Ceramic workshops

Workshop details

Location: Donore Harriers, Chapelizod, Dublin 20
Duration: 1–2 hours (making session), 1 hour (decorating)
Group size: 8–12 people
Price: €35 workshop / €25 decorating session
Techniques: Hand-building + optional pottery wheel use (2 wheels available)
All materials, tools, glazes, and firings included
Parking available onsite

Suitable for beginners and families.
Children under 6 are welcome but must be accompanied by a participating adult, with both holding a booked place.

Whether you’re trying ceramics for the first time, looking for a creative night out, or building a new hobby, this workshop offers a friendly, supportive introduction to working with clay.

What You’ll Make

During the 1–2 hour workshop (€35), you’ll create one to two ceramic pieces using traditional hand-building techniques such as pinching, slab-building, and simple sculpting.
If you’d like, you can also have a go on one of the two pottery wheels, depending on availability during the session.

Popular pieces include:

• Cups or beakers

• Small bowls or dishes

• Plates or trinket trays

• Planters

• Simple sculptural or decorative forms

You’ll shape your piece from raw clay, add texture or pattern, and refine the form with guidance throughout. After the session, your work will be dried and fired in the kiln.

If you return for the 1-hour decorating session (€25), you’ll decorate your fired piece with colour and surface detail. The studio will then apply a clear, food-safe glaze before the final firing. If you choose not to attend the decorating session, your pieces will be simply glazed by the studio.

FAQs

Do I need any experience?
No experience is needed. These workshops are beginner-friendly and fully guided.

How long is each session?

• Making session: 1–2 hours (€35)

• Decorating session: 1 hour (€25)

How many people are in each workshop?
Workshops are limited to 8–12 participants.

What’s included in the price?
All clay, tools, decoration materials, clear food-safe glaze, and all firings.

Can children attend?
Yes. Children under 6 must be accompanied by a participating adult, and both must have a booked place.

Can I attend more than one workshop?
Absolutely. You’re welcome to book multiple sessions to make additional pieces or return for decorating.

Can I use a pottery wheel?
Yes. Two pottery wheels are available for anyone who would like to try wheel throwing during the session. Wheel use is optional and shared, so time on the wheel may be limited.

When will my piece be ready to collect?
Finished pieces are usually ready 2–3 weeks after the final firing. You’ll be notified when your work is ready.

Are finished pieces food safe?
Yes. All functional pieces are finished with a clear, food-safe glaze.

What should I wear?
Comfortable clothes you don’t mind getting messy. Aprons are provided.

Is this suitable as a gift?
Yes — these workshops make a lovely gift.