Workshops · Beginners welcome
Come with empty hands.
We have the clay.
A short demonstration, plenty of time at the bench, and help when the clay does not cooperate. Materials, tools, aprons, glazes, and firing are included.
01 · For a first try
First steps at the wheel
Three hours to find out why centering looks easy until you try it.
We start with a demonstration and prepared balls of clay. Then you take a wheel: center, open the form, and pull up the walls. Most people make a small bowl or cup. Almost everyone collapses something first.
Get settled
A short look around the studio, an apron, and an explanation of the tools.
Learn the gesture
We demonstrate centering and opening, then stay close while you try it yourself.
Choose what to keep
Select up to two pieces. We dry, fire, glaze, and fire them again for you.
- No experience or equipment needed
- Clay, tools, apron, glazes, and two firings included
- Wear clothes that can get splashed and shoes with closed toes
02 · For slower making
Hand-building afternoon
No wheel, no spinning—just clay, simple tools, and four hours at the table.
We show you pinch, coil, and slab construction, then help you choose a realistic project. A bowl, a planter, or a small sculptural piece all work. You will learn how thick to build, how to make a join hold, and when to stop fussing with the surface.
Try the techniques
Make small test forms before choosing your project.
Build your piece
Work at your own pace with help on structure, joins, and finish.
Choose a glaze
Leave the work with us. We handle drying, glazing, and both firings.
- Suitable for complete beginners
- One or two pieces, depending on size and drying time
- Bring ideas if you have them; we will help you choose what is manageable
03 · For two people
A table for two
A private session, two places at the bench, and a small set of tableware to take home later.
Book with a friend, partner, or family member. Using slabs and simple forms, each of you makes a plate and a bowl. We work by hand rather than on the wheel, so you can talk, look at each other’s work, and take your time.
Make a plate
Shape the clay, settle it into a form, and finish the rim.
Make a bowl
Build a companion piece and add texture or a simple mark if you like.
Pick your palette
Choose matching or contrasting glazes from the current studio selection.
- Private instruction for two
- Materials and firing for up to four pieces
- No previous pottery experience needed
Request a place
Tell us when you would like to come.
Email the workshop name, the number of people, and one or two dates that suit you. We will reply with availability and the exact price. Your place is confirmed only when we have agreed the details in writing.
No payment is taken on this website. Any cancellation or rescheduling terms will be provided before you pay.
Before you book
A few useful answers
When will my pieces be ready?
Two weeks is typical after the final making session, but thick work, slow drying, or a full kiln can add time. We will email when your pieces are ready to collect.
What should I wear?
Clothes that can get dusty or splashed, closed-toe shoes, and sleeves you can roll up. Short nails make wheel work easier. We provide aprons and tools.
Do I need any experience?
No. These three formats are designed for beginners. If you already make pottery, tell us what you have tried and we can give you more room to work independently.
Can you host a larger private group?
Ask us. Include the number of people and what you have in mind. We will tell you whether the studio can accommodate the group without everyone waiting for equipment.
Will every piece survive the kiln?
We handle work carefully, but clay can crack during drying or firing and glazes can behave unpredictably. We cannot guarantee a particular result. If something goes wrong, we will explain what happened and discuss the options with you.