Studio Time is a casual self directed and self paced opportunity to create among a group of other clay-lovers. There is a large work space, four pottery wheels, a slab roller, equipment and tools. Several types of clay are available for purchase at $12/kilo (including two firings and glazing). Just bring along your creativity and an apron if you plan on getting muddy! This session is not a structured class; however, an experienced potter is always available to assist and answer questions. Studio Time is best suited to those with some prior experience working with clay. Beginners are welcome, but it is recommended that you arrive with a basic idea of what you would like to make and some familiarity with the process (e.g. having watched an introductory video/reels). Please feel free to email us if you have any concerns or questions prior to signing up. *Please note* If you want to glaze your pottery, you will need to return for a second session following the initial bisque fire to complete your work (allow at least two weeks). Suitable for persons aged 15 and over.

This is a 5 week course that caters to beginners, or potters with some introductory experience wanting to improve their abilities. The focus is on making functional vessels on the pottery wheel. Potters with some experience may wish to learn to learn new techniques. Use of the studio tools, wheels, clay, firing and glazes all included. At the end of the course, you should expect to have produced around 6 to 8+ food-safe and dishwasher-safe pieces of functional ceramics. Each student has a wheel for their exclusive use during classes. The class meets every Thursday 6pm to 8:30pm, from Sept 17 - Oct 22 (NO CLASS Oct 15). Students will be part of a community studio and participate in tidying their tools and space at the end of class. Suitable for persons aged 16 and over. Course cancellations require one week notice. Make-up sessions cannot be provided for missed classes (students may join public studio time classes at their own cost). Course is taught by Lindsay Descovich.

Join us for a casual and fun class of hand building pottery. In this two hour session, you can enjoy your beverage of choice while you hand build with our beautiful clay. Our experienced pottery teacher will provide guidance to build a mug, pot, bowl, or other vessel of your choice. Past attendees have made jewellery dishes, berry bowls, incense holders, sculptures, pet dishes... Cute and creative examples will be provided for inspiration! But as always, you are more than welcome to BYO inspo and create whatever your heart desires. "Underglaze" is available for you to decorate your vessel with colour during the session or choose one of 3 glaze colours. Work will be clear glazed and fired by the studio and available for collection after approximately 4 weeks. We encourage handwashing your pieces. Only food-safe glazes are used. Suitable for people aged 13 and over. Directed at beginners but all skill levels are welcome. BYO drinks if desired. Tea/coffee available at the studio.

This is an all ages (8+) and abilities class where we encourage families, friends & children to share the fun of clay. Participants are welcome to bring their imaginative ideas and design their own creation. The class runs for 1.5 hours and includes up to half a kilo of clay to create with. We also have plenty of inspiration to get you started. You could create something whimsical and sculptural (like a pet dragon), or something practical and useful (like a bowl or cup). The choice is yours! Coloured underglazes are provided for you to decorate your piece. All work will be clear glazed and fired on site and ready for collection around 4 weeks after the class. For people aged 8 and over. Taught by local artist and ceramicist Nina Denning.

This is an all ages (8+) and abilities class where we encourage families, friends & children to share the fun of clay. Participants are welcome to bring their imaginative ideas and design their own creation. The class runs for 1.5 hours and includes up to half a kilo of clay to create with. We also have plenty of inspiration to get you started. You could create something whimsical and sculptural (like a pet dragon), or something practical and useful (like a bowl or cup). The choice is yours! Coloured underglazes are provided for you to decorate your piece. All work will be clear glazed and fired on site and ready for collection around 4 weeks after the class. For people aged 8 and over. Taught by local artist and ceramicist Nina Denning.

The Mini Potters Program is an eight-week creative pottery course for children aged 8-12. It offers a fun, inclusive and welcoming space where kids can slow down, get their hands into clay and explore their own creative style. Our classes are designed to support confidence, mindfulness and nervous system regulation through calm, hands-on creative play. Rather than focusing on making everything look the same, we encourage each child to experiment, follow their ideas and develop their own artistic voice. There is no “right” way to create at our studio. Students will learn and practice a range of hand-building pottery techniques, with a focus on creating sculptures, characters, creatures and other imaginative artworks. Some children may also choose to make functional pieces such as cups, bowls or small vessels, depending on their interests and ideas. Techniques and project ideas will be demonstrated, but there is always plenty of room for individuality, problem-solving and creative freedom. The program is suitable for beginners, quieter or less confident children, and experienced young makers looking for more opportunities to experiment. We aim to create a supportive environment where children feel comfortable taking creative risks, making mistakes and feeling proud of what they create. Classes run weekly on Tuesdays from 21 July to 8 September, from 3.30-5.00 pm. The final few minutes of each class are used to clean and care for our shared workspace. Make-up lessons are not available. Please read our terms and conditions before booking. Classes run weekly on Tuesdays from October 13 to December 1 between 3.30 - 5.00pm. The last few minutes of class are focused on cleaning our workspace. Make-up lessons are not available. Please read our terms prior to booking. The course facilitator is local artist and photographer Nina Denning. *Our studio is LGBTQIA+ and neurodiversity affirming. We welcome young people of all identities, communication styles and ways of engaging, and aim to create a space where everyone feels safe to be themselves.

The Pottery Apprentice Program is an eight-week pottery course for young people aged 12-18. It provides a welcoming, inclusive and supportive space where teens can unwind after the stress of school, connect with other young creatives and explore their own artistic style. Working with clay can offer a calming, hands-on way to slow down, focus and regulate the nervous system. Students are encouraged to experiment, follow their interests and build confidence in their ideas rather than producing identical work. Techniques will be demonstrated, but there is plenty of scope for individual creative expression. Students will make, glaze and fire a range of functional and sculptural pieces while developing their technical skills and understanding of the ceramics process. The curriculum includes: • Throwing and trimming pots on the pottery wheel • Hand-building with coils, pinch pots and slabs • Sculpture • Exploring glazes and decorative techniques • Studio safety, equipment care and maintenance Classes run weekly on Fridays for eight weeks, beginning 16 October, from 3.45-5.45 pm. The final 10 minutes of each class are used to clean and care for our tools, equipment and shared studio space. Make-up lessons are not available. Please read the terms and conditions before booking. Suitable for ages 12-18. Course facilitator: local artist and ceramicist Pat Graham. *Our studio is LGBTQIA+ and neurodiversity affirming. We welcome young people of all identities, communication styles and ways of engaging, and aim to create a space where everyone feels safe to be themselves.

Join us for a casual and fun class of hand building pottery. In this two hour session, you can enjoy your beverage of choice while you hand build with our beautiful clay. Our experienced pottery teacher will provide guidance to build a mug, pot, bowl, or other vessel of your choice. Past attendees have made jewellery dishes, berry bowls, incense holders, sculptures, pet dishes... Cute and creative examples will be provided for inspiration! But as always, you are more than welcome to BYO inspo and create whatever your heart desires. "Underglaze" is available for you to decorate your vessel with colour during the session or choose one of 3 glaze colours. Work will be clear glazed and fired by the studio and available for collection after approximately 4 weeks. We encourage handwashing your pieces. Only food-safe glazes are used. Suitable for people aged 13 and over. Directed at beginners but all skill levels are welcome. BYO drinks if desired. Tea/coffee available at the studio.

This is a 5 week course that caters to beginners, or potters with some introductory experience wanting to improve their abilities. The focus is on making functional vessels on the pottery wheel. Potters with some experience may wish to learn to learn new techniques. Use of the studio tools, wheels, clay, firing and glazes all included. At the end of the course, you should expect to have produced around 6 to 8+ food-safe and dishwasher-safe pieces of functional ceramics. Each student has a wheel for their exclusive use during classes. The class meets every Thursday 6pm to 8:30pm, from July 9 - Aug 13 (NO CLASS Aug 6). Students will be part of a community studio and participate in tidying their tools and space at the end of class. Suitable for persons aged 16 and over. Course cancellations require one week notice. Make-up sessions cannot be provided for missed classes (students may join public studio time classes at their own cost). Course is taught by Lindsay Descovich.

Private Pottery Class for your group only! IMPORTANT - We will need to confirm a date and time for your private session. We can do that before or after you purchase tickets. Please email us at - santaipottery@gmail.com with your proposed dates and times. Relax and get muddy with this introduction to "throwing clay" on the pottery wheel! This is a casual session for absolute beginners where you will be welcome to experience the magic of the wheel with some guidance and no pressure. In this session, participants will: - View a demonstration on how to use a potter's wheel - Learn the skills to centre, open, and pull up clay to form a cylinder or bowl - Throw your own handmade pottery Each participant may choose two of their favourite pieces which our team at Santai Studio will trim, fire, glaze, and fire for you. Three glaze colours will be available. Pottery will be ready to collect after around 4 weeks. Our classes are designed for and priced as a private experience for groups of four participants. Smaller groups may book in, but we are not able to offer a discount. Please wear old clothes or an apron as you will get muddy! Closed in shoes recommended. This class is suitable for people age 12 and over.