Description
Course Outline
MONDAY- Pottery on Wheels (1.5 hrs) : Introduction to pottery on wheel :- In this session, kids will learn the basic principles of working with a pottery wheel. They’ll be introduced to techniques such as centering the clay, pulling up walls, and shaping vessels. Through hands-on practice, they’ll gain an understanding of how to manipulate the clay to create various forms.
TUESDAY-Handbuilding (1.5 hrs) : Introduction to Handbuilding :- Handbuilding is a technique that involves shaping clay using only the hands and simple tools. Kids will learn how to roll, coil, and pinch clay to create a variety of shapes and forms. They’ll explore the versatility of handbuilding and experiment with different textures and designs.
WEDNESDAY-Slabbing Technique (1.5 hrs): Learn the slabbing technique and also learn to use the slab machine :- Slabbing involves rolling out flat sheets of clay and then cutting and assembling them to construct three-dimensional forms. Kids will learn how to roll out even slabs of clay, cut shapes, and join pieces together to build structures such as boxes, tiles, or sculptures.
THURSDAY-Coiling Technique (1.5 hrs) : Learn the pinching technique and pinch and build your own pot :- Coiling is a method of building pottery by stacking coils of clay on top of each other and then smoothing them together to create solid forms. Children will discover how to roll consistent coils, stack them to build height, and blend them seamlessly to create vessels or sculptures with organic shapes.
FRIDAY-Pinching Technique (1.5 hrs): Learn coiling technique + Trimming and Carving Techniques :- Pinching is a simple yet versatile handbuilding technique where clay is shaped by pinching and squeezing it between fingers. Kids will explore how to manipulate the clay to create bowls, cups, or other vessels by gradually pinching and shaping the clay into desired forms.
Each lesson will be guided by our experienced instructor who will provide demonstrations, individual guidance, and feedback to help children master each technique and unleash their creativity. Through these lessons, kids will not only learn the technical skills of pottery but also develop their artistic expression and imagination.
Hey there! Don’t worry about packing anything for our workshop at Bedia Pottery Studio. Your workshop fee already covers all the supplies you’ll need. And guess what? We’ll have one of our comfy Bedia aprons ready for you to wear, so you can jump right into the fun without any fuss. Just show up, relax, and let’s get creative together! 🎨✨
At Bedia Pottery Studio, we offer Free Firing & DIY Glazing as part of our workshop experience.
After your creation has dried for about 2 weeks, we’ll place it in our kiln for its initial firing, known as a bisque fire, reaching temperatures of 1000 degrees. This process typically takes around 24 hours.
Once your piece has cooled down, we’ll reach out to schedule a time for you to visit the studio and apply your chosen glazes. We have a wide array of beautiful colors available for you to use, all included in your workshop ticket price.
After glazing, we’ll fire your piece once again to set the glaze, making it waterproof and food-safe.
We understand that good things take time, but remember, this entire process is optional! If you prefer, you’re more than welcome to take your creation home to air dry instead. We want to ensure your pottery experience is tailored to your preferences.
We can’t wait to welcome you to our fabulous new studio!!
You can find us at Warehouse 10, Al Khayat Avenue, Al Quoz 1, Dubai. We’re right in the midst of the art street in Al Quoz, making it super easy to spot and get to.
If you’re driving, there’s street parking aplenty nearby. But if public transport is more your style, no worries! We’re conveniently located close to On-Passive & Equity Metro Stations and also to Al Quoz bus station, so hopping on a bus is a breeze.
Just search for “pottery workshops near me” to find our studio, or keep an eye out for the vibrant energy of our space in the heart of Dubai. We’re eagerly looking forward to welcoming you!
FAQ
No, due to safety concerns, we do not allow children of that age to use the pottery wheel. Our workshops are designed for older participants who can safely handle the equipment.
Unfortunately, no. It typically takes 1-2 weeks for us to dry and bisque fire your pieces. After that, you’ll need to return for the glazing session. If time constraints prevent you from attending the glazing session, we can apply a transparent glaze to your pieces to make them shiny and food-safe. Once they’re ready, you can collect them from our studio.
Currently, we don’t have specific offers for Emirates Platinum Card, Essad, or Fazza members as we are a new studio. However, we’re in the process of working with banks to bring you some fantastic deals soon! Your support means a lot to us, and we can’t wait to share exciting offers with you in the near future.
We do not offer home delivery services for the final artwork. However, you are welcome to collect your pieces from our studio once they are ready.
Yes, we can accommodate that. We’ll keep your pieces here for a maximum of two months. After that, there will be an additional charge of AED 1 dirham for storage fees.
Yes, you can bring your toddler to the studio, provided that there is someone available to take care of them during the workshop.
