Please join us for an intimate and hands-on ceramics painting class where you will learn how to paint with underglazes (ie the “paints” applied under the glaze). The class will take place at our brand new studio the Coconut Crab, designed by award-winning Alexander Symes Architects, in Dulwich Hill, Sydney. During the class, Araceli will share all the tricks and techniques she has mastered over the 12 years + she has been making and painting ceramics.

The class will focus on the Tropical Rock Lobster (Panulirus ornatus), a species that undertakes a mass migration every winter up the Coral Sea to spawn along the beaches of PNG. These remarkable animals, characterised by their striking appearance and robust physiology, play a vital role in both ecological and cultural spheres. The migration of these awe-inspiring cratures not only adds a natural spectacle to the Coral Sea but also empahsises the intricte connection between marine life, environmental processes and Australian culture.

This class was first taught as an art & natural history masterclass, with marine ecologist Grace Nye-Butler in attendance. To see photos of the masterclass, learn more about the Tropical Rock Lobster and Grace’s ongoing work in protecting the fragile ecosystems in the Coral Sea that support this beautiful animal, click here.

Participants will be given one of Casa Adams signature medium platters bisqued, with the lobster already monoprinted and ready to be painted. All materials, as well as a delicious afternoon tea, are included. The platters will be glazed and fired in the studio and ready for collection approximately one week after. No previous experience needed!

Timings: 2pm to 5pm

Location: The studio address will be given to confirmed participants closer to the date

***If you’d like to paint the lobster on a dinner plate instead, there is an additional charge of $25. Just add this class to your cart and then add Dinner plate option for painting class to your cart as well.***