Are you keen to experience all the excitement and drama of Woodfire Pottery? Gooseneck is now holding regular workshops!
We have a range of different workshops throughout the year to suit the woodfire experience you’re looking for. Scroll down to see what’s coming up soon.
If you’re looking to do group classes, get in touch with Rob directly to organise a private throwing workshops or firing the smaller ‘Gosling’ kiln.
If you are interested in upcoming workshops please fill out this form below and we will get in touch with you when more become available.
THROWING PROGRAMMES
APRIL
EASTER THROWING DAYS
Sat 4th, Sun 5th and Mon 6th of April
Hands on coaching to build skills on the wheel.
(Single day $250, Two days $440, Three days $650)
Accommodation available.
ANZAC WEEKEND THROWING COURSE
Sat 25th and Sun 26th April
Hands on coaching to build skills on the wheel.
(Single day $250, Two days $440)
Accommodation available.
JUNE
WINTER THROWING DAYS
6th, 7th and 8th of June.
Hands on coaching to build skills on the wheel.
(Single day $250, Two days $440, Three days $650)
Accommodation available.
MORE DATES TO COME SOONSEPTEMBER
Five Day Intensive Throwing Workshop.
Mon 21st – Fri 25th of September.
Hands on coaching to build skills on the wheel.
(Single day $250, Multiple days $220 p/d, Five days $950)
Accommodation available.
FIRING PROGRAMMES & RESIDENCIES
MAY
GOOSENECK RESIDENCY – WOODFIRING
Mon 5th – Sun 24th of May.
Making work, Glazing, Kiln packing, Firing, Unpacking and analysis, discussion and Slide presentations. Some clay and glazes and wood included.
Cost - 20 days, $2900 (some days off and kiln cooling time)
Accommodation available.
NOVEMBER 2026
THE 2026 WOOD FIRING AND SALT GLAZE EXPERIENCE
Nobori Gamma Firing. Presented over three sessions.
The Firing - Sat 31st of Oct, Sun 1st, Mon 2nd and Tue 3rd of November.
Kiln prep/packing - Sat 17th and Sun 18th of October.
Unpacking and discussion - Sat 14th and Sun 15th of November.
Every year we have spectacular results from this majestic kiln. Have numerous pieces in the firing and be involved in every part of the process.
Cost $700
THE FINE PRINT
DETAILS
Tea & Coffee Provided. BYO food, kitchen facilities on site (cafes, supermarket, bakeries, brewery nearby).
Accommodation at own expense – some rustic accommodation/camping available at Gooseneck ($55 per night for a bed (limited spaces), $15 per night camping) Air BnB’s also available close by.
LOCATION
Gooseneck Pottery
60 Kardella – Fairbank Road. Kardella.
Victoria 3951 (via Korumburra)
(90 MINUTES FROM MELBOURNE)
QUESTIONS
Rob Barron - 0403023761
gooseneckpottery@gmail.com

