Pottery Workshop

Learn some ceramics techniques from an expert at this pottery class in Stoke Newington!



2 hours Class size 3 to 6 guests       £40 (PayPal Pay in 3 available)

Step into the studio of an established punk potter with this pottery workshop in Stoke Newington, where you can explore your artistic side and craft unique ceramic pieces. This workshop gives you the freedom to experiment with clay while learning traditional techniques that help bring your ideas to life -- from mugs and vases to decorative pieces or thoughtful handmade gifts.
Complete beginners are very welcome, and the environment is designed to feel inclusive, relaxed, and supportive. Wheel throwing is available for more advanced students, while hand-building techniques make the session accessible for everyone.
What to expect:
  • Hands-on guidance from an experienced potter throughout the session.
  • The opportunity to design and create your own ceramic pieces, such as mugs, vases, or decorative items.
  • A chance to experiment with different pottery techniques and materials.
  • Wheel throwing available for advanced students only.
  • Wheelchair-friendly studio with all tools and aprons provided.
  • Your finished pieces will be left to dry before their first firing.
  • The option to attend a second class to glaze your pieces, with collection available afterwards or through another workshop booking.
  • Suitable for birthdays, hen parties, corporate events, and group celebrations.
You’ll leave the workshop with new creative skills, a sense of accomplishment, and pottery pieces on their way to becoming beautifully finished ceramics you can treasure or gift!
What you'll get
  • You will get to produce a piece of ceramic work of your own choosing!
  • You will need a second session to glaze your work after it has had it's first firing.
Knowledge required
Just come along with enthusiasm. All levels welcome.
What to bring
Everything is provided to make your workshop an enjoyable experience.
Suitable for

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

This experience would also be a unique gift for her, gift for mum or Father's Day gift.

Location

Stoke Newington

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Lesley McShea
Lesley McShea

female Women-owned

I am an established Punk potter / Ceramicist originally from Lancashire, England, now based in Stoke Newington, London N16.
I trained in Australia where I gained a thorough knowledge of glazes.
I returned to my homeland, and completed a BA Honors Degree in 1992. I worked in Adult Education for most of my Adult life teaching Ceramics / Pottery plus concurrently as a Ceramics technician, until I retired in 2015.
I now offer informal ceramics workshops for Adults in my studio which is a welcome relaxed approach to formal teaching.
These are small groups of students with varying levels of experience and beginners are very welcome.
Wheel throwing for experienced people only please.

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2026-06-12 15:00:00
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