Four Week Ceramics Course

This place is a little bit of heavenly calm in North London. Martha and Sophie are knowledgeable, helpful and great teachers. Would highly recommend for some brilliant creative fun.

Great course with great teachers!!

Such a great class. Martha is a wonderful instructor who will help you as much or as little as you need. You have the freedom to make anything you want with excellent guidance

A complete beginner coming into a very warm welcoming atmosphere. A small group with a good teacher and the opportunity to quickly get really involved in becoming creative very quickly.

I have really enjoyed the classes run by Sophie and Martha. It’s been a great introduction to pottery, in a relaxing and helpful atmosphere.

Loooove Studio1Ceramics! A beautiful space with lovely people ♥️ Martha is so professional and kind! I will definitely come back!

Really lovely, friendly classes! Great atmosphere for all levels of pottery experience. It's excellent value for a pottery class, which is one of the reasons I keep coming back for more!

So good to be back at class, in a wonderful new studio. Martha’s a great teacher, the company is always friendly and inspiring. My happy place.

Love these classes! Great teacher, classes, and the new studio is cool (v. NY loft vibes). Highly recommend!

The studio is absolutely lovely and Martha is super knowledgeable and welcoming. Being there transports me to a place of peace and creativity. Highly recommend it!

I've been going for over a year now and am really enjoying it, but need to start making things over than avocado dishes!

I’ve been attending these classes for several years and love everything about making pots and things with Martha and Sophie. I’ve learnt skills I never thought I could master, it’s my creative expression and my weekly therapy, I’ve found the kindest and most supportive friends. I still get a thrill from seeing something I’ve made come out of kiln and I get inspiration from fellow classmates’ creations. just brilliant!

This is an unmissable place for creating and making friends . The studio is large and bright and Martha is welcoming and open to all your ideas . I’ve been attending Martha’s classes for a few years and has become part of my life. It really is a fantastic place .

Lovely friendly classes as always - Martha and Sophie are great teachers, suggesting possibilities and teaching new skills while making lots of space for creativity to flourish. Give it a go - you'll be amazed at what you find yourself making!

Very friendly studio - makes you feel empowered to experiment and not silly when you make mistakes. Have just started a second 4 week course, and would highly recommend for anyone else!

Friendly and knowledgeable studio

Very friendly class, gently and expertly guided.

Consistently fantastic . Another evening of creativity, friendship and excellent tutorship by Martha.

Would highly recommend this to someone wanting to learn how to work with clay! Super supportive and creative environment

Great class, strikes the perfect balance between teaching techniques and leaving you to experiment.

Excellent as always which is why Martha’s classes are full with old comers. Going to Martha’s classes soon becomes part of your lifestyle .

What a magical experience. I learned so much with Martha and Sophie. They are both extremely talented, passionate and supportive to a newbie. The course was a birthday gift from my sons. I've loved it do much they booked me some more. Do come, explore and create with Studio One Ceramics.

I'm super glad I took the plunge to try out the 4 week ceramic course! I had my first session last week and I absolutely enjoyed it! Martha is super lovely. Her demonstrations on techniques and explanations are so clear. The studio atmosphere is so relaxed too! I highly recommend taking a course with her!

Lovely friendly class as always - Martha is so good at providing support and inspiration and making space for everyone's creativity to flourish, whether you are a complete beginner or have lots of experience.

Staring the new school year with another wonderful class. Thanks Martha

Such a relaxing and fun class. You learn all the basics but are encouraged to play around and get creative. I am enjoying it a lot and will book again once I'm done this month's classes!

Wonderful class as always - Martha and Sophia are great teachers, always happy to demonstrate techniques and give advice or let you get on with projects. Lovely to be able to try different clays and glazes, and see the amazing pieces other people make. Highly recommended.

I’m a long-term repeat booker to Martha’s classes. It’s my happy place! I’ve learnt so much and made some wonderful pots I never dreamed I could make. I’ve also made some wonderful friends. I do worry that the economic climate is so difficult for small businesses like Studio1 Ceramics and urge anyone who is thinking about booking to take the plunge if they can.

Wonderful course! I learnt so many new skills and developed an absolute addiction for doing ceramics! I'll definitely be back for more.

I absolutely love this class. I have never done ceramics before signing up. I enrolled for 4 weeks and signed up for more after only 2 sessions. Martha has been a wonderful teacher, she is really supportive to everyone regardless of experience and explains techniques and processes well. She encourages me to explore ideas and helped me to achieve them. I could not recommend her classes more! ❤️

Brilliant Class - Martha lets us try a whole section of materials an techniques over time, so we can try new ideas each week.

Great class as always! Martha is great at supporting everyone with all sorts of projects - we had bowls, sculptures, bird baths and jugs going ahead in class. There's the chance to experiment with different clays and a good variety of glazes. I always enjoy this class so much and looking forward to being back next week.

Such a delightful class. This was my second time attending the course and almost everyone else was a repeat customer as well - that tells you something about how great it is. With Martha’s expertise, I’ve been able to really explore the world of ceramics and the possibilities. I’ve learned a LOT since I joined and am completely in love with hand building. The opportunities are endless when you have someone like Martha to advise you. 100% recommend and will probably sign up for another in the future!

I've learned so much through these classes, Martha is as helpful and enthusiastic as she is amazingly talented and creative. I have repeatedly booked as the sessions are a really relaxing and calm refuge in the week, where in can play in the mud and make anything I fancy

I've learned so much through these classes, Martha is as helpful and enthusiastic as she is amazingly talented and creative. I have repeatedly booked as the sessions are a really relaxing and calm refuge in the week, where in can play in the mud and make anything I fancy

I've learned so much through these classes, Martha is as helpful and enthusiastic as she is amazingly talented and creative. I have repeatedly booked as the sessions are a really relaxing and calm refuge in the week, where in can play in the mud and make anything I fancy

I've learned so much through these classes, Martha is as helpful and enthusiastic as she is amazingly talented and creative. I have repeatedly booked as the sessions are a really relaxing and calm refuge in the week, where in can play in the mud and make anything I fancy

I've learned so much through these classes, Martha is as helpful and enthusiastic as she is amazingly talented and creative. I have repeatedly booked as the sessions are a really relaxing and calm refuge in the week, where in can play in the mud and make anything I fancy

I've learned so much through these classes, Martha is as helpful and enthusiastic as she is amazingly talented and creative. I have repeatedly booked as the sessions are a really relaxing and calm refuge in the week, where in can play in the mud and make anything I fancy

I've learned so much through these classes, Martha is as helpful and enthusiastic as she is amazingly talented and creative. I have repeatedly booked as the sessions are a really relaxing and calm refuge in the week, where in can play in the mud and make anything I fancy

I've learned so much through these classes, Martha is as helpful and enthusiastic as she is amazingly talented and creative. I have repeatedly booked as the sessions are a really relaxing and calm refuge in the week, where in can play in the mud and make anything I fancy

I absolutely love this course. I’m halfway through and ready to sign up for another (which I think is true for a lot of people- many of my classmates seem to be repeat visitors). Martha makes it easy and effortless to get started. It’s very no fuss. If you know what you want to do, she’ll guide you. If you want to just get stuck in, she’ll leave you to it (but check in occasionally). What you make is up to you! How you make it is up to you! Martha encourages trial and error, as well as trying new materials and techniques (another classmate is giving porcelain a go). The atmosphere is calm and you get absorbed in your work - though there is always a bit of banter! So far I’ve constructed a salt pig, salt spoon, hanging succulent pot, two sake glasses, and a butter bell. And I’m only on my second class! I can’t wait to go back. 100% love this course and love Martha and the studio.

Great class, nice chilled atmosphere. Lots of chatting with everyone, super friendly. Thanks Martha, really enjoyed the four weeks.

Great class, already planning the next one.

Fantastic classes with Martha. In fact the course was so good, I've signed up for more !

Really chill classes where you get a lot of freedom to do and learn what you want. Martha is very attentive and helps guide you whenever you need it. Everyone in the class is lovely too!

Such a lovely class. Martha gives just the right amount of advice in each session so you feel fully supported in whatever creations you’re making. A lovely way to spend an evening!

I love going to the class. It is friendly and welcoming and you are helped to make whatever you want to make and guided with the options to achieve what you want to do. Tutors are great!

LOVE this course! Martha is so friendly and helpful... and so satisfying to create and produce such beautiful ceramics by the end of the class! Thank You Martha! 🙏👏🏼🤗👍🏼

I booked a month course and went back and booked another 2 months straight away! Very relaxed and fun environment. I do not consider myself a creative person but was given support and ideas, as well as space to experiment, and was really surprised by what I made. Sophia is a great teacher. A very enjoyable part of my week.

Fantastic class. Still learning something new every time though I’ve been coming for a long time. Great inspiration from Martha and Sophie and fellow classmates.

Loved the session! Lots of freedom to be creative and do what inspires you with support from Martha! Well worth a try!

It is amazing! You can do a lot of things in enjoyable way. It is perfect to create something! Martha is so helpful and supportive. Book a class and have fun.

This is my third time attending the Weeknight Ceramics course and I've really enjoyed all my classes. Martha and Sophie are great teachers and good at knowing when we need help or a demonstration, and when to let us get on with things. The other class members are always friendly too and it's fun to see what they are making - we get inspiration from each other too. I've learned something different every time and looking forward to what comes out of the kiln this month!

Great fun, informative and friendly !

Brilliant class... love that after a few basic instructions, tutor helps and encourages everyone to make something they really want to create! Thanks Martha... another enjoyable session... can’t wait to make Xmas pressies and decorations!

I love coming to this class. Great studio, lots of inspiration from Martha and others on course. Very therapeutic as well as useful.

It was amazing! Martha is very helpful. You can learn many techniques to do different things such as jugs, cups, plates, pots etc. It is like therapy to refresh your mind and produce something new for your loved ones.

I can't recommend this pottery class enough, it's been an oasis of calm during my week, as well as an opportunity to make things with my own hands, which is a joy I had forgotten about. Martha has created a class space is relaxed and welcoming, she is encouraging and helpful, as well as creating an atmosphere where you can feel comfortable enough to try things out. The small numbers of students means there are lots of opportunities to ask questions and try techniques, and seems to welcome both experienced and novice potters. It's amazing to see how unique and inspiring all the different students are and the atmosphere is really supportive. You definitely deserve to give it a try.

A pleasure, would recommend for weeknight courses

Have become an old timer now because I love it so much! Martha and Sophia guide and let you experiment in equal parts. The two hours there is best part of my week. Would recommend!

ABSOLUTELY LOVED THIS opportunity to extend my modelling with plasticine into some proper ceramic work... Martha is a great teacher... very patient and fully supportive of any creative ideas. Came away with four beautiful ceramic pieces that I would happily have bought in a craft market.... and met some lovely people ... all calmly and creatively working together to produce beautiful, personal ceramic pieces. Can’t wait to book my next four sessions.... and make some lovely personalised Christmas presents!

really relaxed informal class, mix of new and regular friendly people returning to take part. You are shown a few key techniques and you are given the freedom to create the objects that you like in this class.

A lovely class with a friendly tutor. I can't wait to go back next week!

Martha is a very helpful teacher, always explaining things clearly while being patient with all my questions! She helped me explore creating ceramics beyond the bog-standard pot, which I really appreciated. The class also has a really nice and relaxed atmosphere, perfect for unwinding after a day of work and mucking in.

Martha is a great teacher, and the classes have a warm and relaxed atmosphere - perfect for some post-work creativity! Will definitely be returning for more sessions.

Brilliant class - highly recommended!

Love it! So much fun. A really enjoyable class in a beautiful setting. Martha is wonderful teacher and fun and informative presence. I'd recommend this course highly.

Fantastic as always. The new studio is bright and spacious. Martha’s teaching and expertise is individually tailored to each participant’s needs, whether beginner or experienced.

So wonderful to be able to continue learning ceramics in these turbulent times. The new studio is fantastic with new equipment and plenty of room to social distance.

Great experience in the studio!

This is my second set of classes with Martha, and I love the new space, lots of room on the large tables to be able to spread out and work. As always Martha is a great teacher!

I loved all my classes. Martha is a wonderful teacher.

So lovely to be back. Outside classes particularly enjoyable. Looking forward to the new venue.

Had a lovely class once again with Studio1ceramics. We were able to do it outdoors due to Covid, which turned out to be great.

I really enjoy the class and even more so since it is outside with lots more space. Martha is always on hand for a bit of help or guidance and you can make what you like. I really missed it during lockdown.

Very relaxed class. We’ve been sitting outside the studio in the summer evenings. There’s even a cafe in the same space so you can have a glass of wine or a hot choc late while you play. Martha is on hand to help you out if needed but is happy to let you get on with your creative flow.

Lovely teacher and great atmosphere!

Brilliant course. I’m a serial booker now and really enjoy acquiring the skills to make my own ceramic creations. Lovely relaxed atmosphere, great advice and inspiration.

Yes really enjoyable again. 4 weeks goes too quickly. Martha is great and lets you do what you want and gives advice when needed, provides a warm drink and washes up the equipment too which is fab!

Great course with the freedom to work on own project. The class is small enough that we all felt like we had enough attention. And I loved the results, I’ll defo be back again in the summer!

What a wonderful way to spend and evening. Martha is skilled and knowledgable and it shows because of the improvements I have made over weeks. Thank you!

I did a bit of pottery back in my school days and was really keen to get back into the practice. Martha's ceramics course certainly delivered! The classes take place in a quaint studio within a 2-minute walk of Wood Green station. Martha is incredibly patient and tailors her teaching to suit the needs of each to person. I met incredible people and learned so much over the 4-week course...coil pots, pinch pots and ended up making a baby penguin sculpture! I've booked another 4 classes and can't wait to add to the collection. I highly recommend Martha's classes so don't delay...they are very popular!

Great course that I keep coming back to. You can develop your ceramics skills as and how you want to, and Martha will guide you.

It was such a pleasure spending Monday evenings doing this class! Martha was lovely and helpful, she gave as much guidance as you wanted and helped us create lovely stuff. I’m definitely going back for more!

Such great fun I'd like to do it all over again! Amazing way to get creative, lovely small group, relaxed environment and wonderful teacher.

By far one of the best places to get creative in North London. Get teacher, and great space!

I have learnt so much in these classes about hand-building techniques and glazing. Martha is a fabulous teacher. Thank you!

Very enjoyable, nice group of people and Martha was great! Cute studio, just what the doctor ordered :)

I learnt loads of different techniques and lots about ceramics in general. Martha is lovely - super enthusiastic, you can never ask too many questions, and she's really keen to help you. The space is great - cosy and full of interesting things. It's also in a good location really close to public transport, and with nice places for socialising nearby. There were 5 of us in the class, 3 of whom had done courses with Martha before, and I'll definitely be going back.

Had a wonderful time with Martha learning about pottery and working on improving my technique. Thank you!

Studio 1 is a really cute, super relaxed and welcoming space for a weekly check-in to escape busy city life. Martha is warm and whitty and has all the fruit teas you can dream of. The small classes of 5 mean that it's not overwhelming for first timers like myself and means that everyone has guidance and attention enough to feel competent enough to work individually, whilst chatting and getting to know the other students. This is a really great taster course which left me feeling proud of the work I had produced and curious to explore ceramics further.

I got this course as a present for my girlfriends birthday and we both went. It was absolutely brilliant. Martha is fab, hands on when you need her but gives you space and freedom to make anything you want. Highly recommended!

Just such a great course and I keep rebooking and rebooking...

I always really enjoy going and like you that you can choose what you want to make yourself but still get guidance on how to do it. Martha is always lovely even when she has been very busy!

Overall great course; studio is very nice and cosy with a lot of work to be inspired by. Martha is a great teacher, very attentive and explains all the techniques very well...my absolute favorite being building with 'sausages' :P There is very nice atmosphere and the fact that the classes are not big is that everyone get's the opportunity to discuss their own projects and have things explained multiple times if needed. Plus is good to be able to interact with other course takers. I highly recommend this studio; I've taken 8 classes for far and would be coming back for more if i didn't move south.

Really enjoyed the classes and learnt a lot in a short space of time. The atmosphere is really lovely and lots of great conversations amongst the small group which made it feel really relaxing for a Thursday evening activity. Martha is a great teacher and being surrounded by her work is inspiring. I will definitely be booking again!

Great teacher and great friendly class

This was my second booking - just a lovely, relaxing and creative way to spend time. Martha is positive and helpful...definitely recommend coming!

Great course Martha is a brilliant teacher! Hope to come back again soon

Martha is super knowledgeable, and the style of the course is good if you want the flexibility to explore and experiment, but with expert guidance on hand.

Really lovely class, Martha is a great teacher. Enjoyed it thoroughly! Hope to rebook at some point in the future. Thanks Martha!

Great teacher and a fun class

Fun, friendly, free to make what you want and fab guidance oh and a hot drink too!

Great super helpful teacher, terrific facilities with a relaxed atmosphere conducive to learning and enjoyment. Would recommend to anyone from complete beginners to folks who are very experienced, Martha's sessions were brilliant for all of us.

Fab course!

Martha was a very good, skilled teacher, who created a relaxed, productive atmosphere. Explanations were clear, help was always available, and even in this very short course, everybody was able to produce interesting and pleasing work. Thanks.

Great course in a small group. Marta is very knowledgeable and helpful. Will be coming back!:)

Coming to learn pottery here has become my little haven. Love it so much and can see I am improving. Wonderful teacher and it's great meeting lovely people.

Brilliant class and teacher

What a fabulous course. I had never done ceramics before and Martha explained what to do but encouraged us to explore our own creative ideas. Ut was a small group and a really relaxing way to spend Tuesday evenings - will definitely book again!

Relaxed and fun class, great way to spend the evening.

Great class, great teacher

Just so addictive and great for everyone, at any level. Martha is great at helping you progress.

Martha is a brilliant teacher and helps you develop!

Martha is a fantastic teacher with a lovely sense of humour. I learnt so much in just 4 weeks. The whole experience was an oasis of calm in an otherwise hectic world. I found my bliss.

Fantastic class and a fun activity. Martha is a great teacher.

Chance to learn something new in a very lovely relaxed atmosphere.

These are brilliant classes, perfect for total beginners or anyone with experience. Studio1 is a lovely cosy studio close to Wood Green tube station. Martha goes above and beyond to make everyone welcome and to help them to achieve their ideas. I’ve learnt so much. I’ve been to several courses and will definitely be booking again!

I just love Martha's courses. From never having done any ceramics, I've found that I really like it! With Martha's help, this course is really something for all abilities. I can't recommend it highly enough.

I had the best time with Martha, she really is a great teacher. I’ll definatly be back!

It is a really small class, which is nice as you get the help you need. Is really fun class and therapeutic.

I have been attending these classes since January and I love them! Martha is such a brilliant teacher with such creative ideas. I find the classes very therapeutic and can’t wait to sign up again in December!

100% recommend this course to anyone!

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It’s so lovely to spend a weekday evening getting creative after a long week at work. The classes are small and super sociable. Martha will help you create your ideas with clay in this relaxing environment.

This class was so much fun. Martha is great at helping you bring your ideas of what you want to create to life

This was a great course. Really good value too. Martha is a patient and generous teacher and I think most of our class is coming back to book more classes. The venue was nice with lots of work around to inspire. Definitely signing up again in the future.

Martha is a wonderful teacher. I thoroughly enjoyed working in her inviting studio and spending the time learning hand-building techniques. The 2 hours just fly by.

Great atmosphere, great teacher. Hope to go to more classes.

Just love coming here. A little haven in Wood Green. You learn as you go along, get help when you ask for it, meet nice people etc. And get more ideas of what to do which makes you wanna come back for another month!

I'm almost embarrassed to leave another review as this is my 3rd course with Martha!! The fact that I've booked a 4-week course 3 times should be testament enough to just how great this is. If you see a space on one of her courses - book it quick!!

Have been coming to this class for a few months now. I would truly recommend it to anyone who wants to try their hand at ceramics. Also Martha is just the best teacher 👌🏻

Great time with nice people, the workshop was worth every penny, Martha is a very good teacher.Thank you

I love these classes! Martha is a great teacher - very calm, experienced and knowledgable. I find the classes very therapeutic and I love the fact it is always a small class (5 ppl max) meaning Martha has a lot of time for each of us. I’ve been going on and off since January and will continue going for a long time.

Super fun class with Martha - great way to learn various ceramics techniques.

Thank you, Martha for the two amazing, relaxed courses. Will definitely be attending again in autumn.

I just can’t stop making ceramics!!

My second ceramics course with Martha - think I'll be booking a third!! She's a great teacher and the space is so lovely. Would really recommend. Lots of advice on how to make my ideas come to life, and so many glazes etc to choose from!!

2 weeks into the 4 weeks course and I've already decided to book onto another one. Love it - great guidance with an opportunity to create your own thing.

Loved my four week course with Martha. She was a great teacher who gave loads of tips and ideas but lots of freedom to try out all our ideas. Would highly recommend

I initially took a taster session with Martha, and enjoyed it so much I signed up for the evening ceramics course! Martha is an awesome teacher with incredible patience. She provides as much (or as little) guidance as you need, and is willing to work with the ideas you bring. It was a joy to spend evenings learning and creating at studio1ceramics!

Martha's a great tutor and the studio is such a lovely space. Booking onto another course right this minute!!

Great teacher, great course!

I have been going to this class for x3 months now and I completely love spending a weekday evening being creative in such a nice environment. We all sit and have a chat with a coffee and be as creative as we want with clay 😍😍😍😍

Enjoyed the course very much. Martha is very relaxed about what you might want to do, assuming it can realistically be achieved. The space is small and 5 is a bit of a squeeze, but all the people I was there with were nice and got on with their own pieces of work. My friend and I made very different things and Martha is good at throwing around ideas so you can get as close as you can to what you want to make. A good 4 evenings, and I probably could have done with one more week!

Really enjoyable and satisfying course - perfect if you want to learn the basics and complete your own projects. Less a formal step-by-step course, more about helping you to inspire/realise your own creative ideas.

I loved this course. Its a lovely little studio with a great, talented teacher. I will be booking more sessions.

Great course. Small groups so it’s really cosy and you get time with the teacher. First class is techniques, following 3 classes are to work on your own projects with support if you need. :)

I love this class! I’m going again. It’s truly the most enjoyable way to spend a Tuesday evening

Really enjoyed this course with the talented Martha

Martha was awesome and very open to answer questions and give cool ideas for our new proyects! I learn about the glazes and colors, also how to make new shapes.

Martha's a really helpful and relaxed teacher. She makes you feel at ease even when you're a complete beginner! The atmosphere is very informal and although the space is small, it works well and the group is always friendly. I would thoroughly recommend Martha's classes! Louise Palmer

I cannot tell you how much I have enjoyed weeknight ceramics classes @ studio1ceramics. It is so fulfilling to have some creative downtime during the week and Martha is so amazing at helping you bring your ideas to life. I am going to join this class again and probably will continue going for the foreseeable future!!!!