Handbuilding: For kids

Workshop of 2 hours

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See the calendar below for our availability.

Discover the basics of handbuilding during this 2-hour workshop designed for children aged 6 to 12. Each child will create one pumpkin, with the option to turn it into a small jar, as well as one ghost.

These forms will be demonstrated during the workshop, but creativity is encouraged! We will guide the children in creating any original ideas that are reasonably achievable within the Halloween theme.

Children will then explore different surface decoration techniques, including carving textures, using stamps, and painting with coloured underglazes to personalize their creations.

The pieces will then be fired and covered with a clear glaze by our studio team.

Costumes are welcome! Children are encouraged to come dressed up for the workshop and celebrate Halloween with us.

Prerequisite: None — no previous experience is required.

Included

  • 2 pieces per child: 1 pumpkin and 1 ghost

  • Clay needed to create the pieces

  • All necessary tools and materials

  • Decoration with a selection of coloured underglazes

  • Firing of the pieces

  • Clear glaze applied by the studio team

  • An apron provided by the studio for the duration of the workshop

Please note: We ask that you take the time to read all the information on this page and the studio guide before the workshop.

  • We ask that you arrive 5 to 10 minutes before the start of your session and wait in our gallery area.

    Please note: late arrivals of more than 5 minutes will not be admitted to the session in order to respect the organization of the class and the other participants. No refund or rescheduling is possible.

    The instructor will invite you into the studio at the scheduled start time of your class.

    A few recommendations before making pottery

    • Keep your nails short

    • Do not wear rings, bracelets, or watches

    • Wear closed-toe shoes and comfortable clothes you don’t mind getting dirty.

  • Welcome & Explanation — 10 min
    Introduction to the workshop and the different stages of the creative process.

    Demonstration — 20 min
    The instructor demonstrates the hand-building techniques and explains the steps to follow.

    Creation — 1 hr
    Children create their piece at their own pace, with the help and guidance of the instructor.

    Finishing & Decoration — 20 min
    Adding details, textures, and decorations to personalize their creations.

    Cleaning — 10 min
    Cleaning the equipment and workspace is part of the workshop. Pottery is also about learning to take care of your space!

    Conclusion — 10 min
    Each child chooses one piece that will be fired and glazed with a transparent glaze.

  • One piece, fired and glazed with a transparent glaze, is included in the workshop.

    You will receive an email approximately one month after your session, when your piece is ready. Remember to check your spam or junk folder.

    You will then have two weeks to pick up your piece during our pickup hours. Please present the confirmation email. Someone else can also pick it up for you, using this email as proof.

    After this period, any unclaimed pieces will be donated.

    Ceramics is a delicate process: cracks or breakage can occur during drying or firing. This is part of the learning process, which is why the workshop is primarily focused on the experience and discovery, rather than the final result.

    We take the greatest care with your pieces, but some may be too fragile or damaged to be fired. In this case, an appropriate replacement item will be offered to you when you pick up your piece.

    Thank you for your understanding and for trusting us as you discover ceramics!

  • 7 days or more before the workshop
    Rescheduling or a full refund is possible.

    3 to 5 days before the workshop
    Rescheduling is possible or a 50% refund.

    48 hours or less before the workshop
    No refund or rescheduling is possible.

    Missed One-Time Workshop

    Missed one-time workshops are non-refundable and cannot be rescheduled. We offer several dates, so choose the time that works best for you!

    Late Arrivals

    For one-time workshops, late arrivals of more than 5 minutes will not be admitted in order to respect the flow of the workshop and the other participants. No refund or rescheduling will be possible.