OVERVIEW
A hands-on wood-firing workshop covering the full arc of the process, from making and glazing through loading, firing and unloading the kiln, with discussion of results along the way.
WHO IT IS FOR
All experience levels are welcome, from first-timers to practising potters.
WHAT PARTICIPANTS WILL DO
01Make
02Glaze
03Load
04Fire
05Unload
06Discuss
WHAT IS INCLUDED
Materials and clay
All firings
Tuition with Cher
Tools and refreshments
All firings
Tuition with Cher
Tools and refreshments
WHAT TO BRING
Closed footwear and natural-fibre clothing
Notebook and any personal tools
Lunch
Notebook and any personal tools
Lunch
YOUR TUTOR
Cher Shackleton
Wood-fire potter based in the South West of Western Australia — maker of wood-fired and salt-glazed vessels, sculptural forms and installation work; teacher, workshop host and curator of Wood Fire Survey 2026.
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BOOKING
Places are limited — enquire to book and Cher will be in touch with dates and details.
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PRACTICAL NOTES
ACCESSIBILITYTBC
WEATHERTBC
CANCELLATIONTBC
AGE GUIDANCETBC
LIABILITY / WAIVERTBC