Private Clay experience workshop
Private Clay Experience Workshop
Your own personal clay journey. Enjoy undivided attention and tailored instruction as you discover the joy of creating with clay in a relaxed, one-to-one setting.
This private workshop offers something truly special—complete focus on your creative goals, your pace, and your vision. Whether you’re a complete beginner taking your first steps with clay or an experienced maker wanting to craft something specific, Paula will customize the session entirely around you.
What Makes It Special
With personal tuition throughout, you’ll receive expert guidance tailored precisely to your skill level and aspirations. Want to master a particular technique? Create a meaningful gift? Simply explore what’s possible with clay? This is your time to learn, create, and enjoy the meditative pleasure of hand-building without distraction.
What You’ll Create
Using traditional hand-building techniques—coiling, pinching, and slab building—you’ll shape clay into whatever inspires you. Paula will adapt her teaching to match your goals, whether that’s learning fundamental skills, refining your technique, or bringing a specific creative vision to life.
No wheel throwing—just the timeless art of working directly with clay using your hands and simple tools.
The Experience
Part 1: Private Making Session (2 hours)
Immerse yourself in the creative process with Paula’s full attention. Learn at your own pace in the peaceful, spacious Fenstanton studio with personalized instruction every step of the way.
Immerse yourself in the creative process with Paula’s full attention. Learn at your own pace in the peaceful, spacious Fenstanton studio with personalized instruction every step of the way.
Part 2: Glazing Session (1 hour, approximately 2 weeks later)
Return to add colour and finish to your bisque-fired work. Choose from over 140 stunning glazes with expert advice to achieve exactly the look you want.
Return to add colour and finish to your bisque-fired work. Choose from over 140 stunning glazes with expert advice to achieve exactly the look you want.
Your finished pieces will be glaze-fired and ready for collection shortly after.
Perfect For
- Thoughtful, unique gift experiences
- Anyone wanting focused, personalized instruction
- Beginners seeking a gentle, private introduction to clay
- Experienced makers working on specific projects
- Those who prefer learning one-to-one
Booking Your Session
Flexible scheduling available
Have a particular date in mind? Contact Paula to check availability and book your private creative experience.
Have a particular date in mind? Contact Paula to check availability and book your private creative experience.
All materials, tools, firing, and dedicated personal tuition included. Just bring yourself and your creativity!
“What I loved about your classes from day one is your relaxed and casual yet thorough approach to teaching someone about working with clay. I think the very supportive and positive environment you’ve created in your classes is an important feature to highlight. I’ve (also) really appreciated your flexibility around the workings of your studio, particularly during the pandemic.”
Lauren McBeath Jan 2021
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£85.00
