Carve Your Own Story in Clay
Ever wanted to bring your own ideas and designs to life on ceramics? Sgraffito is the perfect place to start. Simple, meditative, and endlessly creative, this technique invites you to scratch through layers of coloured slip to reveal beautiful contrasting designs beneath the clay surface.
Why Join This Workshop?
This isn’t just about learning a new pottery skill—it’s about slowing down, tuning in, and discovering your creative voice. You’ll walk away with:
- Your own handmade ceramic platter – glazed and kiln-fired, ready to use or gift
- Hands-on experience with sgraffito – from applying slips to carving original designs
- Confidence and know-how – the tools, timing, and techniques to continue on your own
- A creative reset – a full day of mindful making in a beautiful studio space
Whether you’re new to clay or an experienced potter, this workshop offers fresh inspiration and skills you can build on.
What You’ll Learn
- Hand-build your own platter from clay slabs
- Mix and apply coloured slips with ease
- Select and use the right tools for fine carving
- Know the perfect time to scratch your design
- Incorporate your own design or choose from templates
- Gain confidence to bring sgraffito into your own ceramics practice
Who Is It For?
- New to clay? You’ll be guided step by step, no experience needed.
- Already a potter? Add a striking decoration technique to your skill set.
- Curious creative? Simply come for a mindful, hands-on day and leave with a platter you’ve designed yourself.
About Your Instructor
This workshop is led by Cindy Tong, a Gippsland-based ceramic artist celebrated for her intricate sgraffito work inspired by Australian botanicals and natural forms.
Her work has been exhibited nationally, including solo shows at Michael Reid Murrurundi and Bond Street Events Centre. She was a 2025 finalist in the prestigious Siliceous Award for Ceramic Excellence and has received multiple awards for her sculptural ceramics. Cindy brings years of experience teaching workshops and sharing her thoughtful, design-led approach to clay.
This is your chance to learn directly from her and discover how to carve your own story in clay.
Book Now
Don’t miss this opportunity—previous workshops have sold out fast.
Make a creative escape to the Surf Coast, enjoy a day of mindful making, and take home more than just a platter* – you’ll take home a new skill and a piece of your own artistry.
* Your work will be fired and will be ready for collection after a few weeks.
- TORQUAY
- 17 OCTOBER 2025
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- Karst Ceramics Studio,
16 Wilson Street,
Torquay VIC 3228 - 10:00am – 3:30pm
- $220 per person
- Karst Ceramics Studio,