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Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to the questions we hear most often

• Do I need any experience to join or visit? ▼

  Not at all. The studio welcomes complete beginners through to experienced potters. If you have no prior experience, we recommend coming along to a beginner class first.

• Can I come and try it out before joining? ▼

  Yes. Visitors aged 18 and over are welcome to come along on a day pass — $7 as an intro offer (maximum 3 visits), payable on the day.

• How do beginner classes work and what do they cost? ▼

  When available, our beginner pottery classes generally run on 3 consecutive Saturdays, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm, by online booking only. They’re $90 per person, with clay, tools and firing all included.

• How do I book a wheel throwing session? ▼

  Register your interest by emailing baypotter4@gmail.com. Wheel throwing runs in small groups (maximum 2 people) at $30 per person.

• What does membership cost and what’s included? ▼

  Annual membership is $50 per year (due in February), or $30 for members joining after July. Members pay a discounted day fee of $5 and enjoy full access to the studio and community. See the Membership page for full details.

• Is there an age requirement? ▼

  Yes — membership and day visits are for ages 18 years and over only.

• When is the studio open? ▼

  Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm. We’re closed Thursday, Friday and Sunday. Contact us to arrange special appointments.

• What are the firing charges? ▼

  Firing is charged per kilogram: $4.00/kg for bisque and $5.00/kg for glaze.

• Can I buy clay at the club? ▼

  Yes. Members can purchase clay from the Club whenever stock is available — just record your purchase in the attendance & clay book and settle up at the end of the month.

• Where are you located and how do I get in touch? ▼

  We’re at the Bay Potters Studio in Hervey Bay. Email baypotter4@gmail.com, use the form below, or follow us on Facebook.