There’s so much to do at Happs Wines & Commonage Pottery. Whether it's playing with clay, enjoying a bohemian picnic, or attending one of our events there is something for everyone to enjoy.
We're happy to customise artistic workshops and experiences for your group including weekends. Please contact us on bookings@happs.com.au for help planning your visit.
Online bookings close 48 hours in advance. For last-minute reservations (within 48 hours), please call us to check availability at +61 8 9755 3300.
Want to give the gift of creativity?
A Happs Wines & Commonage Pottery gift card makes it easy! Your loved one can simply choose the workshop that excites them most, at a time that fits their schedule.
Calendar of Artistic Workshops and Courses
Saturday 18 April 2026
Greg Crowe Workshop 1: Altered Forms & Textures on the Pottery Wheel
Discover new possibilities in wheel-throwing with Greg Crowe, as he demonstrates techniques for altering forms, refining rims, squaring, turning on chucks, faceting, and adding texture. You'll gain confidence in shaping clay beyond the traditional round form while exploring surface treatments to enhance your work.
This Workshop is Perfect For:
$280 per person
Sunday 19 April 2026
Greg Crowe Workshop 2: Pots That Pour
Master the art of making functional pouring vessels, from jugs to bottles. Greg will guide you through form, balance, and functionality, helping you refine your throwing and handle-making techniques. This workshop is ideal for potters looking to enhance their craftsmanship and create well-balanced, functional pots.
This Workshop is Perfect For:
$280 per person
Saturday 4 & 11 April 2026
My Mermaid Treasure – Kids Book reading & Workshop
Calling all little mermaids and mermen (ages 5–11 years) and their wonderful parents!
Join author Kate Searle at Commonage Pottery for a magical and creative Mermaid Magic Workshop, designed to spark imagination, build confidence and help little ones shine bright!
Ages: 5–11 years
Tickets: $33 per child
Ongoing Artistic Workshops
Explore your creativity and have a blast with our regular art workshops, perfect for a solo adventure or a fun group outing.
Every Friday
Experiences with Encaustic Wax
Join us for a thrilling exploration of Encaustic Wax and Mixed Media. Led by the talented Colin Pratt, this workshop promises to ignite your imagination and inspire your artistic endeavours.
$150 per person
Every Thursday & Friday
Colour and Clay Workshop
Explore your creativity at a Clay & Colour Workshop! Learn basic pottery techniques and sculpt your own unique piece. In this workshop, we'll introduce you to the world of underglazes, a special paint for adding vibrant colours and stunning designs to your clay creation.
$130 per person
Monthly on Thursday's
Gelli Plate Printing Workshop
Explore textures & botanicals to create stunning monoprints! No press needed. Perfect for beginners & experienced artists. Learn about colour, stencils & layering techniques to build your print collection.
$135 per person
Wine and Food Experiences
PRIVATE PICNICS WITH ALL THE TRIMMINGS
Bohemian Picnic
Set in the lush and ever blooming Happs garden, our bohemian picnics are the perfect setting for an idyllic girls' day out. Whether you’re looking for an intimate gathering of a few friends or a grand celebration a Happs Bohemian picnic will provide the perfect setting for your memorable day.
Wine Tour, Pottery Tour, Tasting
Behind the Scenes at Happs
Go behind the scenes and discover how Ros and Erl Happs' shared love of nature, soil, and wine has resulted in the innovative wine and pottery business you see today. Includes a guided tour, hands-on pottery demonstration and wine tasting. For groups of 6 or more.
$30 per person
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