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At Kali Clay Studios in Stratford, New Zealand, we offer a variety of pottery experiences to suit all skill levels and interests. Explore our pricing and find the perfect session for you.

Pricing

Discover our range of pottery experiences at Kali Clay Studios, from beginner courses to private sessions. All prices include materials, instruction, and firing.

Pottery Experience Price
Beginner’s Wheel Throwing Course – 4-Day Course NZ$285 per person
One-Day Workshop NZ$100 per person
Kids’ Pottery Class NZ$50 per child
Private 1-on-1 Pottery Session NZ$65 per hour
Kiln Firing Services (Bring Your Own Pots!) Price
Bisque Firing NZ$9 per piece
Glaze Firing NZ$14 per piece
Use Studio Glazes NZ$10 per piece
Additional Pricing Considerations Price
Apron Hire NZ$5 per session
Extra Pieces for Firing NZ$15 per additional piece

Details on What's Included:

Beginner’s Wheel Throwing Course – 4-Day Course (NZ$285 per person)

  • ✔ All Materials Provided: Clay, glazes, pottery tools.
  • ✔ Instruction: 4 hands-on sessions covering cylinder making, bowl making, trimming, and glazing.
  • ✔ Wheel & Workspace Access: Individual pottery wheel per student.
  • ✔ Firing Costs: Bisque and glaze firing included (2 firings).
  • ✔ Finished Pieces: Students take home three completed, food-safe pottery pieces.
  • ✔ Optional: Apron Hire – NZ$5

One-Day Workshop (NZ$90 per person)

  • ✔ All Materials Provided: Clay, tools, and a pottery apron (available for hire at NZ$5).
  • ✔ Instruction: A guided 2.5-hour session to create a specific piece (e.g., a mug or bowl).
  • ✔ Firing Costs: Includes bisque and glaze firing.
  • ✔ Finished Piece: Participants collect their fully glazed and fired piece 2-3 weeks later.

Kids’ Pottery Class (NZ$50 per child)

  • ✔ All Materials Provided: Clay, tools, and fun creative templates.
  • ✔ Instruction: A kid-friendly, engaging pottery-making experience.
  • ✔ Firing Costs: Includes bisque firing (glazing optional for an extra NZ$10).
  • ✔ Finished Piece: Each child takes home one handmade piece after firing.
  • ✔ Optional: Apron Hire – NZ$5

Private 1-on-1 Pottery Session (NZ$65 per hour)

  • ✔ Tailored Instruction: One-on-one coaching for beginners or advanced students.
  • ✔ All Materials Provided: Clay, tools, and access to studio resources.
  • ✔ Wheel & Workspace Access: Personal access to a pottery wheel for the session.
  • ✔ Firing Costs: Includes bisque and glaze firing for one piece.
  • ✔ Additional Pieces: If more than one piece is made and fired, an extra NZ$10 per additional piece applies.
  • ✔ Take-Home Piece: One completed, glazed pottery piece per session.
  • ✔ Optional: Apron Hire – NZ$5

Kiln Firing Services (Bring Your Own Pots!) at Kali Clay Studios – Stratford

  • 📍 Turnaround Time: 1-2 weeks (depends on drying & kiln schedule).
  • 📍 Pickup: You will be notified when your pieces are ready for collection.

Additional Notes for All Classes & Workshops

  • ✔ All experiences include: Materials, clay, tools, instruction, and firing of pottery.
  • ✔ Finished pieces are available for pickup 2-3 weeks after the class (to allow for drying & firing).
  • ✔ Extra Pieces: If students want to keep & fire additional pieces, they can pay an extra NZ$15 per piece.

Ready to get started?

Book your pottery experience today and unleash your creativity at Kali Clay Studios in Stratford! Contact us for availability and scheduling.