Grounded By Designs is Newcastle’s eco-conscious ceramic studio and workshop space, tucked inside MOA & co in Carrington. Created by photographer and ceramicist Myf Garven, the studio is a place for slow making, creative exploration and connection.

About the workshop

A Claytime Workshop is an invitation to take a morning for yourself. The session is about slowing down, enjoying a warm brew, and shaping something by hand in a calm and supportive space.

With a maximum of six participants, there’s time for Myf to offer individual guidance and help you create something you truly love. Together we’ll make a simple, functional piece such as a cup, bowl or small vase. You’ll learn hand-building techniques like pinch potting and adding handles or feet, and then have time to explore your own ideas.

All tools, materials and plenty of clay are provided. Just bring your curiosity and a willingness to play.

Investment: $120 per person (minimum of four people)

Your Claytime ticket includes a guided hand-building clay session in the Grounded By Designs studio, all clay and tools required, along with herbal tea and a selection of tasty treats. Pro tip: If you love a morning espresso, you are very welcome to grab a coffee from Frankie the van within MOA & co before we dive in!

The ticket also includes the glazing and firing of one handmade piece for you to keep. Most people make one to two pieces during the session. If you’d like to keep more of what you create, additional pieces can be added on for $20 per piece, payable on the day. This includes glazing and firing.

If your piece turns out differently from what you imagined, that’s all part of the process. In these cases, you’ll receive a $30 credit to spend in-store at Grounded By Designs or put towards a future workshop. This experience is about showing up, enjoying the process, and letting go of perfection.

It’s about the experience, not perfection.

Whether you are new to clay or rediscovering it, a Claytime Workshop is designed to help you pause, reconnect and make something meaningful.

If you have a special occasion coming up, Private Claytime Workshops are available for up to six people. It’s a beautiful way to celebrate with friends or family while making together.