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Make a Buddha Bowl Class

Create a large Buddha bowl with dark matter clay in Tamborine Mountain!


Clay Temple
Clay Temple
5.0 (47)

75 mins Class size 1 to 6 guests

$120 - $135 (Afterpay available)
($135 per guest when you book for 1+ guests, $120/guest for 3+ guests)

Brisbane
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Gold Coast
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Craft
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Pottery
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Wheel Throwing
Now you're probably wondering, what is a Buddha bowl? As the story goes, the Buddha woke up before dawn every morning and carried his bowl through the roads or paths wherever he was staying. Local people would place food in the bowl in exchange for his wise wisdom, advice and mind. At the end of his walks, he would eat whatever he had been given.
You might also find most Buddha bowls are being brought out to your tables in cafes and restaurants. It is typically a fine line between a Buddha bowl and a large walled plate. So if this is your type of ceramic vessel you want to forge with your hands, then come and join us in this wheel throwing class to create your very own Buddha bowl.
To make this class even more exciting, the clay body of choice is a special clay from Keane Ceramics that looks like chocolate when thrown and when fired to completion appears jet black with a popping white speckle. This clay body is called dark matter and is a sturdy, strong and durable clay body. This class is suitable for a beginner or intermediate due to the grog content.
Throw your hands and mind into the world of wheel throwing and discover the basic mechanics of throwing clay on the wheel with our Buddha bowl class. While learning the fundamental techniques to create a large, wide functional bowl, you will also walk away with a large insight into how to create other vessels and in turn help you continue your wheel throwing adventures.
Once your pieces are complete, they will be dried and undergo their first fire. From here, you will be welcomed back to choose a time that suits you to glaze your bowl. Choose from our extensive range of Coyote glazes and Mayco range. Our glazes are food-safe and dishwasher safe.
Whether you're looking for a creative outlet, a new hobby or a way to express yourself, this workshop is the perfect opportunity to learn, enjoy and explore the art of pottery.
Add-ons available for this class
  • Cola/Lemonade/Ginger Beer (Organic Karma Drinks) ($5)
  • Arepa (Nutropic Brain Drink) ($8)
  • Private class ($99)
  • create a second buddha bowl ($55)
You can add these when you book (optional).
 
Knowledge required
Beginner-friendly class or for intermediate self-taught potters.
 
What you'll get
  • 1 x 1300 grams of wedged dark matter clay.
  • Create one large Buddha bowl, dish or plate.
  • Guidance and techniques from an experienced pottery teacher.
  • Finished vessels that will be finished off on your return with your personal choice of glaze.
What to bring
  • Patience, enthusiasm, and fire in the belly :)
  • Have a colour palette in mind.
  • Having short nails will help; trimming is recommended.
  • Don't forget those hair ties.
Suitable for

This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a date idea, team building activity, Christmas party or hens party.

This experience would also be a fun gift for her, gift for mum or gift for couples.

Location

161 Long Road, Tamborine Mountain QLD

Make a Buddha Bowl Class location
More about this class

This teacher has 47 reviews for their other experiences - which you can see here.

This class is also covered by ClassBento's money-back guarantee.

Your teacher

Clay Temple
Clay Temple

5.0 (47)

Clay Temple.Co is a Boutique pottery studio offering a range of wheel throwing classes for most ages and unique pottery supplies.
Classes cater to 6 at a time to ensure a more fulfilling experience and offer a more guided approach for beginners.
The classes are a fun yet comprehensive introduction to wheel throwing. Workshops for experienced potters who want to take their skills to the next level are also offered as well as kid's classes.
With a boutique range of supplies, incredible clay range and rentable wheels you will be potting in no time.
Whether you're looking to create a masterpiece or just want to experiment, Clay Temple.Co has everything you need to turn your creative ideas into reality. With a wealth of experience and expertise, they are here to help you make the most of your time in the studio.

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