Clae Space
All Abilities Pottery Class – 8 Week Hand-Building Series (Adults)
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We are so happy to partner with Moons of Neptune Ceramic Collective to introduce this supportive, inclusive pottery course for adults of all abilities.
Starting on Saturday July 26 from 2–4pm for 8 weeks, this NDIS-friendly course is a welcoming, supportive hand-building program for adults of all abilities (support workers and carers are welcome to attend free of charge).
This class is designed to welcome EVERYONE and provide a safe and inclusive space - whether you have a disability, are neurodivergent, have a hidden disability, have sensory needs or no disability at all - you are welcome in this class.
We will work with each person and strive to be sensitive to everyone’s needs. We encourage students to discuss any support needs they might have - we can also do this confidentially with a disability trained pottery teacher.
There will be two hands-on experienced teachers and a maximum of 8 participants, so you'll receive plenty of support as you explore clay through mindful hand-building techniques, at your own pace.
As the term progresses, we will also check-in with all students to see how everyone’s going – so we can adapt as needed.
This program is delivered in partnership with the brilliant Moons of Neptune Ceramic Collective, a ceramic collective for Potters who may have a disability, be neurodivergent or have other experiences that mean they would like additional support showcasing and selling their work. The Collective aims to create a warm and inclusive community for Potters with additional needs.
What's included:
- Up to 5kg of fired work (extra charged at $12/kg)
- Stoneware clay
- A wide variety of tools
- Studio glazes
- Bisque firing
- Aprons
What to bring:
- Clothes you don't mind getting messy in
- Your creative imagination!
- Short nails are your friends
Spaces are limited to just 8 participants – book early to secure your spot.
About the teachers
Marielle
Marielle has an Honours degree in Psychology from The University of Melbourne and experience working in the mental health field. She has lived experience, training and has worked extensively in the disability field. She is passionate about connecting with a diverse range of people from all backgrounds. She strives to have compassion, understanding and inclusion as her guiding values and to be sensitive to a trauma informed perspective. Marielle has her own ceramic practise with an emphasis in sculptural works, jewellery and mixed media.
Alyssa
Alyssa is the owner of Clae Space and is passionate about making clay accessible to everyone. She has lived experience with mental health and neurodivergency and works from a neuro-affirming perspective. Her aim is to provide a welcoming and supportive environment that allows each individual to express themselves creatively through pottery. Her own practice mainly focuses on hand building, carving, some wheel throwing and keeping the creative expression and flow non-judgemental.
Let customers speak for us
My kids and I had a fantastic experience at Clae Space's school holiday workshops. Alyssa was friendly, and her workshops were warm and welcoming. We will definitely try it again later.
Clae space kids classes have supported my child’s creative development and problem solving skills in a nurturing space and welcoming environment. Alyssa & her team have a warm approach, supporting individual learning styles during their fun filled hand building lessons. My child loves attending both term classes and holiday programs.
We did the pottery+prosecco workshop with Alyssa. Fantastic day with a lot of help and guidance. Everyone finished with multiple pieces that were glazed and fired by Alyssa, that all look fantastic. Highly recommend.
We just did the Pottery and Prosecco afternoon. Relaxed atmosphere, great tuition, we had a fabulous time.
We had a wonderful morning with Judith our teacher. It was very informative, well guided and reassuring when the clay was wobbly and had to bin a few epic fails. A fun and enjoyable experience. Can’t wait to see the results!
The owner is super welcoming, the space is very organised and tidy! I did workshops and open access for several months, really enjoyed both. Great little community☀️
My first time ever working with clay so I was a little apprehensive, but I soon relaxed into the class.
I found it enjoyable because Jess was such a patient easy to understand instructor.
I am certainly looking forward to learning to next Monday morning.
My son had a wonderful time with his friend at this workshop - thank you!
My 11 year old and her friend did this session and loved it. They made 3-4 items that look fantastic, then selected what glaze colours they will be and we look forward to collecting the finished pieces. The girls were very enthusiastic about their lesson and teacher. Thank you we’ll be back!
My 3 kids (aged between 7 and 13) participated in wheel throwing workshop during the school holidays and absolutely loved it. They learnt so much and have not stopped asking when they can go back. The teacher was patient and helped each of them learn new skills. Was a great activity, would highly recommend.
Sonja did a wonderful workshop making it easy to get results that are receiving lots of positive comments when I wear the pendants.
I look forward to my weekly class, great teacher and a wonderful creative environment. Lots of help and encouragement to help make your masterpieces.
My kids love the hand-building classes over the holidays.
It is the absolute freedom to build anything they want that has them hooked.
They spend the week beforehand planning what they want to do and then don't waste a minute getting into it.
Then there's the joy of bringing home their creations and adding to their growing collection.
I love watching their skills, and their confidence grow too.
My 11 year old daughter did both the clay and pottery wheel classes, and thoroughly enjoyed both! I would highly recommend Clae Space.