Handbuilding Pottery in Singapore | Beginner Friendly Classes

Try Handbuilding in a Single Afternoon

Our introductory classes are perfect for beginners looking to start on their handbuilding journey. Embrace your creativity and craft personal works of art you can take home. 

Try out pottery with our 2-hour Handbuilding Touchy Feely Workshop, or if you’re looking for something more in-depth, consider our Handbuilding Slow Down and Make Course.

Pottery Group Bookings

If you’re looking for a fun group activity, your next corporate event, or even just to celebrate a special occasion, group bookings are available for as few as 2 people to groups as big as 10! We also offer special rates for group bookings, so contact us to find out more.

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Start Your Pottery Journey Today!

Located in the heart of Singapore, our pottery studio aspires to bring beginners and experienced potters looking to start or continue their journey into the craft of clay together. We offer both handbuilding and wheel throwing classes, and our studio is equipped with all the equipment, tools, and materials you will need.

Things You’ll Learn

Pinching

Pinching is a basic handbuilding technique that is fundamental to manipulating clay. You begin with a small ball of clay, and use your fingers to pinch the clay to form a shape.

Coiling

One of the three methods of handbuilding – coiling refers to stacking and joining cylindrical coils of clay to create larger, more complex or irregular shaped creations.

Slab Building

Learn the process of slab construction, which involves joining together flat sheets of clay cut to specific shapes and sizes.

Adding Texture

Add personal touches to a clay piece by etching or carving unique textures onto your craft with different tools.

Handbuilding Tools

Learn the functions and use of a variety of simple tools with handbuilding techniques to help create the artwork you want, such as a banding wheel, rolling pin, etc.

Firing

In the final process of clay-making, learn the different stages of firing to turn your clay piece into a beautiful ceramic work of art to take home.

How to Sign Up for Our Handbuilding Pottery Courses

  • Online Payment

    • Click on the course that you’d like to attend
    • Select your preferred time
    • Proceed to Check Out page
    • At the checkout page, complete your payment using your preferred online payment method.

  • Store Credits (Enjoy discounts!)

    • Buy store credits in bulk
    • You will be prompted to create an account
    • Login on the website with your account
    • Click on the course you’d like to attend
    • Select your preferred time
    • Proceed to Check Out page
    • At the checkout page, select “Use Credits” to complete your checkout.

Who Can Take Our Handbuilding Classes?

Everyone! Our pottery classes don’t have any prerequisites, we welcome anyone interested in the art of pottery. Our classes are for:

  • Complete beginners
  • Experienced ceramic artists

Whether you’re new to the craft or already experienced, we are always eager for inspired creatives to join our community space, and help each other in our curiosity and creativity.

Meet Your Instructors

Our instructors are seasoned practitioners with hands-on experience, bringing real-world knowledge and an up-to-date understanding of the latest trends in pottery. 

They go beyond textbook teachings, offering insights from their personal creative journeys and practical expertise, ensuring you learn skills that are both relevant and deeply rooted in the art of pottery.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which handbuilding class is suitable for me?

Those interested in handbuilding can sign up for our Handbuilding Touchy Feely Workshop, where you'll spend an afternoon learning and practicing the basics of the craft!

For enthusiasts who are looking for a more in-depth course, you can take our Handbuilding Slow Down and Make Course. In 4 weeks, you will be taken through the foundations of handbuilding to glazing over good conversations and bring home at least 3 of your clay crafts!

Can I bring home my creations?

Yes, you can bring home the pieces made during classes! Participants in our Handbuilding Touchy Feely Workshop and Wheel Throwing Taster Class will be able to take home one glaze-fired pottery piece, while students in our First Steps - Wheel Throwing Course can bring home up to six of their creations. Your completed pieces can be collected after 4 weeks.

Additional pieces can also be fired and glazed at an additional cost of $10.00 SGD per piece.

Is handbuilding difficult?

Handbuilding is considered one of the easier and beginner-friendly ways to enter into the world of pottery! But although it is more accessible, advanced techniques can be difficult to learn so slow down, and with ample practice, you will master it.

What is the difference between handbuilding and wheel throwing?

Wheel throwing is the use of a potter’s wheel in creating ceramics, shaping clay into a vessel or other inspired pieces. This allows you to create pieces that are more symmetrical and polished but is considered a more intricate craft with a steeper learning curve.

Handbuilding, on the other hand, is the creation of ceramics with clay formed by your own hands. Although the final pieces can look a bit rough, especially if it's your first time, their principles are easy to learn and you can craft a half-decent piece on your first try.

Handbuilding is also good for people who want to try out ceramics for the first time, as it gives you a lot of fundamental hands-on experience working with clay. Check out our Hand Building classes!

What do I need to bring and wear to my handbuilding pottery class?

Wear casual and comfortable clothing you won’t mind getting wet and dirty with clay! We would also recommend removing any dangling jewelry on your person before conducting any pottery activity, as well as wear closed-toe shoes in our studio for safety reasons. We also suggest trimming your nails before class so as to not obstruct your process when handling clay.

Am I allowed to reschedule my class?

Yes, you can reschedule up to 48 hours before your next class. This is done via the customer portal in your booking email. Maximum extension period for rescheduling is 30 days from the original date of booking. Strictly non-refundable in cash once the booking has been confirmed.

What if I need to cancel my class?

Our cancellation policy is as follows:

  • Cancellations made 7 days or more before the class: 100% sen credit.
  • Cancellations made within 7 days of the class: 50% sen credit.
  • Cancellations made within 48 hours of the class: No refunds.