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Pottery Workshops

Pottery Workshop Near Me

Introduction To Clay (Hand building)

Duration– 2.5 hours
Fees– INR 1200/per person
Includes– 18% taxes, all materials.
Age– 16years +
Schedule-
Fri- 11am-1:30pm & 3pm-5:30pm
Sat- 11am-1:30pm & 3pm-5:30pm
Sun- 3pm-5:30pm
Mon- 11am-1:30pm & 3pm-5:30pm
Tue- 11am-1:30pm & 3pm-5:30pm
Wed- 11am-1:30pm

Explore the magic of clay in our Introduction to clay workshop, perfect for beginners! This hands-on workshop is a great way to learn the basics of pottery.

We’ll start with a simple introduction to how pottery works and guide you through the steps, from shaping the clay to finishing your piece. You’ll learn fun hand-building techniques like pinching, coiling, and slab-building.

Note: This workshop focuses on hand-building and does not include the pottery wheel.

Details

This is a relaxed, creative experience where you can shape, mold, and design your own pottery with your hands. It’s a perfect way to try something new and enjoy the process of making art with clay.

In this session you can make things like mug, bowl, platter, name plate, planter or wind chime etc.

Collecting your piece

After your workshop, you’re welcome to take your unfired (wet) pieces home — at no extra cost. These pieces can be painted or displayed as decorative keepsakes, but please note:
they are not waterproof or food-safe, and should not be used functionally.

If you’d like your pieces to be glazed and professionally fired, we offer that at an additional cost of ₹500 per piece. 
Glazed pieces are food-safe, water-resistant, perfect for long-term use or gifting.
– Glazed pieces will be ready for collection after 7 days
– If you’re unable to pick them from us, we can ship anywhere within India for ₹300 per piece. 

Bookings – For this workshop booking are open only for coming 60 days, for booking and any other query please whatsapp/call on +91 9805312554 (Vivek), advance reservation with full payment will be required.

Refund/cancellation
80% refund- 5 days before the workshop
50% refund – 3 days before the workshop
30% refund – 2 days before the workshop

Rescheduling-
No extra charges- 4 days before the workshop starts
30% extra charges- 0-3 days before the workshop starts

Pottery in Himachal

Pottery Wheel Experience

Duration– 2 hours
Fees– INR 1800/ person
Includes– 18% taxes and all materials.
Age– 16years +
Schedule-
Fri- 11:30 am-1:30pm & 3:30 pm-5:30pm
Sat- 11:30 am-1:30pm & 3:30 pm-5:30pm
Sun- 3:30 pm-5:30pm
Mon- 11:30 am-1:30pm & 3:30 pm-5:30pm
Tue- 11:30 am-1:30pm & 3:30 pm-5:30pm
Wed- 11:30 am-1:30pm

The session begins with a brief introduction where our instructors will explain the basics of the pottery wheel and demonstrate how to use it. You’ll learn how to center the clay, shape it, and create beautiful forms on the wheel.

Once the demonstration is complete, it’s your turn! Each participant will have their own wheel to work on, giving you plenty of time to practice and create your own pottery pieces. Don’t worry if you’re new to this—the instructors will be by your side throughout the session, offering guidance, tips, and support whenever needed.

Details

Working on the pottery wheel is a skill which requires a lot of practice, but still as a beginner it will be fun experience for you and you will get the basics. With the instructor’s help you will be able to make some small shapes like mugs and bowls.

Collecting your piece

After your workshop, you’re welcome to take your unfired (wet) pieces home — at no extra cost. These pieces can be painted or displayed as decorative keepsakes, but please note:
they are not waterproof or food-safe, and should not be used functionally.

If you’d like your pieces to be glazed and professionally fired, we offer that at an additional cost of ₹500 per piece. 
Glazed pieces are food-safe, water-resistant, perfect for long-term use or gifting.
– Glazed pieces will be ready for collection after 7 days
– If you’re unable to pick them from us, we can ship anywhere within India for ₹300 per piece. 

Bookings – Bookings are always open for coming 60 days. For booking and any other query please whatsapp/call on +91 9805312554 (Vivek), advance reservation with full payment will be required.

Refund/cancellation-
80% refund- 10 days before the workshop
50% refund – 7 days before the workshop
30% refund – 4 days before the workshop

Rescheduling-
No extra charges- 3 days before the workshop starts
30% extra charges- 0-2 days before the workshop starts

Pottery Workshop Near Me

Starts everyday (except Thursday)
Residential / Non residential
Level- Beginners to Intermediate
Time – 11AM to 1:30 PM & 3:00PM to 5:30PM
Total Duration – 12.5 HOURS
Location- Studio 1
Age – 18years +

Fees
Non residential:
INR 10000/person (Including – taxes and all material)

Residential: INR 32450 for 1 person & INR 50150 for 2 people (Including taxes, all meals and materials)

This immersive five-day workshop is your gateway to mastering the pottery wheel! Whether you’re a beginner or have some experience, we’ll guide you step-by-step through the essentials of wheel throwing. Perfect for anyone looking to get hands-on, have fun, and bring their creative vision to life! After completing this course, participants can join membership and practice sessions to continue exploring at their own pace

Kids pottery workshop

Form & Flow: Hand-building Large Vessels (5 Days) 

Starts everyday (except Thursday)
Level- Beginners to Intermediate
Time – 11AM to 1:30 PM & 3:00PM to 5:30PM
Total Duration – 12.5 HOURS
Location- Studio 1
Age – 18years +

Fees 
Non residential:
INR 6000/person (Including – taxes and all material)

Residential: INR 23500 for 1 person & INR 37500 for 2 people (Including taxes, all meals and materials)

A meditative handbuilding course focused on creating large vase forms using traditional clay techniques. Perfect for beginners, hobbyists, or anyone looking to slow down and connect deeply with clay in an intentional, mindful way.
After completing this course, participants can join membership and practice sessions to continue exploring at their own pace

Pottery Workshop Near Me

DIY Paint-on-Pottery Workshop

Duration– Until you finish your piece
Fees– starting from 700 – 4000, depending on the piece you choose.
Includes– 18% taxes, all painting materials and the painted piece.
Age– 8 years +
Timing – Fri to Wed, 11:00am- 5:30pm

The DIY Paint-on-Pottery Workshop is perfect for anyone looking to relax and explore their creative side. Whether you’re an art enthusiast, a family with kids, a group of friends, or a solo creative seeking “me-time”, this workshop offers a fun, hands-on experience for all. It’s also a unique way to celebrate special occasions, bond with loved ones, or even enjoy a team-building activity.

Details

Tourists and travelers can craft a one-of-a-kind souvenir, while DIY lovers will relish the chance to create something truly personal. No experience needed—just bring your enthusiasm and let your imagination flow!

Collecting your piece – After the workshop you can collect your piece from the studio, we will pack it for you. This piece will not be food safe and can not be used as a functional pottery. If you are not able to collect it, we can also ship it your address anywhere in India with extra charges.

Bookings – For this workshop no prior booking is required, you can come anytime and join it. But if you are coming in a group, then it is suggested to make an appointment in advance.

For booking and any other query please whatsapp/call on +91 98160 96575 .

Kids pottery workshop

Pottery Wheel Workshop for Kids and Parents

Duration – 60 minutes
Fees – INR 800/person
Age – 3-13 years
Included – 18% taxes and all materials
Timing- 
Fri- 12:00 am-1:00pm & 4:00 pm-5:00pm
Sat- 12:00 am-1:00pm & 4:00 pm-5:00pm
Sun- 4:00 pm-5:00pm
Mon-12:00 am-1:00pm & 4:00 pm-5:00pm
Tue- 12:00 am-1:00pm & 4:00 pm-5:00pm
Wed- 4:00 pm-5:00pm

This is a pottery wheel workshop for kids and parents. Discover the joy of working with the clay under the guidance of able instructors to create beautiful pottery pieces. Kids would love to get their hands dirty, feeling and playing with the clay. The objective of this workshop is to create something interesting while having fun and enjoying the process of learning.

Details

In this workshop participants will be explained how to work on pottery wheel and make pots on it. After the introduction each participant gets a wheel to work and instructors will be there to help and guide. During the workshop participants will be able to make simple shapes like mugs and bowls, more than making pieces this workshop is focused on experience.
Instructors will be there throughout to help and guide. All materials will be provided.

Collecting your piece – After the workshop you can take your wet pieces, there are no extra charges for it. You can take them carefully, colour them and put as decor piece. But these piece can not be used as a functional pottery and it dissolve in the water.
If you want these pieces to be glazed there will be extra charges of 500/pc. These pieces can be collected after 7 days from the studio.
If you are not able to collect it, we can ship it your address anywhere in India with extra charges of 300/pc.

Bookings – Bookings are always open for the coming 60 days. To book and any other query please WhatsApp / call on +91 9805312554 (Vivek), advance reservation with full payment will be required.

Refund/cancellation-
80% refund- 10 days before the workshop
50% refund- 7 days before the workshop
30% refund- 4 days before the workshop

Rescheduling-
No extra charges- 3 days before the workshop starts
30% extra charges- 0-2 days before the workshop starts

ACTIVITY
Day 1 (Friday) - Today, you will arrive in the serene village of Dharamkot. We recommend you check-in to our Studio latest by 12PM, though checkin time is till 2PM.
After settling-in to your rooms, you will be served lunch at the cafeteria.

At 4 PM, you will start with your first workshop “An Introduction to Pottery”. This workshop will take about 2.5 to 3 hrs.
At night, you will indulge in dinner (possibly around a bonfire depending on weather) and then relax.
Day 2 (Saturday) - 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM: You will begin the day with guided meditation in Dharamkot.
On returning, you will be served a sumptuous breakfast in our cafe.

At around 11:30 AM, you will head to the Studio for your second workshop. Today we will split the group in two batches for personalised attention to all participants. One group will attend the “Hand-building- pinching” workshop and the other will learn the “Intro to Pottery Wheel” workshop. The first workshop will continue till 2:00 PM.
Then you will break for lunch. We recommend that after lunch, you take it some time for yourself and relax.
Post-lunch rest, you will take the second workshop from the above two starting from 4:00 PM to 6:30 PM, depending on what you did in the morning.
Wrap up your dinner at our cafe.
Day 3 (Sunday) - Today is a mix of learning and exploration!

After breakfast, you will attend the fourth workshop (11:00 AM TO 1:30 PM) on “Texturing/Surface Decoration”.
Then after lunch, you will start your local sightseeing tour. Our expert local guides will take you to the Dalai Lama Temple, St. John’s in the Wilderness Church and the Mcleodganj Market. Take time to experience the spiritual energy of Dharamshala.
You can either return to the Studio with our guide in a cab which departs by 6 PM or stay longer and take a taxi back.
Dinner will be served in the evening but you can also explore one of the many restaurants/ bars in Mcleodganj.
Day 4 (Monday) - 9:00 AM TO 10:00 AM: You will begin the day with sound-bath or yoga at one of the many renowned centres in Dharamkot.

Then, head back to the Studio for breakfast and another day of pottery learning. You will now learn the advanced techniques in pottery making in your fifth and sixth art sessions.
We will again split the group in two batches for personalised attention to all participants. One group will attend the “Advanced Hand-building- Slab/coiling method” workshop and the other will learn the “Wheel Throwing/ Shaping Technique” workshop. The first workshop will be scheduled from 11:30 AM to 2:00 PM.
Then you will break for lunch.
Post-lunch, you will take the second workshop from the above two, depending on what you did in the morning. This will start from 4:00 PM and continue till 6:30 PM.
Wrap up your dinner at our cafe. By now you must have made friends with instructors and other participants, so we are sure you have some amazing conversations.
Day 5 (Tuesday) - 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM: Today, you will start your day with a warm cup of tea & Nature Walk to Naddi. The trail meanders through the forests, offering stunning views of the valley below and the distant mountain ranges.

Then, head back to the Studio for breakfast. You will now attend the last and seventh art session on “ surface decoration with Coloured Under-Glazes”. The session will be from 11:30 AM to 2:00 PM.
After lunch, you can spend the rest of the day at leisure. You can pick your favourite thing to do today…finish off your artwork with some guidance from our instructors, head out and take a hike, go shopping, spend a lazy day in a cafe, walk around the flag point for sunset…the choices are endless. We will see you back at the Studio at 7 PM for our farewell dinner.
Day 6 (Wednesday) - Today is the day we bid adieu! After breakfast, it’s time to pack up and gaze at the Dhauladhar range for one last time till we see you again. The check-out is at 11 AM.

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INCLUDEDNOT INCLUDED
5 nights accommodation,

Room cleaning and linen change on Sunday and can also be done upon your request.

Toiletries available on request.

Packaged mineral drinking water for all days.
Airfare

Taxi from / to the airport to/ from studio.
All meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner). We serve healthy, vegetarian and delicious Indian meals from organic vegetables sourced locally. Vegan or gluten-free food is also available on request.Alcohol or anything else that you purchase or avail the services of during your stay.
Pottery SessionsCourier charges for shipping Art pieces you create
Half- Day tour to Mcleodganj covering Dalai Lama Temple, St. John’s in the Wilderness Church and the Mcleodganj Market

Vehicle where required.
Bank fee/ Money exchange fee/ Other payment charges

Any other trips/plans that you make during the stay.
Nature walk, Yoga, Meditation/ sound healing SessionLaundry
Art SuppliesAnything not mentioned in the inclusions.

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ACTIVITY
Day 1:
Arrive for check-in before 2 pm, allowing yourself to acclimate to the retreat atmosphere.
Explore your surroundings, connect with fellow participants, and commence your artistic journey with the first session from 4:00 pm to 6:30 pm-Charcoal sketching.
Evening relaxation and dinner.
Day 2:
(9:00 am to 10:00 am) Meditation at Tushita meditation centre
11:30 am: Thangka Painting will start at Studio-1
Workshop will continue till 2:00 pm.
2:00 pm to 4:00 pm - Lunch & Rest
4:00 pm: Go on a small walk with a facilitator for Nature Journaling.
6:00 pm: Reach back to the comfort of your hotel to spend the evening as you desire.
Day 3:
Start your day with Hike to Prayer Flag Point(11:00 am to 1:30 pm)
2:00 pm to 4:00 pm - Lunch & Rest
4:00 to 6:00 pm: Acrylic pouring workshop at Dharamkot Studio- 2.
Day 4:
9:00am to 1:00pm Kangra Painting Workshop at Studio-1
Breakfast will be arranged at the studio.
1:00 to 3:00 pm: lunch and relax
3:00- 6:30 pm guided walk and exploration of Mcleodganj.
Take a beautiful walk around Dalai Lama Temple, Church, Naddi village and explore cafes and shop if you wish.
After that, you can return to stay or get cozy in one of the many cafes of Mcleodganj.
The distance between Mcleodganj and your stay is just 2-3 km from the hotel.
Day 5:
8:30 to 9:30 am: Sound bath session at Buddha Blessing.
11:00 am-1:30 pm- Paint on Pottery workshop at Dharamkot Studio- 1
After this session, your retreat program will be concluded. You’re free to explore and spend your day as you desire.
Day 6:
As the retreat concludes, savor a moment to absorb the scenic beauty of the Dhauladhar ranges. Check-out is at 11 am.

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InclusionsExclusions
Accommodation all daysPick-up & drop from the airport/bus stand
Guide where requiredMeals
All workshops with materialsNothing not mentioned in the inclusions
Art pieces made during the workshops.Bank fee/ Money exchange fee/ Other payment charges
Activities such as Meditation & Sound Bath.
Laundry
Nature Journaling
Nature hike
Internal transfers
Taxis where required

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Pottery Retreat Schedule
Day 1 (Sunday) -

12:00 – 2:00 PM → Check-in at the retreat centre, settle into your cottages, lunch at the café, and rest

4:00 – 6:30 PM → Pottery session – Getting comfortable with clay & basics

7:30 PM → Dinner at the café and relaxation
Day 2 (Monday) –

8:30 – 9:30 AM → Light yoga & meditation

10:00 – 11:00 AM → Breakfast

11:30 AM – 2:00 PM → Pottery session – Hand-building (Pinching and coiling method)

2:00 – 4:00 PM → Lunch & rest

4:00 – 6:30 PM → Pottery session – Introduction to the Wheel

Evening → Explore nearby or enjoy dinner at the retreat centre
Day 3 (Tuesday) –

8:30 – 9:30 AM → Yoga & meditation

9:30 – 10:30 AM → Breakfast

11:30 AM – 2:00 PM → Pottery session – Texturing & Surface Decoration

2:00 – 3:30 PM → Lunch & rest

3:30 – 6:30 PM → Local exploration with a guide

Evening → Return to the retreat centre or continue exploring on your own
Day 4 (Wednesday) –

8:30 – 9:30 AM → Yoga & meditation

9:30 – 10:30 AM → Breakfast

11:30 AM – 2:00 PM → Pottery session – Hand-building

2:00 – 4:00 PM → Lunch & rest

4:00 – 6:30 PM → Pottery session – Wheel Throwing & Shaping

Evening → Explore nearby or have dinner at the retreat centre
Day 5 (Thursday) –

8:30 – 9:30 AM → Yoga, meditation & gentle nature walk

9:30 – 10:30 AM → Breakfast

11:30 AM – 2:00 PM → Final pottery session – Surface Decoration with Coloured Under-Glazes

2:00 PM onwards → Lunch — spend the rest of the day relaxing at the retreat centre or exploring nearby at your own pace. The retreat concludes here.
Day 6 (Friday) –

10:00 AM → Breakfast, Check-out and goodbyes — until we welcome you again, may this retreat stay with you.

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INCLUDEDNOT INCLUDED
5 nights accommodation, Room cleaning and linen change on Sunday (available on request on other days)

Toiletries (available on request)

Packaged mineral drinking water (for all days)

Breakfast and lunch every day, and dinner on Day 1

Vegan or gluten-free options available on request

Pottery sessions

Half day local tour

Yoga and meditation sessions

Art supplies / pottery materials
Airfare Taxi from/to the airport or studio

Alcohol or any other personal purchases/services during your stay

Courier charges for shipping the art pieces you create

Laundry

Bank fees, money exchange charges, or other payment charges

Any trips or plans not mentioned in the inclusions

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