Beginner – Intermediate Ceramics Course
Instructor: Lauren Jane Salt
Duration: 6 Weeks
Start Date: Thursday 7th of November, 2025
End Date: Thursdays 11th of December, 2025
Schedule: Thursday, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Location: Farmer Street Studio, 10 Farmer St, North Perth WA 6006
Cost: $390 total / Includes tools, clay, and firing. If you’d like to discuss alternative payment methods or plans, please contact me at laurenjanesalt@gmail.com
This beginner to intermediate friendly course is designed to help you explore the fundamentals of hand building ceramics while encouraging your personal expression. Each week, Lauren introduces new techniques and perspectives on working with clay. Whether you are new to the medium or seeking to refine your skills, the course is structured to support both those who value guided instruction and those who prefer a more independent, exploratory approach.
What You'll Learn
Over the six weeks, students will explore:
꩜ Coiling – Building forms using hand-rolled coils
꩜ Slab Building – Creating functional and sculptural pieces using slab techniques
꩜ Sculpture Techniques – Forming and refining artistic clay structures
꩜ Glazing Methods – Exploring surface decoration and finishes
꩜ Clay Properties & Best Practices – Understanding material behavior, drying, and firing processes
꩜ Clay, glazes, and all necessary tools
꩜ Firing services for your finished pieces
꩜ A welcoming studio environment shared with experienced ceramicists
📍 Farmer Street Studio, a collaborative artist studio
🚗 Free parking available on Farmer Street or Namur Street (north side of the venue).
📌 Limited spots available! Book now to secure your place.
Beginner – Intermediate Ceramics Course
Instructor: Lauren Jane Salt
Duration: 6 Weeks
Start Date: Tuesday 4th of November, 2025
End Date: Tuesday 9th of December, 2025
Schedule: Tuesdays, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Location: Farmer Street Studio, 10 Farmer St, North Perth WA 6006
Cost: $390 total / Includes tools, clay, and firing. If you’d like to discuss alternative payment methods or plans, please contact me at laurenjanesalt@gmail.com
This beginner to intermediate friendly course is designed to help you explore the fundamentals of hand building ceramics while encouraging your personal expression. Each week, Lauren introduces new techniques and perspectives on working with clay. Whether you are new to the medium or seeking to refine your skills, the course is structured to support both those who value guided instruction and those who prefer a more independent, exploratory approach.
What You'll Learn
Over the six weeks, students will explore:
꩜ Coiling – Building forms using hand-rolled coils
꩜ Slab Building – Creating functional and sculptural pieces using slab techniques
꩜ Sculpture Techniques – Forming and refining artistic clay structures
꩜ Glazing Methods – Exploring surface decoration and finishes
꩜ Clay Properties & Best Practices – Understanding material behavior, drying, and firing processes
꩜ Clay, glazes, and all necessary tools
꩜ Firing services for your finished pieces
꩜ A welcoming studio environment shared with experienced ceramicists
📍 Farmer Street Studio, a collaborative artist studio
🚗 Free parking available on Farmer Street or Namur Street (north side of the venue).
📌 Limited spots available! Book now to secure your place.
Whether you're exploring your own creative ideas or prefer guided instruction, these open classes offer a welcoming space to immerse yourself in the world of hand-building ceramics.
Lauren fosters an inclusive, relaxed environment where students of all levels are encouraged to experiment, grow, and express their vision. We work with Paperclay—a versatile, sculpting-friendly clay that can be reworked over time—allowing you to develop your practice at your own pace, with support as needed. You're welcome to attend weekly, monthly, or whenever suits your schedule.
Classes take place within Farmer Street Studio, a shared space for community classes. We’re a fully equipped studio with in-house glazing and firing, making the process smooth from start to finish. Your first session includes a bag of Paperclay to get you started.
Available session times:
꩜ Wednesdays: 6:00–8:30PM
꩜ Saturdays: 1:00–3:30PM
Where:
Farmer Street Studio
10 Farmer Street, North Perth
Studio time is flexible—once you’ve purchased your sessions, you’ll receive an email with scheduling details to confirm your start date. You can reschedule anytime through our booking calendar.
Session Packages:
꩜ 1 Class – $70
꩜ 5 Classes – $350 ($70 per class)
꩜ 10 Classes – $650 ($65 per class)
꩜ 20 Classes – $1,200 ($60 per class)
Payment plans are available—please get in touch via laurenjanesalt@gmail.com
Please note: Additional clay, glazes, and firing costs are not included—but we have studio glazes and clay available for purchase.
