Spinning Candle Light: Wheel-throwing a Candle Holder

Spin Clay to Light!🕯️ 

Ready to give your wheel-throwing skills a little spin? 
In this workshop, you’ll get your hands muddy and your creativity flowing as you throw your very own ceramic candle holder. Go for something sleek and simple, tall and sculptural, or a little quirky — the wheel is yours to explore!

This isn’t your first spin around the wheel, though. You should already have some wheel-throwing experience and feel comfortable with the basics. We’ll help you take it from there, experimenting with shapes, proportions, and designs to create a candle holder that’s uniquely yours.

But here’s the thing about clay: it has a mind of its own. Your original idea might take an unexpected turn, your perfect shape might have other plans, and sometimes the best creations happen when you let go of the plan. Come with an open mind, embrace the unpredictability, and see where the clay takes you. That’s where the magic happens!

✏️ What to Expect

• A creative, hands-on session focused on wheel-throwing candle holders
• The chance to experiment with different shapes, sizes, and styles
• Guidance and tips to help you bring your ideas to life
• Room to play, experiment, and adapt your design as you go
• A relaxed, supportive atmosphere where happy accidents are part of the fun
• All tools, clay, and good energy provided

🎁 What You’ll Take Home

• Your very own handmade ceramic candle holder (fired & glazed — we’ll handle the rest!)
• A one-of-a-kind piece made by you, with a little help from the clay
• The satisfaction of taking your wheel-throwing skills a step further

🧠 Who It’s For

• Potters who already have some wheel-throwing experience
• Clay lovers ready to explore new shapes and forms
• Creative souls who enjoy experimenting rather than following a strict plan
• Anyone happy to embrace the beautiful unpredictability of working with clay

📦 A Few More Things to Know

• Some previous wheel-throwing experience is required — this class isn’t designed for complete beginners
• No need to bring anything — just wear something comfy you don’t mind getting a little clay-kissed
• Firing and glazing takes around 4 weeks — we’ll let you know when your piece is ready
• Tickets are transferable, but non-refundable within 36 hours

Come with an idea, leave room for surprises, and let’s see what spins into existence! 🌀

Spin Clay to Light!🕯️ 

Ready to give your wheel-throwing skills a little spin? 
In this workshop, you’ll get your hands muddy and your creativity flowing as you throw your very own ceramic candle holder. Go for something sleek and simple, tall and sculptural, or a little quirky — the wheel is yours to explore!

This isn’t your first spin around the wheel, though. You should already have some wheel-throwing experience and feel comfortable with the basics. We’ll help you take it from there, experimenting with shapes, proportions, and designs to create a candle holder that’s uniquely yours.

But here’s the thing about clay: it has a mind of its own. Your original idea might take an unexpected turn, your perfect shape might have other plans, and sometimes the best creations happen when you let go of the plan. Come with an open mind, embrace the unpredictability, and see where the clay takes you. That’s where the magic happens!

✏️ What to Expect

• A creative, hands-on session focused on wheel-throwing candle holders
• The chance to experiment with different shapes, sizes, and styles
• Guidance and tips to help you bring your ideas to life
• Room to play, experiment, and adapt your design as you go
• A relaxed, supportive atmosphere where happy accidents are part of the fun
• All tools, clay, and good energy provided

🎁 What You’ll Take Home

• Your very own handmade ceramic candle holder (fired & glazed — we’ll handle the rest!)
• A one-of-a-kind piece made by you, with a little help from the clay
• The satisfaction of taking your wheel-throwing skills a step further

🧠 Who It’s For

• Potters who already have some wheel-throwing experience
• Clay lovers ready to explore new shapes and forms
• Creative souls who enjoy experimenting rather than following a strict plan
• Anyone happy to embrace the beautiful unpredictability of working with clay

📦 A Few More Things to Know

• Some previous wheel-throwing experience is required — this class isn’t designed for complete beginners
• No need to bring anything — just wear something comfy you don’t mind getting a little clay-kissed
• Firing and glazing takes around 4 weeks — we’ll let you know when your piece is ready
• Tickets are transferable, but non-refundable within 36 hours

Come with an idea, leave room for surprises, and let’s see what spins into existence! 🌀

Every picture has a story. What’s yours?

Illustration is where drawing meets imagination. It’s the art of communicating ideas, emotions and stories through images—whether you’re dreaming of creating comics, children’s books, concept art, manga, graphic novels or simply bringing your own characters to life.

In this four-week course, you’ll discover the foundations of illustration while developing your own visual style. Together we’ll explore how memorable characters are created, how compositions guide the viewer’s eye, and how gesture, expression and atmosphere can transform a simple drawing into a compelling story.

Throughout the course, you’ll experiment with sketching, character design, linework, inking and visual storytelling. Every class combines demonstrations, practical exercises and plenty of time to develop your own ideas while receiving individual guidance from your instructor.

There isn’t one “correct” way to illustrate. Some artists tell quiet stories with simple lines, while others create bold worlds full of movement, fantasy and adventure. This course is about discovering the tools and techniques that help you turn your imagination into images—and finding your own artistic voice along the way.

✏️ What to Expect

• A structured four-week introduction to illustration
• Weekly guidance from a professional illustrator
• Live demonstrations and inspiring artistic examples
• Character design, composition and storytelling exercises
• Plenty of individual drawing time with personal feedback
• A relaxed and encouraging environment where creativity comes first

🧠 What You’ll Learn

• Creating expressive characters and personalities
• Drawing faces, poses and movement
• Composition and visual storytelling
• Inking, linework and simple shading techniques
• Developing your own illustration style
• Turning ideas into engaging visual narratives

🤔 Is This Course Right for Me?

Absolutely.

Whether you’ve always wanted to draw comics, invent original characters, illustrate stories or simply develop your drawing skills in a more imaginative direction, this course is the perfect place to start.

No previous illustration experience is required. However, if you already have some basic drawing experience—or have completed our Introduction to Drawing Course—you’ll find it even easier to focus on storytelling, character design and developing your own visual style.

Your plate. Your style. Your very first step into the world of ceramics.
MAKE IT XMASSY!

In this relaxed 2-hour event, you’ll get your hands into clay and create your own hand-built ceramic plate, tray or dish— complete with texture, colour, and all the personality you want to give it. Whether you’re going bold and bright or soft and simple, we’ll show you the way and cheer you on while you do it.

No experience? No problem.
We’ll guide you through each step — from rolling and shaping to painting your piece with vibrant underglaze coloursright on the spot.

It’s the perfect intro to ceramics: a little messy, a lot of fun, and totally satisfying. You’ll walk away with clay on your hands, colour on your plate, and a new skill (or obsession?) in the making.

🔥 After the event, we glaze and fire your piece for you.
It’ll be ready to pick up in about 4 weeks — food-safe and fabulous.

Your plate. Your style. Your very first step into the world of ceramics.
MAKE IT XMASSY!

In this relaxed 2-hour event, you’ll get your hands into clay and create your own hand-built ceramic plate, tray or dish— complete with texture, colour, and all the personality you want to give it. Whether you’re going bold and bright or soft and simple, we’ll show you the way and cheer you on while you do it.

No experience? No problem.
We’ll guide you through each step — from rolling and shaping to painting your piece with vibrant underglaze coloursright on the spot.

It’s the perfect intro to ceramics: a little messy, a lot of fun, and totally satisfying. You’ll walk away with clay on your hands, colour on your plate, and a new skill (or obsession?) in the making.

🔥 After the event, we glaze and fire your piece for you.
It’ll be ready to pick up in about 4 weeks — food-safe and fabulous.

Spin it. Shape it. Love the wonky bits.

Ever dreamed of making your own cup or bowl on the pottery wheel? This is your moment to try – no pressure, no perfection, just you, the clay, and the magic of Wabi-Sabi.

In this relaxed, beginner-friendly event, you’ll learn the basics of wheel throwing, how to center the clay, and how to pull up your very first form – maybe a cup, maybe something totally unexpected (and that’s perfectly okay).

We’ll embrace wobbles, curves, and character, celebrating the Japanese art of Wabi-Sabi – finding beauty in imperfection and joy in the process, not just the result.

No experience? No problem. You’ll leave with a piece that’s 100% yours – shaped by your hands and full of personality.

✨ How PIE Ceramics Events Work

Treat yourself to a hands-on creative moment — where you can sip, snack, and sculpt your way through a fun and relaxing ceramics session. Whether you come solo, with friends, or for a team night out, you’ll enjoy a feel-good atmosphere, great company, and your very own ceramic creation to take home (well… after it’s been fired 😉).

Each event is led by one of our friendly ceramic artists, who’ll guide you step-by-step through shaping and decorating your piece. No pressure, no perfection — just good vibes, creative flow, and the joy of getting your hands dirty in the best possible way.

Most of our events take place in our beautiful, cosy studios in Zürich and Basel — fully equipped, full of charm, and designed to spark your imagination. Every now and then, we also pop up in partner venues like bars, cafés, or sunny outdoor locations.

🏺 What’s Included

• All tools, materials, and clay
• Personal guidance from an experienced ceramic instructor
• One piece included for firing and glazing (extras optional for a small fee)
• A welcoming and inspiring studio space to explore ceramics at your own pace
• The option to return and glaze your piece in one of two ways:
  → Join a glazing workshop at a discounted price
  → Or glaze it yourself in our Creative Café for CHF 20 — walk in or reserve a table during opening hours

🔥 Firing & Pickup

We take care of firing and glazing your ceramic piece after the workshop.
Firing takes approx. 4 weeks – we’ll contact you when your piece is ready for pickup.

📋 Good to Know

• Arrival: Please come 10–15 minutes early to settle in and grab your welcome drink
• Cancellations: Tickets are transferable, but non-refundable within 36 hours
• Rescheduling: Possible up to 72 hours before the workshop
• Pickup: Pieces are ready around 4 weeks after your session
• All levels welcome — no experience needed, just curiosity and a willingness to get a little messy
• Alcohol: Only served to guests aged 18+

👉 Full terms & policies: shop.paintiteasy.ch/en/tickets/terms