Slow Clay Centre Information

Slow Clay Centre specialises in ceramic art and pottery education and offers an extensive variety of ceramics and pottery classes throughout the year. Classes are offered on a weekly basis by the term, weekend intensives and short courses, and a rich variety of one-day guest artist workshops and forums. Catering mostly for adults, from beginners to the more skilled, we also offer occasional children's classes so everyone can learn the art of working with clay! Our unique "Slow Clay" method for teaching the pottery wheel, established by Slow Clay Centre director and ceramic artist Jane Sawyer, has been taught and refined over twenty five years. Based on the Japanese techniques she studied as an apprentice in Japan, the "Slow Clay" method offers ergonomic best-practice and provides a solid foundation for personal expression and confidence with clay. Based in a beautiful renovated inner-city warehouse in Collingwood, Melbourne, Australia, Sawyer is joined by a range of professional ceramic artists and experienced teachers, many whom are recognised as leaders in their field. Together they offer guest artist workshops and forums, creating a vibrant community of enthusiasts. Welcome to Slow Clay Centre where you can set your own pace, explore widely and develop deeply!