Beginners 5 Week Pottery Course

Dive into wheel throwing and hand building at this five-week pottery course in London.



5 x 2.5 hours Class size 5 to 8 guests       £320

Looking to explore the exciting world of ceramics? Then you've come to the right place! This immersive five-week pottery course in London is perfect for anyone who’s either looking to get into pottery or build on their existing skills.
Over the course of five sessions, you’ll explore various hand-building techniques and learn the basics of throwing on the pottery wheel. You’ll be encouraged to develop your own creative style while also learning the fundamentals of working with clay, from shaping your pieces to decorating them with glazes and other finishes. The class provides a supportive environment where you can experiment and learn at your own pace – by the end, you'll feel more confident in your pottery-making skills and have a collection of pieces that reflect your personal creativity.
You will learn:
  • Pinching and decoration techniques
  • Press mould and decoration techniques
  • Coiling technique
  • Throwing on the pottery wheel -- introduction
  • Glazing your artwork
Please note:
  • This course is designed for adults.
  • We cannot be held responsible for any of your artworks that break or explode in the kiln.
What you'll get
  • Clay, glazes, and firings
  • Your bisque-fired artwork ready for collection in 3-4 weeks time
Knowledge required
Beginner-friendly -- complete beginners are welcome.
What to bring
  • Wear clothes you don't mind getting messy
  • Remove jewellery and trim nails (recommended)
Session repeats

This class series runs over 5 consecutive sessions, at the same time every week.

Suitable for

This class is great for a team building activity, birthday or hen do.

Location

Kingsgate Workshops - Studio 12, 114 - 116 Kingsgate Road, West Hampstead, NW6 2JG, London

West Hampstead on Jubilee Line and London Overground (only 7 minutes walking distance). If you are coming by car there are pay and display parking spaces in front of Kingsgate Workshops Trust, on Kingsgate Road, and extra parking available in the surrounding side streets.

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My name is Cosmin Ciofirdel. I am a ceramic artist and educator based in London, UK. My passion for ceramics began in childhood when I first discovered clay while playing on a riverbank. Since then, I have continuously explored, learned, and shared my experience, knowledge, and love for clay.
I founded the Ceramic Sculpture Studio in 2015 with the ambition of creating functional pottery for everyday use, unique ceramic sculptures, and fostering creativity through the medium of clay.

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2026-06-12 15:00:00
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