Turn ideas into objects. 

Join us for a 2 hour open access pottery session in our cosy studio in central London. During each session we provide unlimited materials, access to our tools & the expert guidance from our tutors for taster & hand-building. 

Small groups – up to 8 makers per session. 

**FOR**
- Complete beginners looking to try ceramics for the first time.
- People with some experience looking to use our facilities & create freely.
- Makers with prior wheel-throwing experience looking to practice on the wheel and expand their skills (please refer to our terms and conditions related to the wheel rentals before booking).

**MATERIALS** all included in the price.
- 6 types of clay: white, speckled, grey, mocha, terracotta, eco (recycled)
- Colourful underglazes ( 12+ colours)
- Underglaze pencils
- Glazes ( 12+ effect colours)* 
*If you come for just one session you won’t be able to use the glazes (pieces need to dry and be bisque-fired), but you can use colourful underglazes and we will cover the work with transparent glaze for free.  

**DETAILS:**
- Two hour open-access pottery session
- Tuesdays 7 to 9 PM and Saturdays 3 to 5 PM
- No hidden fees: materials and firings included
- Small groups - up to 8 people per session
- Technician/tutor support every session (hand-building/taster)
- Central london studio location SE1
- Fully stocked studio

**FACILITES & TOOLS**
- Rolling pins, ceramic modelling tools & tabletop whirlers
- Plaster slump & hump moulds 
- Aprons provided 
- Tea, Coffee & Biscuit station
- 4 electric throwing wheels (must be booked in advance via ticket options and ONLY for those who have prior wheel experience. Please read information below) 


Pottery Taster/Drop-in Session - Hand-Building with Clay & Decoration

Monica McCall

Hands down best clay experience! Inez was extremely knowledgable and so helpful. She gave us an intro on how to do some basic techniques, let us chose our own clay and then helped us build and perfect our creations. This class is great because if you're a beginner they can give you lots of guidance but if you're advanced you basically get free range to let your imagination come to life. It was such a relaxed setting, and the little studio dog was the highlight of the experience! There's also snacks and refreshments and location is super central. Booking another session with Decima asap! Thanks Irina and Ines!

Gienny

I had an amazing Saturday afternoon at the Taster session. Irina taught us some basic techniques of working with clay and was very supportive and patient throughout the lesson. I got a chance to make a cup which was later fired and I picked it up from the studio. I found working with clay really relaxing and the overall experience at Decima Clay was just excellent: beautiful and cosy studio, and my group mates were lovely! Looking forward to be back at the studio for the beginner course or further sessions! ♥️

Maria Gkotsi

Lovely experience from beginning to end! Will be going back! 

Brenda Gabriel

Very welcoming tutor .
Enjoyable session.
Informative.

Kiara Assaraf

I visited for a taster/drop off session. I really enjoyed it. Especially since you can make as many pieces you like and get them are fired. The teacher in the session was also very helpful and guided me through the pieces I wanted to make. They have a lot of material available and very beautiful clay. I’ll definitely come back. 

Zeynep Dogan

Great for beginners! Teacher was very sweet and helpful, answering any questions or concerns when building with the clay. The team is also very sweet and responsive via email to book further sessions! Looking forward to going back.

Caroline Martin

Just fab as ever such a warm creative environment thanks 

Elle Kindler

Myself and my two friends did a lesson and no one else joined which was great as meant we got the instructors help more - she was brilliant, really welcoming, clear and super impressive. She taught us some of the basics but really helped us to create what we had in mind. Loved it and can't to do it again! 

Halan Mo

This is the second time I've gone to the drop in session at Decima. The tutors are always very knowledgeable and available to provide help when you need it. It's always a delight to join workshops at Decima.

Olivia Rosenstrom

I highly recommend this pottery taster - my friend and I had so much fun and learned a lot in the process. The studio was welcoming and had great facilities. Annette Lindenberg was friendly, engaging and knowledgeable. I am so tempted to attend the foundation course with decima.

Cordelia Lam

Hello- I did the 17 December drop in class and left my work (a large mug with Cordelia’s Cup engraved in the base) for kiln firing. I went back to the Elephant studio last week to check if it was ready as I still hadn’t received an email, and was told it wasn’t ready yet. Please can I check if this is now ready for me to pick up? 

Julia Tan

Very good initiation class for pottery beginners, many thanks! :-)

Tamara Bacchia

Really fun class. The theory session before starting helped frame how and what to make. I’m a beginner and would definitely recommend!

Kelly Cole

fun to try something new in a relaxed environment-  Great instruction, friendly small group setting - highly recommend!

Marji Abela

A great taster into working with clay. A lovely team of professionals who offer their expertise in hand building and glazing. A really fun and productive couple of hours. 

Anastasia Birchenko

It was our first time pottery-making, and it was an amazing experience! We loved the process and our teacher's clear explanations. I highly recommend it -- it's a great activity to do with your partner

Pottery Drop-in Session - Taster | Hand-Building 

Devika Kumari Chadha

Decima Clay is a very special studio. 
I recently did a course and I will be going back for drop in sessions as it is exactly the skills based learning I want. Taught by inspiring Artists that are genuinely interested in helping me reach the goals I want to in my art practice! A great find! 

Omer Salem

Instructor was very nice and helpful! Good vibes!

Ellie Smith

This session was brilliant. Unu was really friendly and knowledgeable, making us feel at ease and helping us with our ideas. She made it fun as well as a chance to learn. It didn’t matter that we each had completely different ceramics experience, we all got a lot out of the class and I can’t wait to collect my pieces.

Camille Jamet

I recently had the pleasure of attending a Pottery Drop-in Session at Decima Clay Studio after missing one of the classes in their wheel throwing course. The experience was, as always, a delightful one, and I feel compelled to share my thoughts.

The teacher at Decima Clay Studio is fantastic. Their guidance and expertise created a warm and encouraging atmosphere, perfect for honing one's pottery skills. They were attentive to every student's needs, offering invaluable advice and patiently helping us to improve our techniques. It's rare to find an instructor who not only has a wealth of knowledge but is also so committed to their students' success.

The structure of the drop-in session was well-organised and easy to follow. The wheel rental process was seamless, and I was quickly set up to work on my pottery piece. The session was designed to accommodate students at various skill levels, so I never felt out of place or overwhelmed. The pacing was just right, allowing ample time to practice and learn while also maintaining a sense of progression.



Kimberley Puchois

Really not helpful in letting me reschedule

Ben Houghton

Loved it. The tutor was super friendly and helpful. I made a slab constructed mug and painted it. Looking forward to picking it up in a week after it is glazed and put in the kiln. Highly recommend. 

Monica Mota

Very welcoming teachers and staff who are very  patient with complete beginners and deliver bespoke lessons and guidance in very small classes. Lots of freedom on what to make, plenty of materials, tools and types of clay available and very central location. Cannot wait to book my next class! 

Aoife Brown

It was really great I didn’t have to bring anything like clay or tools and the lady showed me new clay techniques. Was definitely worth my money

Benjamin Pearton

Lovely, relaxing space to try out pottery for the first time! There were a couple of more experienced people in there with us who got all the guidance they wanted too :) Shout out to Carlaina (may have spelt her name wrong so sorry if so) for guiding us through it. Looking forward to collecting my work!

Sophie Vaugelade-Kilaas

Such a nice workshop, thank you for having us 

Tanya Sethi

I tried the taster class and it was so much fun! Liz was great and explained everything. I had a great time, would come again!

Jess Trafford

Brilliant session. Liz was really friendly and helpful. She gave me a clear demo and was available for advice during. I loved seeing what other people were making. Lovely relaxed but supportive environment. 

IAN DERRY

An amazing few hours being introduced into the wonderful world of ceramics. Would definitely recommend  this fun, therapeutic and creative experience.

Pottery class in Central London (SE1). Teacher led hand-building clay session.  Unlimited materials and firings included in cost. 

Decima Clay Borough

5 session bundle

For complete beginners, perfect for those with no prior experience. The class will start with a 15 minute demo. Collect your work 2 weeks after class.

Taster Hand-Building 

For those with a little bit of experience; feel free to come in, set up & get making!  Tutor support throughout. Collect your work 2 weeks after your class.

Drop-in Hand-Building

10 session bundle

Access to one of our 4 wheels. There will be no tutor support, must have completed our Wheel-Throwing Course or an equivalent. Cleanup starts 15 mins before end

Wheel Rental (NO TUTOR SUPPORT)

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Irina Razumovskaya is a Russian-Israeli ceramic sculptor and educator based in London. Her work combines architectural forms with innovative surfaces and glaze.

Inés is Spanish-Filipino industrial designer and bespoke homeware manufacturer based in London, focusing on architectural ceramics and interiors.

In her practice Vicky specialises in creating compositions that find visual balance. She is strongly influenced by her perception of the built environment.

Annette Lindenberg is a German/British ceramicist, whose work focuses on Kurinuki, the Japanese method of hollowing and carving blocks of clay. 

Ruby Elliot is an illustrator, cartoonist and author based in London. She publishes work online and in print under the name Rubyetc. 

Unu Sohn is a ceramic artist based in London. She obtained her MA in Ceramics from the Royal College of Art following a post-baccalaureate at the SAIC Chicago. 

Karlina Mezecka is an artist from Riga,  based in London. Karlina got her BA in ceramics at the Art Academy of Latvia, MA Royal College of Art London. 

Elizabeth Jackson lives and works in London. She graduated in 2021 with an MA in Ceramics & Glass from the RCA.

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