Play and Clay

Clay and Play is a unique experience for primary aged children combining pottery, craft and bush play. 

What do we do?

• Little people and their adults are welcomed with bubbles. Take your time to settle in, there is no rush. Adults are welcome to participate, hang back or pick up and drop off.
• Once everyone is settled and familiar with the space, we get our hands into the clay! Little artists are guided through pinch pot and slab rolling techniques. Most importantly, they are encouraged to explore the sensory quality of pottery. 1 special object will be selected for bisque firing. 
• Then we head off to explore the beautiful bush land directly surrounding the studio. Depending on the season this can include muddy puddles, monarch butterflies and marvellous mushrooms. 
• When we return to the studio a picnic of fresh fruit is provided.
• We spend the remainder of the session crafting and drawing the natural objects collected on the walk.

What to bring?

• Detailed instructions for any medications  
• Labelled drink bottle
• Clothing that can get grubby
• Shoes that can get wet and climb hills
• Raincoat 
• Optional snack for fussy eaters.

Please note

• Adults wanting to join the nature walk please be advised that some areas are quite steep. Appropriate shoes are recommended.
• Please advise of any mobility considerations.
• Please advise of any allergies.
• Works will be ready for collection 4-6 weeks after the session. Please make arrangements with the studio 
• NDIS invoicing is available provided it is covered in the package.
• Booking a ticket means you have read the below terms and conditions
• Please provide emergency contact details upon arrival.
• Please remember to label ANY objects or additional items of clothing 
• This class is targeted at primary age children. However keen early learners and junior teens are welcome.

The Palette & Kiln Studio Terms & Conditions:

1: You agree to label all work created by you and acknowledge that unlabelled work may not be available for collection.

2: You acknowledge that your work/creation/s may crack/break at any stage and that this is no fault of the Palette & Kiln Studio.

3: You acknowledge that clothing may become dirty/stained/torn during your time at The Palette & Kiln Studio.

4: You acknowledge that The Palette & Kiln studio is in a bush setting and consequential accidents, including but not limited to, falls, scrapes and/or animal/insect bites/stings/scratches, may occur at no fault of The Palette & Kiln Studio.

5: You acknowledge the risk of silicosis associated with clay dust particles that may be found at The Palette & Kiln Studio. It is up to you to wash hands and remove the apron before consuming food or drink and smoking.

6: You agree to arrange collection of finished works within 1 month of receiving notification of completion.

7: You acknowledge that if collection is not arranged within the time frame, your completed work may be recycled/used at the discretion of The Palette & Kiln Studio and therefore unavailable for collection.

8: You acknowledge that if minimum bookings are not met The Palette & Kiln Studio reserves the right to cancel classes.

9: You acknowledge that no shows/cancellations within 24hrs of upcoming workshop will not be refunded. In the event that a workshop is cancelled by The Palette & Kiln Studio a credit will be given unless a refund is requested within 48hrs. NDIS participants may still be invoiced if no show or cancelled by you within 24hrs of upcoming workshop. 

10: You agree that you and/or your work may be photographed and used in promotional material.

11: You acknowledge tools used at The Palette & Kiln Studio may not be appropriate for all participants but, unless arranged prior, may be accessible.

12: You agree to receive Emails from The Palette & Kiln Studio regarding studio updates and/or future workshops

13: You agree to inform The Palette & Kiln Studio of any relevant allergies, mobility restrictions, conditions and/or limitations.

14: You acknowledge The Palette & Kiln Studio does not have an ambulant bathroom and parts of the studio may not be wheelchair accessible.