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Brilliant workshop, lots of fun and very relaxing!
CharleyAn enjoyable afternoon. Jess was very friendly and patient and taught us well the various techniques. Would recommend.
Kerri GardinerA relaxing, engaging class. Odille was pretty hands off, and the class environment was great, located in a big, bright studio, which allowed the creative juices to flow.
ElenaAmazing class! I took my mum for the porcelain jewellery class and it was so much fun! You're able to make three sets of jewellery plus you can pay (a small price) extra if you want the jump rings/chains for extra pieces. Odile answered all of our questions ans was super helpful in advising my mum on the different techniques. We cannot wait to see how our jewellery turns out!
NatalieGreat class!!
ColinBrilliant class and lovely atmosphere! We had lots of fun. Thank you!
CharlotteBrilliant class! We had never tried any pottery before but Odile was so friendly and very patient with any of our mistakes or questions. The class size of 3 was perfect and we ended up making two bowls that were far better than we'd ever expected. Would highly recommend!
SSuch a lovely workshop!!! Kieran was really friendly and informative and the class had a good pace to it. Pleased with the final product! Would definitely recommend to anyone wanting to try pottery :)
JayReally well-organised course, with plenty of raw material and tools provided, well paced classes with enough time to put in practice what the teacher's explain. Great space and workshop. I recommend it!
Eleonora CognettiGreat lesson!! The ambiance is really relaxed and you instantly feel at home. Kyran is great, very experienced and also helpful and patient. Looking forward to the next lesson!
EdaThe class exeeded my expectations ! Would highly recommand
Hamid El GharbaouiGreat class with Ciaran. It was our first time at a pottery class and we will definitely be doing it again!
Andy MossReally fun class with a great teacher. She was very knowledgeable and helped us as first time clay makers make something we were really proud of.
LauraGreat fun to create our own mugs!
Caroline de BoomOdile classes are superb. Excellent facilities and teaching. I've been several times and will continue to go. Highly recommend.
Andrea HaineI really had a great time. Suzanne is also a very good teacher. I hope a longer course can be made about porcelain jewellery. We did not understand how the time passed. :))
Duygu NisanciI had a wonderful afternoon making and painting porcelain jewellery! Suzanne is a lovely teacher and created such a warm and friendly environment. I would highly recommend her class to everyone!
BrittanyThis is by far the most relaxing activity I have ever done in London. Suzanne was patient and attentive, full of creative ideas for what we could do if we were a little bit stuck and everything was explained so clearly that it was just a really calming and fun environment. I would 100% attend a class again in the future.
Lucy HeathReally made my Monday. Lovely space teacher and first lesson. Really looking forward to coming back next Monday!
Lidya CortbergThis workspace was fantastic. I bought it for a friend and myself for her birthday. Zach was great and very helpful and engaging. We really enjoyed the class and would definitely recommend it.
Bec TorselloThe teaching was humorous and engaging with many pottery related puns being exchanged to lighten and liven up the mood. Even though my partner and I are 10 minutes late into the class, we managed to catch up with breeze and ease with the effective guidance. Technical tools, processes and their respective purposes, are clearly explained. The class size is great for any popping inquiry to be amply answered. It is a great date idea to pick up a new skill interest on a weekend and create tangible memories with your loved ones. What's more, there will be a piece of handcrafted memorabilia which could be taken home. Highly recommend!
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TomEverything was perfect about this workshop. Great teacher, very patient, friendly and knowledgeable! The venue was also wonderful, lots of plants and natural light to work in. We learnt all the basics to get started on the wheel and also made 2 wonderful bowls that we can't wait to collect. All in all, a wonderful experience that I look forward to repeating soon. Thank you!
Roxanne NazirBrilliant experience! Got it as a birthday treat and it was a fun thing to do with a friend and learn something new! Found it very relaxing and creative and the teacher was really great! Definitely recommend!
DainaThis was an excellent class. Zach was very patient and a great and fun teacher. We loved it.
Zayd Algawiexcellent ambience......very friendly teachers....was a wonderful experience!
Alpana BhartiaGreat class, really well paced with lots of support. Can’t wait to collect our finished bowls after firing.
ClaireReally great course!
Victoria Bailey-KingFantastic first lesson on the wheel. Odile is so knowledgeable and encouraging, and such a good teacher as well as being a lovely person Can't wait for my next lesson!
MarylouOdile is a great teacher and a genuinely lovely person. Highly recommended!
CeciliaIt was an amazing experience, Zach was wonderful and we had a lot of fun. It's truly a very nice activity.
Isabel Martinez PastorHad never done anything like this before, but I really enjoyed it. The session was was paced, and the staff were patient and good fun.
We had a great time making our mugs on Sunday. The group was a good size and Zak was very attentive - especially since one of us couldn't seem to roll out the clay! Can't wait to pick up our finished pieces. Highly recommend and great value for money! Massive thanks to Zak and the rest of the team!
KBExcellent course! Odile is a great teacher and the beginners course is a lot of fun.
JuanThoroughly enjoyed the class. Suzanne is a kind and patient teacher.
Toria BowkerThis course was fun, informative, and a relaxing experience for me. Suzanne was a patient, helpful and friendly tutor. I also loved her work, the beautiful pieces of jewelry which were on display...... which really inspired me. I am really looking forward to seeing the pieces I made. I highly recommend her.
TeeI loved this class and spent a wonderful morning at the studio. Suzanne is a lovely teacher, very kind, friendly and easy to talk to. She also offered to add a final glaze to the pieces as we run out of time after painting - porcelain is a fab material and I can't wait to see the results! I hope to be able to do another course.
Caterina CThank you Orly for a great first class!
Suzanne SmedleyThis was a relaxed class - I appreciate that we were not rushed to finish our mug but instead took the time until we were happy with it! Zach is very knowledgeable and helpful :) I think maybe you could encourage beginners to go with simpler handles in the first step, as we were trying crazy shapes but not really knowing what they were for ^^
Tiphaine RAPICAULTI attended a 'taster class' in ceramics (made my own cereal bowl). It was the first time I've done anything with clay since I was a teen-ager (nearly 40 years!). My instructor was very attentive, and eager to help me along the process. He patiently helped me through the process, and I am proud of my final product. The studio is also very well set up, and a great place to work. They respect lock-down rules, and give ample space to work safely. I recommend to explore your creative side.
Scott FranssenI absolutely loved the experience -my first and certainly not my last. A fun group, Odile and Kieran really create a wonderful atmosphere - great teaching style, informative and encouraging and I was delighted with the end result! Another big plus was focusing on this one thing - for obvious reasons! Time stood still/went in a blink and I left feeling so relaxed. Thank you so much Odile and Kieran
ElaineSuch a lovely studio , great introduction course , and Odile’s knowledge is amazing .
Val MarguliesThe best place to start a new hobby!
Rita Leal MoreiraWell structured class, Odile is a knowlegable and patient teacher. She offers the perfect mix of instruction followed by independent learning.
Sarah HeadleyLovely classes in a beautiful room with very good teaching and easy to follow steps. A wonderful experience that I would highly recommend and hope to do again soon!
Alice JonesOdile is a wonderful teacher! She is charming and patient and gives very clear instructions that are easy to follow. The class was paced correctly without feeling rushed or drawn out. A very relaxing experience. The studio is lovely and bright with glass walls all around and is very welcoming. I really enjoyed myself and will be signing up to her other courses.
Orly KritzmanGreat learning environment, excellent to improve and develop skills
ElisaOnly attended one class so far, but a brilliant start - really enjoyed the class, very well explained and the pace of the class I thought worked with everyone. Looking forward to the class tonight.
NeelamGreat communication leading up to the lockdown, we were able to continue due to the education status of Odile's courses - social distancing and masks and all the necessary precautions have helped us feel comofrtable and the course content and pace is great for beginners - recommended and so glad we've got a course to keep us occupied!
PeterAmazing workshop! Safe during COVID times and the time flew. The professor was thorough and super helpful - all to say that now we want to sign in for regular classes.
RitaSuch fun. First time on the wheel and really enjoyed it. Odile explained things beautifully. Wished we could have stayed there for looooonger :) Excited to see how our bowls turn out once they are ready!
MarinaOdile is just lovely! She really cares for her students and she is a wonderful teacher. The atelier is also very bright and well organised. I am so glad I found her! I was really needing a bit of clay in my life!
CristinaIt was a fun class, I learned how to do a mug that looked like a mug in the end, which is amazing. The instructor was professional and very nice, made me feel welcomed and definitely knew what he was doing. The only down side was that I was the only person taking that class that day, which was a bit awkward at times but it wasn't their fault, and I still had a great time.
CristinaReally great teacher and an amazing experience. First time working with clay and I can’t wait for the next class! 10/10
SandraThoroughly enjoyed my experience! It was lovely meeting Odile and even though I had no prior knowledge, I managed to follow along with no issues at all :) I enjoyed it so much that I've signed up for the 6 weeks Beginner's course. Can't wait to get started. :)
EvelynA beautifully creative space! We had such a lovely time crafting our bowls and can’t wait to see how they turn out. I would highly recommend this.
KatThe workshop was well equipped with all that was needed and has a very relaxed atmosphere. I liked the fact that we got to make 4-5 handles to create different ideas.
DeniseGreat teacher!!
AlessandraThe course had to be suspended after four weeks due to lockdown, but I enjoyed each class that I attended. Odile is a wonderful teacher, giving clear explanations and demonstrations. She is also very organized and always has all the material and tools ready for her students. I like the small class size. The studio itself is lovely, open and bright. I highly recommend the course to anyone wanting to give pottery a try.
MisunWe had a wonderful time. Odile was great. Wish I lived close so I could do it more often.
TufanWe had a wonderful time. Odile was great. Wish I lived close so I could do it more often.
TufanA truly fantastic experience! Over the duration of the course, you gain a thorough understanding of a range of pottery techniques. Odile is a wonderful, attentive and incredibly kind teacher with an incredible level of experience and knowledge. I would thoroughly recommend the course to everyone.
CatOdile is a fantastic teacher, taking you through all methods of working with clay and glazes. The studio is large, fully equipped and very well situated. I'll definitely be booking another course with Odile and would highly recommend!
AnnabelI signed up for the beginner’s course after a fun experience at the one-day wheel workshop with Odile. The class size was cosy and we were taught a variety of techniques - really enjoyed myself and hope to be able to do more pottery with Odile in the future!
YantingOdile is a great instructor who explained the various processes of ceramics very clearly. Spending time with the whole group and individuals also. Having been to another beginners workshop somewhere else, I personally found the structure of this 5 weeks much better suited for beginners. We look forward to attending more workshops!
SavithThe course was actually spread over five weeks. Odile taught us the basics of pottery. It was my first pottery course ever but I now definitely feel like going further. Odile shows rather quickly how to do things so you have to be focused to listen but then it gives us a lot of time for creativity and make Progress With the technique. The 3 hour slot works very well. As Odile says it is truly like a therapy !
GuillemetteGreat course, Odile is a great teacher and gives the freedom to try many different techniques week after week. It is so great to see how your work evolves as it goes through the different stages and very rewarding to bring it home with you! Highly recommend
MargotWe had a great time. The course was fun to do, the teacher was really good at explaining everything to us. We made and painted more items than we thought we would, Items that I'll be very happy to use in my house. They were also very understanding of my disability. I'd give them 5 stars all day long.
CheyenneThe class was held at a cosy studio in Holland Park. Odile was a great instructor - warm, friendly and patient despite our clumsiness with the clay (because we’re first timers)! I enjoyed the class immensely, and would really love to head back again. Would strongly recommend this class!
YantingVery hands on relaxed class, lots of wheel time!
Lauren JenningsVery hands on relaxed class, lots of wheel time!
Lauren JenningsVery hands on relaxed class, lots of wheel time!
Lauren JenningsI had so much fun learning from Odile who is a great teacher! Having never done any pottery at all, it was lovely to have such clear guidance and explanations about all the aspects of learning to throw, from what the clay needs through to the movements of the wheel. It was roll-up your sleeves and get-stuck-in fun from the first moment - and I made two not so shabby bowls! Would definitely recommend Odile and the classes in the lovely studio to anyone wanting to give the wheel a try!
LisaI had so much fun learning from Odile who is a great teacher! Having never done any pottery at all, it was lovely to have such clear guidance and explanations about all the aspects of learning to throw, from what the clay needs through to the movements of the wheel. It was roll-up your sleeves and get-stuck-in fun from the first moment - and I made two not so shabby bowls! Would definitely recommend Odile and the classes in the lovely studio to anyone wanting to give the wheel a try!
LisaThis was such a great class. Odile said it was the first in their new space which is really lovely – tons of natural light and big windows. Odile is super friendly and an absolutely excellent teacher. I’m so chuffed with the two bowls I managed to make thanks to her coaching. The class size of just three was perfect. Would highly recommend.
LilyFantastic workshop! The studio was bright and open and Odile was an amazing instructor. It was a lot of fun! I can't wait to try another claas
EHad a good time there Many thanks
YuhongWe had a really enjoyable afternoon doing this class. Odile was thorough in talking us through the materials and tools that we were working with. She did the demonstrations at a pace that was easy to follow. She also paid everyone enough attention so we were assured as to how we were getting on. We learnt different techniques of handling the clay, including how to shape our bowls and make modifications at different stages of making it. There are several colours of glazes that we could choose, and Odile would take our bowls away and glaze and fire them after the class. So we'd get our bowls in the post after a few weeks. As a bonus, it was also quite meditative working on clay, so overall a really nice way to spend a Sunday afternoon. Thanks again, Odile!
DianneReally easy to follow and a lot of fun! Perfect for beginners! I went on my own and had such a good time - I love my bowls and use them all the time!
HesterIt was such a great class! Definitely suitable for beginners . Odile is very patient and a great teacher.
FrederikeLoved this class! Odile was a great teacher and made it easy to follow her instructions. As a complete beginner I would definitely recommend this class. It was a fun afternoon and I can't wait to receive our finished bowls in a couple of weeks. Thank you Odile
PhoebeEverything was great. The teacher explained everything very good and you could always ask something. She came to you to help or to review your work. I now know how to work with clay and how mugs are made.
Kim LeiaOur pottery class was so much fun, the only thing I regret is not booking a longer class! Odile was very calm and taught us the ropes, always on hand to help when anything went wrong! Now we want to book more!
FiHad the most fantastic, absorbing, relaxing afternoon with Odile in her lovely spacious studio. She explained each step well and showed us simply how to go through the process of building our own slab pottery mug, and everyone in the group produce something unique and brilliant! I can’t wait to receive the finished product :oD
VickiFantastic workshop, couldn't have asked for a better instructor or experience. Would recommend to anyone!!!
jamesGreat course awesome teacher and good taste of pottery on the wheel!
MichaelOdile is a great teacher but I would recommend booking a workshop for 2 hours.
MariaThe class was so enjoyable and Odile a fantastic and v friendly teacher. Can't wait to see my fired bowel!
RebeccaExcellent facilities. Friendly and highly skilled teacher. Small group of 3 students. Thoroughly enjoyed my first pottery class. Thank you!
AndreaGreat class,teacher was very patient to teach us and I will definitely come back again! Had a lot of fun
YuhongWe went to Odile's class as a group of 3 for one of the girls birthdays. We all had a wonderful time! Odile is super friendly and very good at walking you through the process of making your first piece. We only wished we could have stayed all afternoon and kept playing. It was a lot of fun. Thanks Odile!!
SaskiaOdile’s pottery class was one of my favourite experiences this year. She was not only incredibly talented, but also approachable, attentive, kind and always willing to help! I can’t wait to go back to doing classes every Monday!
LauraOdile is a wonderful, incredibly talented teacher and she makes you feel so at home as you're working your way through the skills of pottery. It's such an enjoyable experience. 10/10 would recommend
DharpanaWe had another brilliant session with Odile. Space to work independently, with support when you need it. Excited for the next class!
MarthaOdile is great! Her instructions are clear and helpful, which makes the class so much easier if you have no idea what you're doing. I really enjoyed her creative advice which helped to turn my ideas into something real. She really knows what she's doing!
EricA fun, relaxed and enjoyable workshop, lovely studio, inspirational and very friendly teacher, will definitely be booking more workshops here and recommending to friends 😊💖
nadiaBest experience!
MelanieAn excellent introduction to the pottery wheel! Odile was a brilliant, patient teacher who taught us the basics and aided us in producing our bowls. Nice , accessible venue.
JemimaThe class was wonderful and so was Odile! The step-based approach to using the wheel and preparing the clay was concise and useful when put into practice. Odile was unendingly patient with a first-time wheel-er like me, and her love of clay and of teaching her art was a joy to experience! Thank you, Odile; I can’t wait to come back!
MarthaOddie was great! I arranged this workshop for my partners birthday and we really enjoyed it. I'm sure we'll be back soon.
GeorgeI had a great time! Odile was lovely, really helpful and patient. Would go again!
GabrielleOdile was such an amazing teacher and very kind throughout. She made us all feel very comfortable and encouraged us to keep persisting with our throwing techniques even if we were struggling. Wonderful workshop, definitely recommend and well worth the money!
SheenaHad a great time at the Wheel Workshop! Very informative and fun, and the small group helped to make sure I/we had individual attention and help. It was a lovely 90 minutes, and I can't wait to see my "bowls" in their finished product! Thank you Odile, you were lovely and very helpful!
Cheryl5 stars for the class and the teacher. I went on my own and had such great fun. The teacher is amazing and so super talented.
IshratA really fun evening with an excellent casual environment to have fun and learn the basics of pottery. Would thoroughly recommend as a fun evening with a partner, a date or just generally!
Angus AbbottI was really happy to compete this course. Studio is brilliant, very bright and clean, very well equipped. They have any tool you could possibly need. I was very pleased with structured and detailed information Odile gave us. She introduced to the group basic technics of making pottery. Her guidance was very kind and cheerful. She is very experienced and knowledgeable potter. I've decided to continue with pottery making after this course.
ChristinaOdile is an amazing teacher and the space is great. And I now own a gorgeous mug that I made myself!!!
LucyHighly recommend - would do again!
AnikaOdile was the perfect host and great teacher. Despite me being complete a complete beginner (with no hidden talents on the wheel) she was patient and helped me each step of the way. A great way to try something new!
LaurenThe pottery workshop was a surprise present by my boyfriend. It was such a joy. Wonderful tuition and fun making a pot. Looking forward to get it in the future.
Becks harmanThe pottery workshop was a surprise present by my boyfriend. It was such a joy. Wonderful tuition and fun making a pot. Looking forward to get it in the future.
Becks harmanI learned how to work with clay on the wheel: how to form it and dry it ready for firing. I was blown away with the bowl I made. It was brilliant. Odile is an amazing teacher with such a gentle calm manner. I loved the workshop !
Jamie WallingOdile was so friendly and a brilliant teacher. Her class was really informative and a great first foray into pottery
SophieOdile was so friendly and a brilliant teacher. Her class was really informative and a great first foray into pottery
SophieGreat pottery session suitable for beginners as well! Odile created a lovely relaxed environnement for us to form our very own breakfast bowl-authentic, no-fuss, simply a nice experience I d recomend to anyone looking to get their hands full with clay:) Thanks Odile-looking forward to receiving the bowls
VanessaReally enjoyed the class with Odile! Would come back again
YvonneGreat experience with Odile. The slot was created for us and as soon as we arrived Odile was welcoming, a great teacher and was both informative and interactive. 90 minutes later I was only left wishing we had longer. Would recommend to anyone!
JThe workshop was really great! Would highly recommend this workshop for anyone wanting to try out the pottery wheel!
StephanieBrilliant session & great tuition from Odile who is really friendly. The small group size means its almost 1:1 guidance, which is a bonus. The space to work is lovely too. Definitely would recommend it. We were enjoying it so much, the only disappointment was with how quickly the time flew by!
DebbieGreat facilities and a wonderful teacher! Odile is extremely welcoming and friendly. The class started with us learning how to prep the clay before centering it on the wheel and finally throwing. Odile was very encouraging and really knows her stuff. It was a wonderful experience and I'd highly recommend it
EricGreat facilities and a wonderful teacher! Odile is extremely welcoming and friendly. The class started with us learning how to prep the clay before centering it on the wheel and finally throwing. Odile was very encouraging and really knows her stuff. It was a wonderful experience and I'd highly recommend it
EricA very enjoyable class that has given me the bug! We used the wheel to make a bowl or two and it was great fun. A lot harder than you think. Odile was very friendly and with only 3 people in the class you get lots of attention! Odile finishes off the bowls and will send to us in 3 weeks, I can't wait to see my creation! I only wish it was longer as time seem to fly!
PaulineI had a fantastic time at Odile’s workshop. She was hugely instructive and made pottery seem easy. She didn’t rush us and allowed us to take our time and just have fun with it. Highly recommend the class!
CarolineOdile was a perfect teacher, very patient and gave a couple of demos so we could really get to grips with the process of using the wheel. She guided very calmly and stepped in to save the day when things start to go pear-shaped! Beautiful studio and surroundings. Will definitely go back again!
KateSuch a nice surprise to walk into the class and find out that it was only for myself and another person. With such a small class it was really easy to develop the skills quickly. Odile was friendly and supportive. She gave clear demos and instructions. Really nice way to spend a weekend. Highly recommend!
ColleeThe workshop was great. Odile was lovely and her tips were on point! I had a fantastic time
FranI loved this class. Odile is a great teacher and I am now completely hooked. I’ve already booked more classes with her. Absolutely recommend this
LucyThe course was intimate and a lot of fun. I definitely recommend it!
CarlaFantastic time at this workshop - I just wish I had longer to spend on the wheel. Odile was a great tutor and I can't wait to see the bowls we produced.
AndrewWonderful class! Great location and Odile was a lovely teacher. Looking forward to signing up for more!
MelissaEverything about the class was wonderful! Good location and Odile is a great teacher - looking forward to signing up for more!
MelissaVery enjoyable workshop.
JoelleEnjoyed the workshop tremendously, the teaching was very clear and personal. Workshop is big, airy, wonderful environment to learn pottery. Would definitely signing up for more!
JoelleA wonderful way to spend a couple of hours learning something new. Odile was fantastic. She explained everything really well and was very patient and helpful. The space and group size were also good and it feels great to make something with your own hands! Thank you.
KathrynLovely idea for a date. Small teaching group. Great session! Definitely would recommend.
JolaI took part to the Wheel pottery workshop and I found it absolutely brilliant. Odille is very sweet and she explains everything clearly, breaking down in steps in order to make everything even simpler. I went there with a friend with Asperger Syndrome and Odille has been superb. Herself and her activity is very inclusive for whom has got conditions and hasn't: touching clay and all other materials is very primordial, very therapeutic and everyone can benefit from it. As I suggested he it would be fantastic if she could run a weekly course to enter in depth in the art. Thank you Odille
ManuelaOdile is really nice and provide clear explanations. I was happy with the result... can't wait to receive my mug in a few weeks!
CélineThank you Odile for this really relaxing moment. Looking forward to do it again.
GilouxMakes a brilliant cup of tea and has a great simple method of explaining how to work on a wheel. Classes are a good size which means everyone gets help. I can't wait to see the end result!!!
Julie-AnneReally enjoyed making my mug! Every step was explained in detail, the atmosphere was lovely and relaxed, lots of encouragement from Odile and a great mug made by the end of the class - highly recommend!
SamBrilliant
AlfieSuper nice class! Really reccommend to try it!
RenataOdile is an absolute delight! Fun, professional and clearly a master at her craft. I highly recommend for a calm Sunday afternoon activity. We had a great time. Thank you!
OllieThat was very interesting experience! thank you, Odile!
AlyonaIt was a really great workshop, and as it was a small group we were able to get a lot of help and attention throughout. Would definitely recommend to anyone wanting to try out the pottery wheel and have a little Ghost moment!
HollyGreat class, Odile was great at explaining every step and was very helpful and encouraging. I have only tried wheel pottery (once and it was also a class with Odile!) before this class and I was surprised at how well my mug turned out to be!
AlenaOdile is such a lovely teacher, super patient and super clear with instructions. The class is great for beginners and people with some experience but want to learn more. The studio is absolutely stunning, such a lovely creative environment, I am definitely going back for more classes with Odile!
JasmineIt is a nice experience for my first wheel pottery workshop, Odile explains everything so clear for beginners. Enjoy the workshop so much!☺️☺️
BookOdile was a thoughtful and helpful teacher who took time with each workshop participant one-on-one. The class was great value and I would definitely come again. Her studio is beautiful too!
ManuellaPlace it self was very cute . Odille was amazing with instructions , it was super easy to follow and make stuff. Definitely going back to learn more.
HsMy partner and I had so much fun centre-ing and throwing on the wheel, making our own breakfast/pasta/salad bowls. We are so excited to see the glazed and fired products in a few weeks' time! Odile is an amazing tutor and an impressive artist and potter. She gave very clear instructions, was incredibly patient, and extremely encouraging. Odile was also fantastic at meeting her students at our different experience levels and making sure that we were all able to achieve our goals for the lesson. We had a such a wonderful time today and will definitely be back for more lessons!
CharmaineGreat workshop - Odile is a wonderful, patient teacher and explains everything really clearly. It is a very relaxed class in a lovely bright, airy studio. Would highly recommend!
LauraGreat class, really enjoyed it, Odile was very friendly and made sure we all had something made by the end of the class! Looking forward to receive our pieces!
AlenaOdile was wonderfully helpful and clear with her teaching, in which we made great use of the hour and a half making 2 bowls. She has fantastic troubleshooting skills to make any mistake into a purpose ;) An intimate session with 3 people in total so you really do get attention and help. I'll be back! Great environment and thank you for making my first experience so memorable and positive! :)
TamaraVery friendly hosting coupled with an amazing time learning how to make our first piece of pottery and will not be our last!
Selma and AdamA great workshop for beginners in a very friendly studio learning the basic skills required to work clay on a wheel. Started with an in depth demonstration of all the techniques we would be using before getting our hands dirty and making our bowls (with a little help)! Would highly recommend!
Oli TownOdile’s workshop was so much fun! Odile was super friendly, a fantastic teacher, informative and fun. The venue is an old college turned into creative studios which is a really nice idea! I’ve never worked with clay before and made my own bowl! I would highly recommend and definitely return for more workshops.
SarahOdile’s workshop was so much fun! Odile was super friendly, a fantastic teacher, informative and fun. The venue is an old college turned into creative studios which is a really nice idea! I’ve never worked with clay before and made my own bowl! I would highly recommend and definitely return for more workshops.
SarahEnjoyed the class very much.
Hiu Man EuniceThis workshop was great - really fun and rewarding. It was a class of three so we each got a lot of one-on-one attention. It's harder than it looks but Odile was great at guiding me through the steps. Can't wait to see my glazed pot!
AdamOdile' pottery wheel class was absolutely superb. I can't thank her enough for the best fun I've had in ages. I came away feeling over the moon at having started learning a new skill in the most relaxed and supportive environment. Odile is a truly wonderful teacher and is brimming with expert knowledge, enthusiasm and encouragement. Her passion for her work really shines through. Thank you Odile - I will definitely be returning very soon.
AnnaFantastic class and lovely lady leading it! It was such good fun. 10/10 would recommend.
YasminaEnjoyed the workshop very much. Learnt a lot of throwing techniques and had sufficient time to practice the skills. Highly recommended.
Hiu Man EuniceOdile is a fantastic teacher. There are only 3 people in total so she's able to give great individual attention. Odile teaches you how to get started using a pottery wheel and how to shape a bowl, which she will glaze and send to you.
HarjhotWe had such a fun afternoon and despite our intial misgivings that we would make a complete mess, we made two pots that Odile is kindly glazing and posting to us.It was our first time using a pottery wheel, however Odile, with her initial demonstration, made it all seem so simple. She then guided us through the process step by step, giving assistance and encouragement when needed and making the experience throughly enjoyable and positive. Odile is welcoming and friendly and we would definitely recommend her workshop. Both of us would like to go back to have another go!
DebbieReally pleased with the session! Loved it.
CaraI absolutely loved this class! The studio is part of a larger shared artists space (Kindred Studios) which is based near Maida Vale and super easy to get to. When I arrived Odile had a cup of tea brewing, and I had a chance to have a look around before the class started. The studio itself is really lovely and bright, and gives such a great insight in to the inner workings of a full time ceramicist. The class started with such an expert demonstration from Odile that I thought I would be picking up the wheel throwing in no time, little did I realise that her skills make it look a lot easier than it is (it's also totally mesmerising to watch)! We then spent some time cutting and shaping our clay into usable pieces ready to start throwing on the wheel. Of course this was my favourite part of the workshop, and after a few failed attempts, and lots of help and patience from Odile, I finally got the hang of it (I think!) and managed to create a bowl that I was incredibly happy with. It's such a great feeling of accomplishment, and I can't wait to see the bowl once it's glazed and fired. Something I didn't know, glazing is basically like a light coat of paint, and Odile gave us choices on the colour - bonus! I left the studio with a big smile on my face and have definitely got the pottery bug. Thank you so much to Odile and Obby for the perfect Sunday - 5 stars!!!
JennyIt was really nice! We enjoyed it a lot. We will definitely come again and make more bowls and mugs :D
liuBrilliant workshop, lots of fun and very relaxing!
CharleyAn enjoyable afternoon. Jess was very friendly and patient and taught us well the various techniques. Would recommend.
Kerri Gardiner
Commonly asked questions
I'm not a complete beginner - can I sign up for classes where I can do my own projects?
Yes - eventually! But every new potter here needs to take the beginner course before they can sign up for regular or advanced classes.
We maintain a very high level of resources & tools available here and all new students need to learn how to use the studio, even if they have done some pottery before. But don't worry! Even experienced potters should find new and interesting things on our beginner course, and there's plenty of room to personalise projects.