In-person classes
Hand building pottery - Pinch, coil and slab building
5(51 reviews)
Join us for a fun, creative, and relaxing evening to explore 3 hand-building techniques pinching, coiling, and slab-building. Stockwell
In-person
from £36 pp
2hrs 30min
Beginner
What happens in this class?
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FAQs
Can I join in at any level?
Yes, you can join in at any level.
Can I receive my finished piece on the same day as the workhshop?
No, as we need to glaze and fire it.
When will I receive my finished piece?
We will post it to you within one month after your finished session.
Do I have to pay extra for the postage?
No, it's included in the price!
Latest Reviews
5(51 reviews)
Emma - 24 November 2024
A really nice way to spend an afternoon !!
After walking through the city to a beautiful space we were met with our teacher for the afternoon Daisy.
What a lovely, friendly and approachable young lady who guided us through the basics of making thumb pots, coil pots, and sharing techniques to making flat sheets of clay and how to join these successfully, and various other tips.
This was held in a calm and relaxing atmosphere, where everyone felt comfortable to give it a go !
Daisy calmly assisted and taught a varied group of students with different degrees of talent and shared and demonstrated her knowledge throughout the day.
An absolute credit to Art4space.
I thoroughly recommend this course to take the first steps into pottery or to brush up on those key skills and to generally have a very wholesome time !!
Gill - 22 November 2024
Fab evening making pots. Really good set up and excellent instruction. Would love to do another class.
Ella - 11 November 2024
The class was enjoyable from start to finish: John was knowledgable, supportive and really good fun. Would recommend for friends and couples!
Booking Options
2hrs 30min class1 class
from £36
Private BookingFor groups of 6 to 30 guests
£54
5-week sessions£20 saving. For bigger projects You will have a stamp card so no need to use in consecutive weeks within six months. Runs every 14 days on Thursday nights.
£180
10-week sessions£100 saving. For bigger projects You will have a stamp card so no need to use in consecutive weeks within six months. Runs every 14 days on Thursday nights.
£300
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Art4Space Community Art Centre
Stockwell
Unit 1
31 Jeffreys Road
SW4 6QU
London
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Reviews
Emma - 24 November 2024
A really nice way to spend an afternoon !!
After walking through the city to a beautiful space we were met with our teacher for the afternoon Daisy.
What a lovely, friendly and approachable young lady who guided us through the basics of making thumb pots, coil pots, and sharing techniques to making flat sheets of clay and how to join these successfully, and various other tips.
This was held in a calm and relaxing atmosphere, where everyone felt comfortable to give it a go !
Daisy calmly assisted and taught a varied group of students with different degrees of talent and shared and demonstrated her knowledge throughout the day.
An absolute credit to Art4space.
I thoroughly recommend this course to take the first steps into pottery or to brush up on those key skills and to generally have a very wholesome time !!
Gill - 22 November 2024
Fab evening making pots. Really good set up and excellent instruction. Would love to do another class.
Ella - 11 November 2024
The class was enjoyable from start to finish: John was knowledgable, supportive and really good fun. Would recommend for friends and couples!
Sara - 9 November 2024
Me and my partner had so much fun :) It was just like John said, a place where we could disconnect from the mental and digital race, where we could be present and creative, and I truly felt that! I struggle with anxiety and a part of me was worried that I would be too intimidated by everyone elses pieces, but it was just such a lovely environment that I not once looked at anyone elses piece and felt like I had to compare mine to theirs, I felt relaxed, free to think and create, and I felt connected to my younger self! So thank you very much Art4Space and John for a wonderful experience <3
Josh - 1 November 2024
We had a wonderful evening with John who was very welcoming and created a relaxed and fun environment allowing us to create whatever we wanted using these techniques. Would recommend to a friend!
Becca - 1 November 2024
John was great - very friendly and helpful. The course was laid-back and informative, and very well-priced compared to others I've seen.
Ella Thompson - 25 October 2024
great first experience, lovely teacher, friendly environment, very fun easy going and enjoyable !
Eve Riddle - 20 October 2024
Wonderful class, very fun, the workshop leader was super engaging, and made everyone feel at ease and looked after, would definitely come again!
Samantha - 20 October 2024
We had a great time. Daisy was really welcoming and informative. Looking forward to received my attempts
Caroline - 18 October 2024
A lovely evening, relaxing atmosphere. Good tuition allowing your own imagination to be inspired.
Lucy - 29 September 2024
Lovely workshop, with just the right amount of teaching and support. A wonderful way to spend a Saturday afternoon. Thank you :)
Stacey - 29 September 2024
Such a fun experience!! Complete beginner and was guided through the day and really happy with my finished creations.
Staff member leading the session was a total pro and so helpful!
Louise - 28 September 2024
Beautiful venue, amazing facilities, knowledgeable and friendly trainer, great value - just perfect.
Tolulope - 11 September 2024
I took my friend to the class for her birthday and we had the best time. The class was very well paced and we got to make and 'take home' 3 pieces which is incredibly good value! The pieces will be sent to us!
Sarah Hager - 7 September 2024
Great Birthday Experiance present bought for myself and my Husband. An opportunity to gave some quality fun time. The class was easy to follow laid back and relaxed. We definitely valve for money in every respect.
Fahana - 15 August 2024
We were gifted a pottery session at Art4Space and it was one of the best activities we have done together. We were greeted very warmly and offered free drinks. It’s great for all ages and anyone, I had no idea how to do pottery but we were taught three techniques by Daisy and then given even more clay to make our own pieces. It was a really enjoyable and creative experience and the staff were very welcoming and generous which made it all the more fun. A very community driven project
Lisa - 4 August 2024
Lovely experience! Enjoyed the pottery class very much
Francesca Santoro - 2 August 2024
It was the best creative activity for a summer evening with friends! I recommend it to everyone. Daisy is the kindest and most helpful instructor and she was generous with the wine and helped create a fun and relaxed environment to create our pieces.
Karen - 4 July 2024
Great evening very enjoyable - certainly recommend. Gives you the basics on how to make a selection of pots. Also very pleased with my end results.
Grant Beresford - 28 June 2024
This was a really great evening. Relaxed, enjoyable and learning new things. Never done pottery before and subject to the kiln gods will hopefully have a new sun yellow pen holder for my desk - made using slab building and coiling - in about 4 weeks time. My wife and I both had a great time.
Laura - 28 June 2024
Amazing class for an amazing cause! Natti was a great teacher, guiding us with great advice whilst giving us space to try our own things!
Alyssa - 21 June 2024
This pottery making workshop was fun, informative and friendly. Thank you!
Lily - 14 June 2024
I did the pinch, coil and slab building workshop and absolutely loved it. We were taught all techniques at the start and given time to try each out, which was really fun. Then we were given a really nice amount of time to decide what to make, and give it a go. Very hands on help when required. Really nice group. Such a wonderful evening! I’ll be returning to try something else soon!
- 14 June 2024
Natalie & John turned lumps of clay into masterpieces (almost)! This pottery class was fantastic - calming, creative, and a total blast. Huge thanks to John and Natalie's amazing instruction. Walked in a newbie, and walked out with a wonky (but loved!) bowl and a newfound appreciation for the craft.
Joey & Jason
Beverly Folan - 1 June 2024
I really love this ceramics handbuilding class and try to go as often as possible. I've learnt so much about the different processes of handbuilding with clay. The tutors provide a lovely, relaxing and welcoming space for you to explore your creative abilities. They work with you at your pace and encourage you to create something amazing from a lump of clay. Its quite incredible when you see the finished pieces which have been fired and glazed. I would recommend this class to absolute beginner's and also to people like myself who have been working with clay for a while now. It's a great night out in a chilled, relaxing studio space.
Ines Moya Sanchez - 31 May 2024
What a fabulous experience! Honestly, way above my expectations. The place is beautiful, the instructor was so cool, knowledgeable, kind ! We had so much fun and learned a lot! We had drinks, nibbles, great choice of colours at the end and THEY INCLUDE THE DELIVERY! SERIOUSLY FANTASTIC! Would love to go again :) and will recommend to all my friends
Merrin - 31 May 2024
My friend and I had the loveliest evening for her birthday, John offered the perfect balance of direction and creative freedom when explaining each technique. Such a lovely space and company - can't wait to see my glazed & fired pieces in a few weeks!
Beverly - 22 May 2024
Fabulous handbuilding clay class. The tutor John is so patient and knowledgeable. I have learnt how to do pinch pots, slab building and cooling. Lovely, relaxing space, and great music! Would definitely recommend this to friends for a fun night out and/or an evening doing ceramics.
Daniel - 21 May 2024
We loved the experience, it is perfect for any size group. John is extremely knowledgeable and patient. You are shown the different techniques with a live demo and then get the opportunity to practice yourself. The best thing is that you can take any direction with your design and if you don't like it then you can easily start again.
Matt - 17 May 2024
John led our session as was really friendly and helpful. Highly recommend to anyone who need a few ideas on activities. Looking forward to seeing the final product when posted to us in a few weeks
Alison - 23 April 2024
Really really enjoyed the session. The techniques were well explained, and loved trying to create three items. My pieces were not perfect!!! But I fully enjoyed slowing down and trying to create something for myself. Found it very mindful, lovely calm space to be in. Really appreciated the tea and snacks.
Lucy O'Grady - 23 March 2024
This was my first ever pottery class and it was awesome. The tutor was really friendly, clear and knowledgeable and the atmosphere was really relaxed. For two and a half hours I was absorbed in making with clay and completely forgot about the day job - just what I needed. Thank you Art4Space, can't wait to return!
Kelly - 22 March 2024
My friend gifted me with class as a birthday present and we had a FANTASTIC time. It was so fun to spend time together doing something creative. Our thoughtful instructor John, taught us three techniques for working with clay. At the end of the class we made three pots and got to pick our glazes. The pots will then be mailed to our addresses in four weeks. Highly recommend this class and the value you get out of it!
Sibylle - 12 January 2024
Lovely time making pottery! very instructive and relaxing experience. Really enjoyed it!
claire guellier - 12 January 2024
Very fun ! Plenty of time to practice and we had all the clay we wanted to create :)
George Webb - 29 December 2023
Fantastic time learning the three basic techniques for clay sculpting. Best thing I've done in ages.
Jill Thursby - 9 October 2023
I had such a great time at this session. The instructor, Natti, was very knowledgeable and friendly, and answered all of my questions. She quickly showed us the 3 styles of hand building pottery, allowing the group time to take our time with the styles we were most interested in. The venue and vibe was fantastic, including the playlist. I’ve just got my items back and although I’m not going to quit my day job, I’m impressed at what I was able to accomplish in a short time. Would highly recommend and hope to be back!
Kat Stone - 8 September 2023
My second class with Art4Space in hand clay. Truly enjoyed Natti as our tutor.
I can't wait to receive my three finished pieces!
As it was my second time, it was great that I had already tried all the three techniques last time and could focus this time on the techniques I enjoyed the most.
Henry Lambert - 3 September 2023
The workshop was really enjoyable, very relaxed and a perfect way to unwind creatively.
Arianna Dalla Costa - 1 September 2023
Great experience! The teacher was very nice and knowledgeable, and her explanation of the various techniques we explored was clear and instructive. Very nice atmosphere. I would only suggest that the description on the website should be changed: it promised nibbles which were not there!
Alex Hinson - 1 September 2023
What a fantastic evening! I learned new skills, made new friends, and cannot wait to receive my creations in the mail. 100% recommend!!!
Christina Holmbek - 15 June 2023
I had the best time! The workshop leader was lovely, so the whole class was calming and fun. Despite the relaxed atmosphere, I actually managed to make three whole pieces! Just got them in the mail, and I love them They are by no means perfect, but I'm still proud of them.
Kat Stone - 12 May 2023
My friends and I really enjoyed the workshop with John.
He gave great guidance to three techniques, enjoyed a glass of wine with the making, and got stuck in with the clay pieces. Looking forward to receiving my finished pieces!
Will definitely come back for another clay making session!
Rob Hammaren - 21 April 2023
Very relaxing, fun, creative evening with excellent facilitation as always. Great to learn a new skill. Highly recommend.
Louise Serafini - 17 April 2023
Great tutor, great atmosphere and the chance to make your very own masterpiece 😊
Chloe Cassoni - 14 April 2023
Was a lovely evening. Left feeling better than I came in. Thank you so much :)
Charlene Skyers - 7 April 2023
Great and well explained workshop.
Chris - 7 April 2023
06/4/23 3hrs 20 mins
This was a fantastic and thoroughly enjoyable workshop. I highly recommend this hand building class. I had lots of fun and learned a lot in the process. The studio was welcoming and had great facilities. The tutor was warm, friendly, very welcoming and knowledgeable. She took the time to explain options, techniques etc throughout the workshop. There was an abundance of materials. I was very proud of what I achieved. I will definitely return very soon.
Philippa Jodelka - 10 March 2023
I loved the workshop and our tutor Natty was really knowledgeable and encouraging
Beverly Folan - 2 December 2022
Have done this class with John twice now and I thoroughly enjoyed it. It's a lovely studio with great chilled music, drinks, including a glass of wine if you want one! John is a lovely and very patient teacher who will guide you if you are a beginner or have worked with clay before. He is very knowledgeable with clay and glazes etc. It's really relaxing and I highly recommend this for a night out with friends or coming alone to meet new people and being creative. I will be back!
Piotr - 10 November 2022
I found Art4Space as a very friendly, welcoming and safe environment. I have never worked with clay before - it was new and a very fun experience for me. Nice,friendly and relaxing atmosphere in the room made it easy for me to chat to other participants and make new colleagues - loved that. It was a great opportunity to do something creative. John, the teacher of our pinch pot making classes was very kind, helpful and knowledgeable. Looking forward to visit Art4Space again.