Ceramic Glaze Workshop 5 July 2025

This workshop is designed for students currently or previously enrolled in pottery classes at the gallery who are ready to glaze their bisque-fired work. You’ll learn how to confidently apply glazes, bringing your ceramics to life with customised finishes.

What will be covered in this course?
In this workshop, you’ll glaze the bisque-fired pottery pieces created in your course. We’ll explore the glaze options available for use, demonstrate key application techniques, and provide guidance as you glaze your own work in preparation for the final firing.

By the end of this course, students will:

Have glazed pieces ready for the final firing
Feel more confident selecting and applying glazes
Recognise how different glaze techniques impact surface textures and colour outcomes

THIS CLASS IS FOR:

Gallery pottery students, or anyone with basic familiarity with ceramics, who has bisque-fired work ready to glaze to cone 6.

LOCATION: Woolgoolga Gallery, 73 Turon Parade Woolgoolga

TIME: 4 - 6.30 pm

DURATION: 2.5 hours

WHEN: Saturday 5 July 2025

TUTOR: Luke Ford

COST: Member $65 / Non Member $75

REQUIRED MATERIALS:

A selection of glazes will be provided.

Please bring

Your bisque-fired pots (required)
Any glazes you’d like to use and/or share, along with your preferred tools and an apron (optional)

*Please note firing is an additional cost through W.A.G.

About the Tutor

Luke is an accomplished ceramic artist and educator with a deep passion for pottery. Holding a Diploma of Ceramics and a Cert IV in Adult Education, Luke brings both expert knowledge and a strong educational background to his classes. His experience spans wheel throwing, handbuilding, and slipcasting, with work encompassing both functional and sculptural ceramics.

Luke’s teaching philosophy is centred on fostering creativity and skill development in a supportive environment. His approachable and patient demeanour makes learning pottery accessible and enjoyable for students of all levels. Whether guiding beginners through their first pinch pot or helping advanced students refine their techniques, Luke is committed to nurturing each individual’s artistic journey.

Join Luke and explore the world of ceramics, where hands-on learning meets artistic expression under expert guidance.