In this workshop, you will create your own stencils, which will be applied to a ceramic latte cup. You’ll experiment with an underglaze peeling technique and learn how to transfer these skills to working with aerosol and paper as well. The session combines surface design, clay decoration, and spray-painting techniques in a relaxed and creative environment.
You will work with a leather-hard (half-dry) clay latte cup, creating a stencil design using paper and underglaze. You will also produce a minimum of two aerosol artworks on paper using stencils developed during the session.
You’ll leave with completed aerosol artworks on the day, and a finished, functional ceramic mug to collect at a later date.
Location: Newmarch Gallery
Date: Friday 20th March 2026
Cost: $50
Ages: Adults 18+
Bring: wear painting clothes and bring your own drink bottle.
Workshop Structure
Introduction to stencil techniques for clay and aerosol
Stencil design and cutting
Applying underglaze to clay latte cups
Optional: participants may add a handle to their cup
Aerosol stencil work on paper
Clay work and stencil cutting will take place inside Newmarch Gallery, with the session moving to the courtyard toward the end of the workshop for aerosol work.
Firing & Collection
Finished clay pieces will be transported back to Victoria for firing and glazing. Once complete, mugs will be posted back to Newmarch Gallery, where participants can collect their finished piece.
Materials Included
Pre-made leather-hard clay latte cups
Underglazes, brushes and clay tools
Firing, glazing, and return postage of clay cups
Selection of aerosol colours
Paper and stencil making materials
Scissors, cutting boards and cutting knives
Aerosol safety equipment including masks, gloves, and goggles
