Open Ceramics

Gain an introduction to working with clay and creating your own pottery and functional ceramics. This course is open to beginners and experts alike. The experienced trainer will teach you the skills to create your own pieces and if you are looking for a facility to create you next project. Visit and enjoy our new fully equipped arts studio, the Centre for Creative Arts.

• basic forms and joining
• states of clay
• how to make a herb-stripping bowl
• coil construction
• decorating ceramics
• slab construction
• working with glazes and oxides
• design and create a wind chime

• provide photo ID to the trainer on the first day of the course
• bring a pen and paper
• wear sturdy shoes
• wear an art smock or clothes that can get dirty

This short course does not include accredited units and training.

Here's an outline of fees and costs associated with your course (including resource and/or materials costs associated with your course).

Booking your short course is easy and starts online. Once you've completed your online booking, you can choose from the following convenient payment options:

• Online: pay securely via our online payment portal.
• Over the phone: we will call you to take EFTPOS payment over the phone using your credit or debit card.
• In person: visit your nearest campus to pay by card.
• Authority to Invoice: if you nominate a third party (such as your employer) to cover your course cost, we will email you an Authority to Invoice form.

There are 4 simple steps when booking for a short course with us. 

1. Book – Book online and complete your enrolment details at swtafe.edu.au 
2. Verify – You will be asked to verify your identity online as part of the booking process.
3. Pay – Pay online, in person, over the phone, or request an invoice for third-party payment.
4. Attend – Once confirmed, we’ll email all the course details and any pre-reading required.

If need any assistance with completing your booking, contact our team via the live chat below, call 1300 648 911 or visit your nearest campus.

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