Pottery FAQ
Any LMCS member can use the pottery studio once they have completed the general induction, and then the pottery induction. Your general induction must be completed prior to undertaking the pottery induction.
The pottery inductions are held on an ad-hoc basis, usually Saturday mornings or Thursday nights. Pottery inductions occur after the general induction on Saturdays. Just ask for the pottery supervisor after your general induction and they will give you the run down.
Take a look at our Session Times to see when Pottery specific sessions are being run. You are also able to use the pottery studio during any of the ‘general’ opening times.
No experience is needed, however it is helpful if you have undertaken a pottery class, as there are no formal teachers or instructors during these sessions. Our community members are happy to help out any newcomers learning the ropes!
Currently, we do not host any workshops or classes, however we are working on hosting the occasional workshop run by our experienced potters. The aim of this space is to share our learnings with each other to create a community. Keep an eye out for any announcements in our newsletter and on the Pottery WhatsApp group chat.
There are eight pottery wheels, as well as multiple hand building tables. There is a communal set of tools, however this is limited and it is recommended that you bring your own. We also have a small collection of glazes available for your use. We have two electric kilns, which are operated and loaded by kiln inducted pottery members.
Other than your yearly membership fee, other costs include purchase of your own clay, pottery tools and costs incurred when you pick up your final fired piece (typically post glaze firing) using a ‘pay and weigh’ system. This is currently calculated at $4 per kg, which translates to under a dollar for a typical mug (250g).
For wheel throwing we encourage the use of stoneware PB103, which can be purchased from LMCS at cost price, either in new 10kg bags or as recycled clay. Using one type of clay helps with producing consistent and therefore predictable results. However, many members choose to bring in their own clay. Earthenware clay is not allowed.
Take a look at the Pottery section under Resources for more information.