01

Understanding Clay: Types, Textures & Temperatures

Begin with an engaging introduction to the different types of clay—terracotta, stoneware, porcelain—and what makes each one special.
You’ll learn about:

• How clay bodies differ in texture and plasticity

• Firing temperatures and their impact on strength and finish

• Everyday ceramic objects and the clay types behind them

This foundation helps you appreciate ceramics not just as art, but as a science rooted in nature.

03

Glazing Artistry - Colours, Textures & Finishes

You’ll get to see a curated selection of glazed ceramic artworks, each showcasing different techniques, effects, and finishes.
We discuss:

• How glazes are made

• What gives them colour and shine

• Glossy vs. matte vs. textured glazes

• How artists achieve special effects like crackles, speckles, and blends

This part inspires your sense of design while showing the immense creative possibilities within the ceramic medium.

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Exploring the Kiln - The Heart of Ceramic Making

Ever wondered how clay transforms into something strong, durable, and timeless?
You’ll learn:

• What a kiln is and why it’s essential

• The temperatures needed for terracotta, stoneware, and porcelain

• How firing cycles work

• What happens inside the kiln during firing

• Safety and craftsmanship behind kiln operation

Understanding the kiln gives you a true appreciation for the science and skill behind ceramics.

02

The Beautiful Journey of Clay: Transformation Through Stages

We walk you through the magical life cycle of clay, from the moment you touch it to the moment it becomes a finished ceramic piece.
You’ll explore:

• Soft clay: shaping and forming

• Leather-hard stage: carving and refining

• Bone-dry stage: the fragile raw sculpture

• The firing process: how heat transforms clay into stone

• Final glazing and the second firing

This section brings a deep understanding of the patience, craftsmanship, and intention behind every piece of ceramics you’ve ever seen.

04

Live Demonstration on the Potter’s Wheel

Watch clay come alive as we demonstrate the entire wheel-throwing process:

• Centering

• Opening

• Pulling

• Shaping

You’ll see how a simple ball of clay can become a bowl, vase, or cup through rhythm, technique, and flow.

And then you get to try the wheel yourself — a relaxing, grounding, and addictive experience that most participants call the highlight of the session.

06

Handbuilt Sculpting Session - Create With Your Hands

In addition to the wheel, you’ll also explore handbuilding, one of the oldest pottery techniques in the world.
You’ll learn to create forms using:

• Pinching

• Coiling

• Slab-building

This gives you the freedom to sculpt organic shapes, figurines, tiles, or small objects—guided step-by-step by our instructors.