ClayMotion is excited to be hosting another drop in day for this Sunday 13th May between 11am – 4pm. Bring mum, bring the kids, bring the family, and make your favourite animal. $10 includes studio access, clay and firing. No booking necessary
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Term Two Childrens Classes in Ballarat
Children’s classes for term two are about to begin with pottery classes tomorrow morning and this coming Wednesday afternoon. There are still a few spaces available and mid term enrolments are welcome.
This term there is also a Loom and Weave course for kids and a mosaic project.
The Loom and Weave runs over four weeks where the childreb will make a loom from clay and then create a weaving. All materials are supplied and included in the class fee …. enrol via the online shop or give me a ring 0438382522
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A mosaic class is also on offer this term. A mini paver will be made over a two week period, and again all materials are included in the class fee. Enrol via the online shop or give me a call 0438382522
Mini Stepping Stone
And, of course there are lots of great activities happening for the adults too!
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Such a great time at The Drop in Days!
Everyone had such a great time at School Holiday The Drop in Days!
And the plan is to have more!
Held over the Easter break the two drop in days had lots of happy smiley faces visit. Pinch pots were the project which were decorated with carved designs and stamps. The pots will remain here at the studio to dry, will then be fired and ready for collection. Once they are taken home the pots can be coloured using paints, pastels, textas, pencils, glitter – anything!!
These drop in days will become a regular feature on the ClayMotion holiday calendar, and may even take place occasionally during school terms, so stay tuned!
And remember that the term two program begins next week, so be sure to check out the CLASSES and WORKSHOPS pages for all the information. Hover over the categories at the top of the page to find the class you need.
Here’s some pics of all the drop in fun!
Term Two – Drop in Day No. 2 and Upcoming Classes in Ballarat
Hi ClayMotioners, hope everyone is enjoying the amazing weather we are experiencing at the moment in Ballarat!
Last Friday ClayMotion hosted a Drop in Day and it was a great success, so we are hosting another one this Thursday! Drop in anytime between 10-5pm, bring the kids, some friends or yourself, and make a pinch pot! $10 gets you studio access, clay and kiln firing.
Here’s some pics of all the fun from last weeks Drop in Day:
Also, be sure to check out the great program for Term Two:
As well as the usual pottery and mosaic classes this term there are also a great range of workshops for adults and kids offering something a little different.
All sessions are in the shop for online enrolling or call me for more info or drop into the shop for a chat 🙂
ADULTS
Introduction to Acrylic Pouring
Tuesday 24th April, Thursday 26th April or Saturday 28th April 1-4pm
Presented by Ballan artist Maggie Schirmer, this workshop is an introduction for people who would like to learn some basic technical aspects about acrylic pouring.
What you can expect:
- 3 hours of demonstrations and interactive experience
- Learn about paint texture and consistency for best outcomes.
- Learn about layers colours and how to avoid getting mud.
- Experiment with different additives to create the allusive cells.
- Take home 2 pieces of art
- Take home recipes for successful ongoing creative processes.
Macrame Workshop
Presented by Ballarat artist and owner of Winter Lane Weaving, participants will create a plant hanger and learn some basic beginner knots and techniques. These workshops will be held on the 9th and 12th of May … check out the MACRAME workshop page for more information.
CHILDREN
Children’s Loom and Weave Project – recommended age 9-13yrs (this is a guide – you know your child best)
Tuesday 1st May – Tuesday 22nd May : 4-5.30pm
During this four week project children will create a loom from clay which will be fired for strength, and painted. Children will then learn to weave the warp threads and then weave their own design on their loom.
This is a great project for children to hone fine motor skills, strengthen mathematical skills, such as counting, measuring and pattern making, and, of course, gets those creative juices flowing.
Week 1 – children will make their loom from clay, and impress textures and designs on them
Week 2 – children will paint their loom.
Week 3 – children will warp their loom. (thread warping skein onto the loom for creating the weave)
Week 4 – children will complete their weave design, and take their loom home.
Image : https://www.pinterest.com.au/pin/177821885265255621/
Image – https://www.pinterest.com.au/pin/354095589445723804/
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Children’s Mosaic Project – recommended age 8-13years (this is a guide only – you know your child best)
During term two children will create a garden paver which will be created from tiles and ceramic shards. The project will run for two classes over a two week period. There is no tile cutting involved.
Week 1 – create, adhere and mortar paver.
Week 2 – grout paver, clean and polish
Time: 7th and 14th June 4.00 – 5.30pm
ClayMotion Paver
Term Two – Drop in Day and Upcoming Workshops in Ballarat
Hi ClayMotioners, hope everyone had a great Easter. I had a break from the 30th March till the 3rd April, which was great…. nice and refreshed and ready to tackle term two!
And we are starting with a bang by having a Drop in Day this Friday – bring the kids, some friends or just yourself, and make a pinch pot! $10 gets you studio access, clay and kiln firing.
As well as the usual pottery and mosaic classes this term there are also a great range of workshops for adults and kids offering something a little different.
All sessions are in the shop for online enrolling or call me for more info or drop into the shop for a chat 🙂
ADULTS
Introduction to Acrylic Pouring
Tuesday 24th April, Thursday 26th April or Saturday 28th April 1-4pm
Presented by Ballan artist Maggie Schirmer, this workshop is an introduction for people who would like to learn some basic technical aspects about acrylic pouring.
What you can expect:
- 3 hours of demonstrations and interactive experience
- Learn about paint texture and consistency for best outcomes.
- Learn about layers colours and how to avoid getting mud.
- Experiment with different additives to create the allusive cells.
- Take home 2 pieces of art
- Take home recipes for successful ongoing creative processes.
Macrame Workshop
Presented by Ballarat artist and owner of Winter Lane Weaving, participants will create a plant hanger and learn some basic beginner knots and techniques. These workshops will be held in May with the dates to be confirmed – so stay tuned.
CHILDREN
Children’s Loom and Weave Project – recommended age 9-13yrs (this is a guide – you know your child best)
Tuesday 1st May – Tuesday 22nd May : 4-5.30pm
During this four week project children will create a loom from clay which will be fired for strength, and painted. Children will then learn to weave the warp threads and then weave their own design on their loom.
This is a great project for children to hone fine motor skills, strengthen mathematical skills, such as counting, measuring and pattern making, and, of course, gets those creative juices flowing.
Week 1 – children will make their loom from clay, and impress textures and designs on them
Week 2 – children will paint their loom.
Week 3 – children will warp their loom. (thread warping skein onto the loom for creating the weave)
Week 4 – children will complete their weave design, and take their loom home.
Image : https://www.pinterest.com.au/pin/177821885265255621/
Image – https://www.pinterest.com.au/pin/354095589445723804/
Image – https://www.pinterest.com.au/pin/391813236303402559/
Children’s Mosaic Project – recommended age 8-13years (this is a guide only – you know your child best)
During term two children will create a garden paver which will be created from tiles and ceramic shards. The project will run for two classes over a two week period. There is no tile cutting involved.
Week 1 – create, adhere and mortar paver.
Week 2 – grout paver, clean and polish
Time: 7th and 14th June 4.00 – 5.30pm
ClayMotion Paver
Happy New Year – January School Holiday Program
Happy New Year ClayMotioners!
ClayMotion is back on board after a short break, and until classes begin again the shop hours have changed:
And as always the January School Holiday Program will be running again this year on Wednesday the 17th and 24th with different projects on each day so children can enrol in both for some holiday creative fun.
Wednesday 17th is monster mugs using the coiling technique with applied decoration to create monster features, and the 24th is pinch pot fish with applied decoration to create fish features.
Image: https://www.pinterest.com.au/pin/38562140542829601/
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More information on both programs and enrolment information is available in the School Holiday Program page and you can enrol HERE, or drop into the shop.
Also in January the gallery space features an end of year student exhibition so pop in and have a look at what can be accomplished during term classes.
The exhibition will finish at the end of January and will be followed by a new exhibition showcasing new abstract paintings by Dawn Lorraine Lim, a central highlands artist living in Moonambel. Join us for wine and cheese at the opening on Saturday 3rd February.
I am also busy getting in new stock and pottery and art supplies, plus the window is looking fantastic with lots of handcrafted gifts created by local makers, so keep this in mind the next time you need a birthday gift.
And all the dates and times are up for term one pottery and mosaic classes – enrol online, drop into the shop or give me a call.
Have a great weekend everyone 🙂
Christmas Shopping Night at ClayMotion, Ballarat.
ClayMotion has been operating from the shop in Ballarat now for a little over a month, and everything is going well – the kiln is connected and operational, new stock is arriving in the way of art and ceramic supplies, the casual studio space is finished and ready for use, and the gallery space looks great.
Another ClayMotion mission is to support local artists and crafters by taking their creations on consignment and displaying them in the shop window. We have some fantastic handcrafted gifts, and more are coming for our Christmas Shopping Night on December 8th from 5-8pm.
Enjoy a glass of complimentary champagne while getting your shopping done and supporting local makers. Gift wrapping will also be available …. so spread the word and share this post with your friends 🙂
In the meantime check out some pics of the new space, and hope to see you next Friday 🙂
Studio Space Hire Ballarat Victoria
Exhibition Space
Handcrafted Gifts
Pottery in Ballarat – Classes are Underway & Super Busy!
We are half way through the term – where did that go?
It has been very hectic moving into the new studio, and waiting for powercorp to connect the new kiln 🙁 so there has been a bit of to-ing and fro-ing to kiln fire works in my home studio – but no breakages, so all is good!!
Mid term enrolments are welcome, and the dates for term 1, 2018 will be up on the website within the next two weeks, so stay tuned.
And remember the ClayMotion shop in Mair Street has some gorgeous handcrafted gifts created by local makers, so keep that in mind for Christmas! And there are art supplies too, for the art lovers in your life.
In the meantime check out these busy pictures from classes so far this term…. happy claying!
Adults Pottery Classes
Kids Pottery Classes
ClayMotion has moved! Art Classes now in Ballarat.
Its Official – we have moved! I haven’t had much time to post about the move on the blog, but have tried to do a bit of a story on the Instagram page. But – yes – we are now in…. classes began this week in the new space, and from now on, this is the space to be!!
And today (Sunday) we are having a grand opening – all welcome – I know it is a bit late notice for blog followers, but hopefully you can make it 🙂
This past weeks classes have been in the new space, with everyone loving the new studio.
Remember that mid term enrolments are welcome for both adults and children’s classes.
And also remember that new classes are being offered this term in Mosaics …. enrolments are open – see the SHOP to enrol 🙂
Services in the new shop will include:
Pottery classesMosaics classes
Art classesBirthday PartiesHens AfternoonsKiln Firing ServiceTeambuildingLocally Made GiftwareCasual Studio Space hireExhibition SpaceCeramic & Art Supplies
I am so looking forward to being in Ballarat and being more accessible to to the community!!
Term Four Starts this Week and ClayMotion is Moving – Pottery in Ballarat
Tonight was the first Tuesday Adults night class for term four. Other classes are on Wednesday mornings and Thursday nights … dates and times can be seen on the CLASSES page or you can ENROL online. Children’s classes start next week… and again you can ENROL online.
But the BIG news is that ClayMotion is relocating – we are moving into Central Ballarat – 34a Mair street to be exact …. which we are very excited about. We love that we will now be more central to the Ballarat community – drive, catch a bus, walk, or ride your bike!
As part of the move we will also be able to offer more services including more class choices, such as mosaics; casual studio space hire; exhibition space; locally made giftware; and a wider range of pottery and art supplies; plus continuing our existing services of birthday parties; firing service; mums and bubs; teambuilding and professional development.
Before moving into the new premise we have had to repaint, remove carpet and build work benches…. followed by moving in all the tools and equipment – a huge job! The first week of classes are being held in the Dunnstown studio, but we plan to be operating in Mair street for week two of classes, and we are well on schedule to do so!
And our first new class for the premise we are offering MOSAICS – this class is a unique blend between pottery and mosaics because students will create a sculpted centrepiece for their piece and build a mosaic around it using ceramic shards – click HERE for more info.
Children’s CLASSES will begin in the new premises, and will be held on Wednesday afternoons and Saturday mornings. ENROL HERE
We are super excited about our new development at ClayMotion and hop you are too !!