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Posted in Tuesday Tutorial

Tuesday Tutorial – square forms on the pottery wheel

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Happy Tuesday!

Over on the ClayMotion Facebook I have been sharing tutorials on Tuesdays for quite some time now, and it recently occurred to me that I should share them with ClayMotion blog followers too….so here we go:

Today I am sharing a tutorial from the Ceramics Arts Daily website: How to Make Squared-off Forms on the Pottery Wheel

This is not an overly difficult technique. For my students who can throw on the wheel, most of them would be capable of completing this project….and if you can’t throw on the pottery wheel, this project could be adapted to a hand built form – build your mug, or whatever form you would like to use, and then apply the technique from there.

So, give it go 🙂

 

Posted in Childrens Classes

Childrens Pottery Classes: finished artworks

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Childrens Pottery Classes in Ballarat: finished artworks

Wow, where has the time one? there are only two more weeks of term and I haven’t posted any images of finished artwork! I promise to be more vigilant in future…

In the children’s class this term there have been lots of fantasy creatures, which is great. I love it when clay is used as a sculptural medium (as opposed to functional wares, such as bowl & cups – which is also great) and kids imaginations are so fluid!

There will be some children’s school holiday workshops scheduled during January, so be sure to stay tuned by becoming a ClayMotioner and subscribing to the blog 🙂

You can also follow ClayMotion on Twitter, Facebook or Instagram

And without further ado here are the promised creature pics 🙂

 

Posted in Adults Classes • Childrens Classes

ClayMotion Christmas Break up Parties – try something new!

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animated-merry-christmas-image-0259ClayMotion Christmas Party – why not try something different this year for your Christmas break up?

There is nothing better than a glass of wine with a piece of clay in your hand!

This is a great idea for office break ups, sporting clubs, mothers groups, childrens play groups and any social group in general. Packages will vary depending on whether the xmas party is catering for adults or children, but will generally include a range of beverages, finger foods and a clay activity.

Please contact me to discuss your specific needs on 0438382522 or email me on dawn@claymotion.com.au to start the discussion 🙂

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Posted in Adults Classes

The Term So Far – Pottery Classes in Ballarat

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It has been another busy term with lots of creativity filling the studio. Students are at varying levels with many different interests which means lots of different and interesting projects – this is what makes my job so FUN!

Here’s a few pics of what has been happening in adults classes in the studio so far this term – and remember mid term enrolments are welcome, everyone is at different levels, so even you are a newbie you will not have missed out on anything, so “do yourself a favour”!!

In the meantime here’s a few pics 🙂

Posted in Childrens Classes

Term Four Children’s Pottery Classes Began this Week

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Term Four Children’s Pottery Classes Began this Week, but it is not too late to join in – mid term enrolments are welcome, with fees being calculated based on how many weeks remain in the term. Your child won’t feel behind as many of the kids work at their own pace on varying projects.

This term classes are on a Saturday morning from 10-11.30am, and parents are welcome to also join the class at a reduced adult fee.

Further enquiries can be made on 0438382522 or dawn@claymotion.com.au

Check out some of the pics from last weeks class 🙂

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Children’s Pottery Classes begin this Week

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Children’s Pottery Classes begin this Week Ballarat & Surrounds

Children’s pottery classes start this week with two class times available – Wednesday afternoons 4-5.30pm or Saturday morning 10-12noon.

Creativity is great for kids – it consolidates problem solving and literacy and mathematical skills while also developing social and free thinking skills.

Check out the CLASSES page for all the class info and enrolment details AND remember classes can be given as a gift (Christmas is coming up) by purchasing a ClayMotion gift certificate.

Enrol now ….don’t miss out!!

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Posted in Adults Classes • Childrens Classes

Term Four Pottery Classes Start This Week

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Term Four Pottery Classes in Ballarat Start This Week

Well those school holidays went fast!

Adults classes are back this week with kids the following week.

Adults classes are available on Tuesday and Thursday 7-9pm and Wednesday mornings 10-12noon. There are a few spots left so visit the SHOP for enrolment information.

Kids classes are on Wednesday afternoons 4-5.30pm or Saturday mornings 10-11.30am and there are also some vacancies in these sessions which you can claim via the SHOP.

Don’t leave it too late – you don’t want to miss out!

And remember that you can also purchase gift certificates for any classes. The certificate is valid for twelve months and are also available in the SHOP.

Have a great week 🙂

Posted in Childrens Classes • School Holiday Programs

Kids School Holiday Workshop

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Last weeks kids school holiday class was a small but fantastic group – we had lots of fun with heaps of creativity happening.

Creativity is great for kids – it consolidates problem solving and literacy and mathematical skills while also developing social and free thinking skills.

So, don’t miss out on the fabulous benefits of working with clay.

Classes for adults begin this week and kids classes start next week – so be sure to enrol for a fun filled term of making.

In the meantime here are some pics from the last weeks kids class 🙂

Christmas Plate

 

Posted in School Holiday Programs • Workshops

Upcoming Ceramic Workshops Ballarat & Surrounds

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Pottery Workshops in Ballarat

Term three is rapidly drawing to a close, and with that comes school holiday classes. These school holidays it is all about Summer and Christmas…

Summer= thongs
Christmas = xmas decor

So we are making clay thongs and Christmas plates Want to join in the fun with the kids? No problems, you can make your own work of art for the same cost!

Check out the School Holiday Program page for all the details.
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AND for the adults there is a PIT FIRING WORKSHOP scheduled for 26-27th September. Checkout the Workshops page for more info 🙂

Pit Firing Workshop

Pit Firing Workshop

Posted in Parties

ClayMotion Birthday Parties – Creative & Healthy!

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Kid’s Birthday Parties in Ballarat

ClayMotion hosted another great birthday party on the weekend – this time for Jack who was turning ten. Apparently Jack is very artistic, including hosting a comic writing, designing and drawing afternoon once a week after school with his friends, many of whom attended the party – an initiative he thought up himself!!

Its great to come across artistic kids, but then I think all kids (and adults) are artistic… sometimes it just needs to be retrieved… but that’s another blog post!

Although a chilly day, it was a great afternoon with the fire blazing making the studio snuggly cozy.

The kids had a great time…. as did the adults who stayed, I suspect!

For more information on ClayMotion Birthday parties for kids (but don’t be afraid to book an adults party!) visit the Childrens Parties page or ring me on 048382522.

Here’s some pictures from the weekend 🙂