Your First steps towards Hand-shaped Ceramics
Let’s shape!: A PIE Ceramics Workshop
Date and time
Thursday, 16. April 2026, 18.30
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Overview
Beginner
No previous knowledge required for this event.
En
Our guide speaks fluent English.
Studio Basel
2.5 hours
A one-off hands-on skill-sharing session for 2–4 hours
Workshop
Weekly classes to build real skills, step by step.
What we will be doing
Just curious? Perfect.
This is your chance to dip a toe (well, a hand) into the world of clay — no commitment, no pressure. In this ceramic taster workshop, you’ll get a hands-on intro to basic hand-building techniques like pinching, coiling, and slab shaping. It’s a playful and beginner-friendly session designed to give you a feel for the material, the process, and the magic of making something from scratch.
You’ll create a small ceramic piece to keep — and leave with a better idea of whether this hobby is for you, or if you’re ready to dive deeper into a full course.
No prior experience needed. Just bring your curiosity — we’ll take care of the rest.
✏️ What to Expect
- A relaxed, creative session guided by one of our ceramic artists
- Step-by-step intro to pinch, coil, and slab techniques
- Time to decorate and personalise your piece
- A social, friendly space with no pressure to “get it right”
- All tools, materials, and inspiration provided
🎁 What You’ll Take Home
- One finished ceramic piece (we fire and glaze it for you)
- The option to keep more pieces for CHF 15 each
- A fun, hands-on experience — and a solid intro to the world of ceramics
- A better sense of whether a full course or ongoing studio time is your next step
🧠 Who It’s For
- Anyone who’s curious about ceramics but not ready to dive in (yet)
- People looking for a one-time creative experience or weekend adventure
- Future students who want to try before they commit to a full course
- Creative folks who need a screen-free, tactile, joyfully messy couple of hours
📦 A Few More Things to Know
- No need to bring anything – just wear something comfy you don’t mind getting messy
- Please arrive 10–15 minutes early to settle in
- Firing and glazing takes 4 weeks – we’ll let you know when your piece is ready
- Tickets are transferable, but non-refundable within 36 hours
- Fell in love with clay? Great — we offer courses, studio classes, and more to keep going!
What are PIE workshops?
Learn new techniques in 3-4 hours in intensive courses
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