Ceramic Classes

for adults and children

Regular classes offering a gentle entry point for working with clay.
Technical guidance throughout the process with a focus on self expression and play.
Kayleigh’s approach in informed by Master of Art Therapy, and 5 years of teaching, creating an attuned space that aims to guide and support you the whole way.

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In this playful one-off workshop, explore how to layer two contrasting clays into bold, eye-catching patterns and create your own unique pieces to take home.
This workshop is adapted to suit a range of experience, from complete beginners to experienced potters looking to explore a new approach.
This workshop is taught by me, Kayleigh Heydon. I have been an artist for 13 years and I have been teaching and sharing my process for 5 years. I have a Masters in Art Therapy and this informs my approach to teaching.
This workshop takes place every 6 weeks at Shell Space in Brunswick.

The workshop is catered with light snacks, tea and wine.

The evening is set out to have a relaxed and gentle pace so you can relax and enjoy the process.

In this workshop, we explore carving and slicing as a way of coming to form.
Attention is placed on what can be taken away to reveal shape and surface. Through observation, editing, and moments of risk, the vessel emerges through subtraction.
Traces of confidence and hesitation remain in grooves, ridges, and incisions, forming a striking, cliff-like terrain.
This workshop is adapted to suit a range of experience, from complete beginners to experienced potters looking to explore a new approach.
There are 3 free spaces in this workshop for First Nations Mob.
This workshop is taught by me, Kayleigh Heydon. I have been an artist for 13 years and I have been teaching and sharing my process for 5 years. I have a Masters in Art Therapy and this informs my approach to teaching.
There will be light refreshments, and snacks provided,
Each person will make 2 pieces, a carved cup and a candle holder.
The pieces will be finished and fired in Brunswick and will be available for collection from Shell Space 4-6 weeks after the workshop. You will be notified via email.
This workshop is suitable for total beginners, aged 15+, people under 18 must be accompanied by a paying adult.
Dexterity and fine motor skills are needed as we will be using sharp tools.

In this workshop you and your little one will work together, creating a colourful portrait plate using a beginner-friendly technique called ‘inlay'‘ where you place soft coloured clay into a design then roll it into the surface. This simple yet satisfying process allows you to create bold, personal designs that capture personality and play.
This workshop is adapted to suit a range ages. 3 being the youngest, and suitable for up to 7 years.
This workshop is taught by me, Kayleigh Heydon. I have been an artist for 13 years and I have been teaching and sharing my process for 5 years. I have a Masters in Art Therapy and this informs my approach to teaching.
There will be light refreshments, and snacks provided for adults and children.
The pieces will be finished and fired in Brunswick and will be available for collection from Shell Space 4-6 weeks after the workshop. You will be notified via email.
This workshop is suitable for total beginners. An adult must be present and take part in the workshops with the child

In this playful workshop, children will bring their own mythical friend or wonder being to life, shaping a small protector from clay. Guided by imagination, they’ll sculpt and paint a unique creature to keep and watch over them.
A gentle space for creativity, imagination and storytelling.
This workshop is adapted to suit a range ages. 3 being the youngest, and suitable for up to 7 years.
This workshop is taught by me, Kayleigh Heydon. I have been an artist for 13 years and I have been teaching and sharing my process for 5 years. I have a Masters in Art Therapy and this informs my approach to teaching.
There will be light refreshments, and snacks provided for adults and children.
The pieces will be finished and fired in Brunswick and will be available for collection from Shell Space 4-6 weeks after the workshop. You will be notified via email.
This workshop is suitable for total beginners. An adult must be present and take part in the workshops with the child