Cathy is a warm and generous teacher, sharing what she has learned and offering her extensive expertise in raku methods with participants. Many people arrive at workshops feeling unsure and tentative or simply saying “I’m not creative – I don’t know where to start”. Cathy gently encourages them all to make a start - to get in touch with the clay, shape it, mould it and begin to give it a new life.
In many ways, she offers people a safe place to express themselves and permission to let the child within play and have a bit of fun. Participants leave feeling thrilled, excited and exhilarated at their creations – made with their own hands and with creativity sparked from within themselves. They often go away able to tell a new story about themselves: “Actually, I can be creative”.
Cathy’s style and approach to familiarising people with clay and what it can do, simplifying the process and then letting them feel their way, produces the magical transitions that make these workshops such special events.
I thoroughly enjoyed my experience creating a “bathing beauty” with guidance from Cathy, but. …Wow!! so unexpected!! the fun we had, the whole adventure was so tactile! and my finished product was so rewarding!! Thankyou Cathy for Friedmudd🤗
Dorothy C.
The summer beauties workshop was exciting fun and very informative I learnt techniques I had learned before Cathy was very helpful in the way that she took us through each step of the process and got around to everyone to make sure we were supported highly recommend
Linda P.
This two day workshop was fantastic. Its relaxing, fun and productive. Cathy is a patient teacher & a great communicator. She is brilliant & is a wealth of information & loves to share it
Maree C.
A wonderful 2 day workshop creating a crosslegged girl. Cathy is a marvellous teacher and guided us through the process with skill, and kindness. All her workshops are a relaxing experience. I've done quite a few and am always delighted with the finished sculpture, bird, animal or bathing beauty
Robyn N.
Great experience warm friendly studio 👍
JAN W.
What a wonderful day it was. Cathy is a fabulous teacher who guided us through the process to a finished piece of art we could be proud of. Thank you Cathy. Can’t wait to enrol in another workshop.
Janelle H.
What a great space to spend time in creating a unique piece that you will treasure. This isn’t just an experience it’s a life event. Fantastic tutorage in a nurturing environment. Highly recommend♥️
Susan E.
I had the most brilliant day! Great group of people, fantastic teacher (and extremely patient). Really want to do this again but bring some friends with me to enjoy as well. Can't wait to see how may very angry Hare fired!
Penny O.
Cathy is one special person, she is a wonderful tutor, has amazing skill and any one that attends a workshop can be assured of unconditional assistance in a nurturing space.
trish M.
I have done 3 workshops with Cathy, not only do learn skills, you have beautiful pieces for your home. Can't wait to do more workshops!
Sue F.
Thank you Cathy for a wonderful day. I made the frogmouth owl and am very impressed with my days work building him. The workshop was very friendly and our shared lunch was really yummy. Thank you for a great experience .. I would love to go another workshop soon.
Leanne W.
Hi Cathy Thank you for an amazing Foxy Lady Workshop. It was fantastic. Your willingness to share your work space and depth of knowledge is so appreciated. I would recommend your workshops. This is my third and they have all been incredible. Thank you
Karen R.
I recently did a bathing beauty workshop with Cathy and I thoroughly enjoyed it. It was my first time in years sculpting anything in clay, so I was a little unsure as to how I would manage with such a big piece! Cathy is an amazing teacher, she is patient and very helpful throughout the day making sure each and every student leaves with a beautiful piece that you are happy to display and show off. I would highly recommend her workshops to anyone!
Jackie W.
Loved every moment of the workshop. Cathy you are such a fantastic teacher lots of patience with your students and your creative ideas, just flow within the class.
Charity W.
Have learned so much from Cathy's wonderful workshops. She creates a calm, friendly place as well as leading through the sculpture of the day. Everyone creates their own version. This time we made cockatoos. One was black & the others sulphur crested beauties.
Robyn N.
A great workshop with a lovely bunch of ladies. Cathy was very patient and helpful. We had great food in Cathy's beautiful studio. Would happily recommend this workshop.
Jodi K.
Fabulous day with Cathy making Mr Fox. Exceeded expectations. Cathy is a fantastic tutor and amazing artist who helped with our unique creations. Thank-you 😍
Sue M.
Amazing day with an amazing artist. Great fir a novice like myself, can’t wait to do more classes
Tanya C.
Another superbly creative workshop with Cathy, a caring supportive teacher! Love spending the day in great company in a calm environment. I'll be back again.
Robyn N.
A great workshop. The space was so well set up and organised for the workshop. A great day with a variety of different sculptures being made. Cathy was gentle and helpful. Enjoyed the company of the others who were friendly and supportive. Would definitely recommend this workshop.
Roseann S.
Loved every moment of the Bathing Beauty Workshop, thank you Cathy :)
Kelly V.
Had a great time as usual at one of Cathy's workshops. Love the lady I created - with lots of help and advice from Cathy. Will definitely be back for another class 😀
Gail D.
Well worth the trip from Brisbane. A very pleasant and informative day playing with mud. Cathy shares her extensive knowledge without question.
Jeanette B.
another great class, love them to bits.
Tanya C.
Fantastic day, so enjoyed it, thanks Cath.
Debbie S.
Thank you so much Cathy for a most memorable Bathing Beauties workshop. I’m am blown away with the result. I will certainly be returning to create another masterpiece.
Linda T.
Such an amazing day, with some amazing women. It was so interesting to learn how to put together my 'Winter Beauty' and see her personality come to life! Would thoroughly recommend a day spent with Cathy, creating something so beautiful out of a lump of clay! ????
Joanne S.
Fantastic workshop - didn’t think I could do it but under Cathy’s patient tuition I made a snugglebutt - which I am so proud of ! Thanks so much Cathy
Gail E.
Great fun workshop, beautiful studio. Cathy is an excellent teacher and very patient. Highly recommend her workshops.
Denise G.
Thoroughly enjoyed the day! Cathy was great and I am very pleased with my bathing beauty.
Pat W.
On Saturday I attended a Inner Goddess Workshop at Fried Mudd in Noosaville. It was a fantastic day with an amazing group of ladies. We all had different ideas of what we wanted to achieve for the day and with a block of clay and amazing support and guidance from Cathy our goddess's came to life. It was definitely a peaceful and productive day. Thanks so much Cathy x
Toni B.
Cathy's sculpture workshops are superb! She is a calm, patient and highly skilled sculptor and passes on her skills freely. The environment is conducive to enjoyment and creativity with soft music playing and the room is air conditioned. Cathy assists each person to complete their sculpture in their own unique style. I've attended a lot of her workshops and highly recommend them to both beginners and more advanced students.
Robyn N.
We had a fabulous time. Got our creative juices flowing once again. Love premises and Cathy could not be more accommodating and encouraging.
Kim S.
Simply amazing! Cathy is such a great teacher. I had the best time
Colleen N.
Thank you Cathy for a wonderfully creative workshop! I enjoyed watching my sculpture grow and become what I wanted to achieve. The amazing interior design you have established for the creative space is stimulating and vibrant! Your assistance during the process was so helpful and the fact that you demonstrated showed the process with clarity.Thank you!
Helen L.
Loved my pottery workshop, I've signed up for another - great company, great support and assistance and wonderful artwork for sale as well!
Lyndal B.
What a fabulous day out. I had never experienced working with clay and Cathy made it seem easy. Highly recommend the experience. Thank you so much
Cheryl R.
Hi What an amazing workshop. Thank you Cathy for your wonderful teaching and support. I can not believe we accomplished so much. Looking forward to doing more workshops
Karen R.
Absolute best experience. I thoroughly enjoyed the day. Cath was super patient and made you feel confident with the piece we were working on. An incredible group of like-minded women. Fun day & highly recommend this to anyone. Value for money, I Would definitely do another class. Thankyou x
Deb M.
Another fun filled day. Cathy always makes sure that everyone gets her attention whether you are an experienced potter or a beginner. Each piece was unique and everyone enjoyed lots of laughter while creating their own masterpiece.
Fiona L.
| Workshop | Date | Time | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kookaburras and Frogmouth | 10-10-2026 | 09:30 | $235.00 |
| Spring Beauties | 23-10-2026 | 09:00 | $235.00 |
| Hares. Friday. 🐇 | 20-11-2026 | 09:30 | $235.00 |