A woman in a green off-shoulder top is working on pottery, shaping a clay mug on a pottery wheel. There are tools, a bottle, and a bowl on the wooden table.

Clay, Paint & Sip

  • Date night? Getting social with a little clay?

    In this two-hour introduction to clay, you’ll have all the tools and materials to make your ceramic creation with hands-on assistance from us. You can also choose to paint your piece with a selection of underglazes or let us glaze your piece in our house white glaze.

    BYO: Bring your favourite vino/beer/evening tipple, and glasses if you need them.

    Duration: 2 hours
    Price: $90 per person

  • The course is an introduction to hand-building ceramics. You will learn the 3 Main Techniques of hand-building, including safe handling and use of tools, and hand-painting with underglazes.

    Included:

    • 650g stoneware clay *approx.
    • Additional clay available at a cost
    • Hand-building and sculpting tools
    • Underglazes for painting
    • ONE finished ceramic piece (additional pieces charged at $20/piece)
    • Clear glaze by us
    •     Firing service

    • Glazing and firing process takes approximately 4-6 weeks (maximum) to complete.

    • Take a photo of your pieces, if you would like any updates we require this to check.

    • All pieces ready at 6 weeks.

    • Failure to pickup within 4 months will result in your piece being donated.

    Joining us whilst far from home? We can ship your piece to you at an additional cost. Let us know on the day of the workshop.

A woman in a green top shaping a ceramic mug on a pottery wheel in a pottery studio.
A woman with tattoos working on a ceramic pottery piece in a pottery studio, focused on shaping a bowl with tools, surrounded by pottery tools and materials.
A woman smiling while painting a ceramic mug with a landscape scene inside a ceramics painting class.
Decorative ceramic piece with three pastel-colored cone-shaped objects with orange and purple dots, inscribed with the words "RING A DING DONG" inside a circular border, placed on a textured stone surface.

Frequently Asked Questions

    1. Wear clothes you’re ok to get dirty. Ceramics can be messy business.

    2. Wear enclosed shoes. The studio is a work environment so for safety please wear appropriate footwear.

    3. Short nails recommended. Feeling the clay you work with helps a lot, and cleaning under your nails will be easier.

    4. Bring your own drink and snacks. We have a kitchenette for water refills.

  • All of our classes are perfect for beginners and those looking to brush up on their skills, and create something fun and functional.

    All our workshops offer a safe and fun environment.

  • All of our materials are food safe, meaning you can use them at home safely. Also, they are dishwasher and microwave safe. We always recommend hand-washing to ensure you piece has a long and safe life.

  • Find us at Market Studio our shop & studio located at 131 Booth Street, Annandale 2038. The best bus route is the 470 Lilyfield to City Martin Place (or returning), stop Booth St at Young St (2 minute walk).

  • Workshops and classes are strictly non-refundable. No cancellations, but free to reschedule up until 7 days before the class. One date change is permitted per booking.

    All notices must be submitted by email to airrmade@gmail.com or hello@marketstudio.com.au. We do not accept other forms of contact as official cancellation.

    Please note, for the sake of fairness, we apply these rules strictly and with no exceptions

  • No cancellations, but free to reschedule up until 14 days before the class. Any payment before cancellation is non-refundable. One date change is permitted per booking, provided it is made at least 14 days prior to the class.

    Any reduction to the guest number must be finalised 7 days before the workshop date. Any reductions beyond that date will not be eligible for a refund.