CCPS COURSE IN CLAY T1 2026 Hand-building Wed. 6.00 - 8.30 pm

Handbuilding - Beginners to Intermediate with Rasma Kradzins

8 week course - Wednesdays - 6.00 pm - 8.30 pm (includes 8 kg of clay)

Cost - $4 30

Students will receive 8 kg of clay for this class and the class fee includes all firing and glazing.

Minimum 7 students per course

Please read the CCPS Cancellation Policy carefully, prior to making your booking - also in FAQs below.

TEACHER PROFILE

I am a qualified, 4 year trained Primary school teacher graduating with Honours . I have

programmed for and taught ceramics, mosaics, colour theory and painting to students from

stages 1 to 3, identified as demonstrating giftedness and talent in Visual Arts.

My 20+ years teaching experience has greatly enhanced my professional development as an

educator and has fostered a deep understanding of quality teaching.

I have a degree in Fine Art, completing 5 years of full-time study at The National Art

School, Sydney. I also attended the Ivan Englund Pottery School workshop in Sydney at that

time.

I have my own kiln and have had much experience in glazing, firing and packing kilns to

achieve a quality result.

The aim of the hand building classes is to familiarize students with the feel of clay and

teach them how to make robust joins, whether pinching, coiling or using slabs as the process.

Students will create and complete at least one piece each week, whether it is functional or

sculptural. This may include items such as animal shapes, a vase, tea light, a cup, bowl, plate

or a lidded pot. Students will be shown how to alter the shape of their piece and to texture

the surface of the clay by using darts, sgraffito, a roller, natural and found objects,

stretching the clay and by adding layers of clay. How glazes can be used to highlight the

textures will also be discussed.

Students will create their pieces in the first six weeks of the course, leaving weeks 7 and 8

for glazing and discussing any items already completed.

Clay allocation:

8 kg of stoneware clay is included in the class cost, as well as all firing and glazing required for this amount.

Members and non-members are able to purchase an extra 2 .5 kg for $40 which includes glazing and firing based on members rates, if they require further clay beyond the clay allocation for this class. Members are not permitted to bring their own clay to use in this class.

Please note, students are asked to only book into a maximum of two classes each term to support opportunity for others to attend.

FAQs

What are my transport/parking options for getting to and from the event?

There is plenty of on and off-street parking. However, we are located near several schools and when they have events, there can sometimes be difficulty finding a park close by. Please ensure you park legally to avoid a Council parking infringement.

What can I bring into the event?

Please refer to the list in your welcome email.

How can I contact the organiser with any questions?

If you have any queries, please contact the Education Manager via education@ccpotters.org

What's the cancellation policy?

CCPS CANCELLATION POLICY

Central Coast Potters Society (CCPS) courses are subject to the CCPS Cancellation Policy.

Read the CCPS Cancellation Policy carefully, prior to making your booking.

When booking and paying for a course with CCPS, please consider the following:

1. It takes considerable preparation and organisation by unpaid CCPS volunteers, to present course options and process payments. Choose carefully;
2. Bookings are final and non-transferable to other dates;
3. Cancellations made up to 7 days prior to a course commencing can be made through Eventbrite by the attendee;
4. Cancellations made up to 4 days prior to a course commencing must be made by contacting the Education Manager via education@ccpotters.org. An administration charge of $60 will apply in this instance;
5. Cancellations made less than 4 days prior to a course commencing are non-refundable, unless another attendee can take your place;
6. Bookings may be transferred to a friend. It is your responsibility to transfer funds between yourself and your friend. Notify the Education Manager of this change via education@ccpotters.org, with the new attendee’s name, email address and phone number;
7. Partial or full non-attendance at a course will result in forfeiture of fees paid.

While CCPS recognises there are occasions when cancellation is unavoidable, requests for a full refund will be considered on a case-by-case basis. The CCPS Management Committee may consider a written appeal where extenuating circumstances exist. Such an appeal must be addressed to the Education Manager via education@ccpotters.org.

If CCPS must cancel a course, or move a course date, we will endeavour to notify enrolled attendees a minimum of 24 hours prior to the course commencing. Attendees affected will have the option of booking into a different course (course fees may vary), or a full refund.

Before committing to attend a course, CCPS requests that members & non-members carefully consider their commitment to attend.

CCPS Management Committee

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

No, you do not need it. We will have all the details.

Can I update my registration information?

Yes, you can update your contact details. Please email the Education Manager via education@ccpotters.org.

Is my registration fee or ticket transferable?

Yes, please refer to the CCPS Cancellation Policy above.

Is it OK if the name on my ticket or registration doesn't match the person who attends?

We would prefer you provide us with the correct attendee details.