique sessions.

  • Developing concepts, sketches, and production timelines.

  • Finishing, firing, and professional presentation.

  • Preparing work for inclusion in the end-of-year Warrandyte Pottery Studio Exhibition.

Investment

We understand that we all find ourselves in varying degrees of financial ability. To keep our course accessible we can create individual payment plans outside of the ones offered. More details will be sent with enrolment confirmation.

Per semester commitment:
$2,600 per semester: with various payment plans available

Per subject commitment: only available if a spot becomes available.
$150 per week the subject of each subject.

Jessie Pittard

Jessie Pittard is Melbourne based artist, printmaker and ceramicist. Working across various modalities and local studios, Jessie brings with her a wealth of knowledge and experience.