{"product_id":"wednesday-afternoon-ten-week-term-starting-wed-8th-july-learn-pottery-with-sue","title":"Wednesday Afternoon Ten Week Term. Starting Wed 8th July-  Learn Pottery with Sue Goodwin","description":"\u003ch3\u003eHand-Building, Wheel Throwing \u0026amp; Sculpting with Sue Goodwin\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWednesday Afternoons | 12:30pm – 2:30pm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10-Week Term | 8 July – 9 September\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e📍 The Studio, Cleveland\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore hand-building, wheel throwing, sculptural ceramics, and surface decoration in this supportive 10-week course led by ceramic artist and teacher Sue Goodwin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith more than 40 years of experience working with clay, Sue combines strong technical knowledge with a relaxed and encouraging teaching style. Suitable for both beginners and continuing students, this class offers the opportunity to build confidence, develop skills, and bring your own creative ideas to life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat You'll Learn\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a project-led course where students are guided according to their experience, interests, and creative goals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTechniques may include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Hand-building and sculptural construction\u003cbr\u003e• Wheel throwing and form refinement\u003cbr\u003e• Functional pottery forms and vessels\u003cbr\u003e• Surface decoration, texture, slips, and underglazes\u003cbr\u003e• Glazing techniques and combinations\u003cbr\u003e• Clay bodies, firing, and ceramic processes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTerm Fee: $650\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Professional instruction with Sue\u003cbr\u003e• Use of pottery wheels, studio tools, and equipment\u003cbr\u003e• Access to studio glazes and shared decorating materials\u003cbr\u003e• Storage of work during the term\u003cbr\u003e• Kiln firing coordination and handling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; Firing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClay and firing are charged separately, allowing students to pay only for what they use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClay from $30–$40 per 10kg bag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFiring is charged at $13 per kg per firing, with most pieces requiring both a bisque and glaze firing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore booking, please take a moment to read our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/carysmartinceramics.com\/pages\/workshop-policies\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWorkshop Policies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, which include information on bookings, cancellations, make-up classes, and studio expectations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA welcoming class for anyone wanting time, guidance, and space to grow their ceramic practice within a supportive creative community.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJoin our Makers Meet community to see work created by students:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFacebook: The Makers Meet with Carys\u003cbr\u003eInstagram: @themakersmeetwithcarys\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout Sue -\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"303\"\u003eSue Goodwin is a ceramic artist, teacher, and lifelong maker whose connection to clay spans more than 40 years. Originally from South Africa and now based in Brisbane, Sue brings a wealth of experience across wheel throwing, handbuilding, sculptural ceramics, surface decoration, and glazing techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"305\" data-end=\"678\"\u003eMentored for over 27 years by South African Master Potter Digby Hoets, Sue developed a deeply grounded approach to ceramics that balances technical skill with creative exploration. In 2013 she opened her own studio in South Africa, where she taught both children and adults, guiding students through wheel throwing, handbuilding, sculptural work, and glaze experimentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"680\" data-end=\"901\"\u003eAlongside her ceramics practice, Sue also worked professionally in graphic design and painting, bringing a strong understanding of composition, texture, colour, and surface detail into her ceramic work and teaching style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"903\" data-end=\"1261\"\u003eSince relocating to Australia in 2024, Sue has continued teaching ceramics within the Brisbane community while exploring Australian clay bodies, firing methods, slips, and glazes. Her workshops encourage confidence, curiosity, and connection to the creative process, offering students a welcoming and supportive environment to explore clay at their own pace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1263\" data-end=\"1414\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eWhether working on the wheel or by hand, Sue believes clay holds a unique ability to ground, connect, and tell stories through touch, form, and making.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTestimonials:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"A few years ago as an absolute beginner I signed up for my first term of weekly\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eclasses with Carys and I have been returning each term ever since! Carys’ studio is\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cem\u003efilled with light, joy and inspirational artwork and people. The sessions are learner-\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003ecentred with a unique combination of structure and the freedom to pursue whatever\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cem\u003eskills or outcome you desire. Carys has a gift for knowing when to encourage a\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cem\u003estudent to stretch and grow, coaching to them to achieve art that never conceived\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cem\u003ethey could create. Equally, Carys creates an environment and provides feedback\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cem\u003ethat helps you consolidate skills and learn the craft more deeply. Additionally, it is a\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cem\u003epleasure to learn surrounded by others who are at difference stages of learning from\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cem\u003ebeginner through to those who are working on pieces for exhibitions.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Angela Brandeburg\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Carys Martin Ceramics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43133023813719,"sku":null,"price":650.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0202\/5586\/6944\/files\/5918E42F-5CFA-46A6-B977-33609F1A535C.jpg?v=1763873065","url":"https:\/\/carysmartinceramics.com\/products\/wednesday-afternoon-ten-week-term-starting-wed-8th-july-learn-pottery-with-sue","provider":"Carys Martin Ceramics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}