Urban sketching courses - creative and personalised

Scratch beneath the surface — and reveal something beautiful.

Sgraffito — from the Italian “to scratch” — is a decorative ceramics technique that’s all about revealing contrast, pattern, and surprise. In this inspiring 3-hour workshop, you’ll learn how to turn a simple slab of clay into a stunning ceramic plate using this ancient and captivating method.

We’ll start by rolling and shaping your plate by hand, then applying a layer of coloured slip (liquid clay). Once that’s set, the real magic begins — you’ll carve into the surface to create your own design, revealing the clay underneath in bold lines, fine textures, or whatever shapes your imagination leads you to. No drawing skills needed — just a sense of curiosity and a love of detail.

You’ll be guided every step of the way in a relaxed and welcoming studio atmosphere. From the first press of clay to the final scratch of your carving tool, you’ll explore the sgraffito process with hands-on support, plenty of encouragement, and a glass of something refreshing in hand — your choice of wine, tea, prosecco, or something non-alcoholic to sip as you shape.

After the session, we’ll take care of glazing and firing your piece. Your finished sgraffito plate will be ready for pickup in about 4 weeks. One plate is included in the price — if you’re inspired to make more, you can simply pay for extra materials on the spot.

This workshop is perfect for anyone looking to slow down, scratch beneath the surface, and uncover something beautifully their own.

Some of our workshops may be held in English depending on the instructor 😊 We really appreciate your openness and flexibility!


✨ How PIE Ceramics Workshops Work

Our ceramics workshops are one-off sessions designed for intensive skill-sharing in a relaxed, creative atmosphere. Whether you’re just starting your journey with clay or already have some experience and want to explore a new technique, this is the perfect chance to get your hands dirty, learn something new — and follow your creativity wherever it leads.

Each workshop focuses on a specific process or form, guided by a professional ceramic artist. You’ll learn the core technique step by step, then have space to experiment, personalise, and take your piece in whatever direction feels right to you. It’s structured, supportive, and creatively wide open.

Workshops take place in our cosy, fully-equipped studios in Zürich and Basel, where everything’s set up to support your creative flow — including materials, tools, good lighting, and good vibes.

No pressure, no perfection — just the joy of discovering what you can create with your own two hands.

🏺 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

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

🎡 Just curious? Even better.

This is your chance to dip a toe (or both hands!) into the wild, whirling world of the pottery wheel — no pressure, no experience needed. In this wheel-throwing taster workshop, you’ll learn how to center, pull, and shape clay like a true ceramic boss. It’s messy, magical, and way more satisfying than your average Saturday scroll session.

You’ll get hands-on with the basics of wheel-throwing — and walk away with at least one piece to call your own. Plus, you’ll leave knowing whether this hobby is a fling or the beginning of a full-blown love affair.

No experience necessary. Just bring your curiosity — we’ll handle the spin cycle.

✏️ What to Expect

• A chill, beginner-friendly session led by our wheel-throwing wizards
• Step-by-step intro to centering, pulling, and shaping on the wheel
• Time to finesse your form and feel the clay do its thing
• A playful, supportive vibe where mistakes are just part of the fun
• All tools, clay, and good energy provided

🎁 What You’ll Take Home

• One fired & glazed ceramic piece (included in the price — we’ll handle the rest)
• The option to keep more pieces for CHF 15 each
• The pure joy of creating something from spinning mud
• A solid intro to wheel-throwing, and whether a full course is your next step

🧠 Who It’s For

• Total newbies who’ve always wanted to try “that Ghost movie thing”
• Hands-on creatives craving a screen-free adventure
• Friends, dates, teams — anyone up for a shared spin
• Future potters testing the waters before diving into a full course

📦 A Few More Things to Know

• No need to bring anything – just wear something comfy you don’t mind getting a bit clay-kissed
• 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
• If you fall in love with wheel-throwing (warning: you might), we’ve got full courses and studio classes waiting for you!

💍 If you like it Put a ring on it!
Your rings. Your dish. Your playful piece of ceramic magic.

In this fun and easy 2-hour workshop, you’ll create your own hand-built ring plate — perfect for keeping your favourite jewels safe in style. Whether you make it cute with animal shapes, elegant with textures, or quirky with colours, it’s all up to you. We’ll be there to guide and cheer you on every step of the way.

No experience? No worries.
We’ll show you how to roll, shape, and sculpt your design, then add colour with bright underglazes — all in one session.

It’s the perfect bite-sized intro to ceramics: simple, creative, and totally satisfying. You’ll leave with clay under your nails, a personalised plate in the works, and maybe a new favourite hobby too.


🔥 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.

✨ 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

🎡 Just curious? Even better.

This is your chance to dip a toe (or both hands!) into the wild, whirling world of the pottery wheel — no pressure, no experience needed. In this wheel-throwing taster workshop, you’ll learn how to center, pull, and shape clay like a true ceramic boss. It’s messy, magical, and way more satisfying than your average Saturday scroll session.

You’ll get hands-on with the basics of wheel-throwing — and walk away with at least one piece to call your own. Plus, you’ll leave knowing whether this hobby is a fling or the beginning of a full-blown love affair.

No experience necessary. Just bring your curiosity — we’ll handle the spin cycle.

✏️ What to Expect

• A chill, beginner-friendly session led by our wheel-throwing wizards
• Step-by-step intro to centering, pulling, and shaping on the wheel
• Time to finesse your form and feel the clay do its thing
• A playful, supportive vibe where mistakes are just part of the fun
• All tools, clay, and good energy provided

🎁 What You’ll Take Home

• One fired & glazed ceramic piece (included in the price — we’ll handle the rest)
• The option to keep more pieces for CHF 15 each
• The pure joy of creating something from spinning mud
• A solid intro to wheel-throwing, and whether a full course is your next step

🧠 Who It’s For

• Total newbies who’ve always wanted to try “that Ghost movie thing”
• Hands-on creatives craving a screen-free adventure
• Friends, dates, teams — anyone up for a shared spin
• Future potters testing the waters before diving into a full course

📦 A Few More Things to Know

• No need to bring anything – just wear something comfy you don’t mind getting a bit clay-kissed
• 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
• If you fall in love with wheel-throwing (warning: you might), we’ve got full courses and studio classes waiting for you!

🎡 Just curious? Even better.

This is your chance to dip a toe (or both hands!) into the wild, whirling world of the pottery wheel — no pressure, no experience needed. In this wheel-throwing taster workshop, you’ll learn how to center, pull, and shape clay like a true ceramic boss. It’s messy, magical, and way more satisfying than your average Saturday scroll session.

You’ll get hands-on with the basics of wheel-throwing — and walk away with at least one piece to call your own. Plus, you’ll leave knowing whether this hobby is a fling or the beginning of a full-blown love affair.

No experience necessary. Just bring your curiosity — we’ll handle the spin cycle.

✏️ What to Expect

• A chill, beginner-friendly session led by our wheel-throwing wizards
• Step-by-step intro to centering, pulling, and shaping on the wheel
• Time to finesse your form and feel the clay do its thing
• A playful, supportive vibe where mistakes are just part of the fun
• All tools, clay, and good energy provided

🎁 What You’ll Take Home

• One fired & glazed ceramic piece (included in the price — we’ll handle the rest)
• The option to keep more pieces for CHF 15 each
• The pure joy of creating something from spinning mud
• A solid intro to wheel-throwing, and whether a full course is your next step

🧠 Who It’s For

• Total newbies who’ve always wanted to try “that Ghost movie thing”
• Hands-on creatives craving a screen-free adventure
• Friends, dates, teams — anyone up for a shared spin
• Future potters testing the waters before diving into a full course

📦 A Few More Things to Know

• No need to bring anything – just wear something comfy you don’t mind getting a bit clay-kissed
• 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
• If you fall in love with wheel-throwing (warning: you might), we’ve got full courses and studio classes waiting for you!