There’s something serene about moulding clay and letting your creativity and craftsmanship thrive. Pottery is one of the hobbies that can add inspiration to your boring routine. And you get to show off your skills with an actual, physical representation. How cool is that! So if this has struck a chord with you and you want to check out places in Bengaluru for this hobby, we’ve got you covered. Check out this list of pottery classes in Bangalore and give your artsy side a chance.
Clay Station Art Studios
This Koramangala gem is not so hidden. Clay Station started in 2009 as a pottery training studio. Today, it has evolved into a leading organisation that supports all aspects of ceramic art. There are several different pottery classes available for beginners, intermediates and pros. You can even pick a weekend class that’s perfect for the working class. From wheel throwing, and hand sculpting to miniature making and slip casting, you can learn it all here.
Where: 10, Temple Trees Row, S.T. Bed, Cauvery Colony, Koramangala
Wheel and Potter Pottery Studio
Wheel and Potter is a pottery studio and supplier in Bangalore. The place offers courses, workshops, clay dates, studio services and premium pottery. Learn how to make planters, diffusers, crockery, miniatures and much more here. You can even bring your loved ones for a private clay date and get a glimpse into the exciting world of pottery and ceramics. There are workshops for kids as well. The studio has flexible schedules available, so you can work at your own pace.
Where: Elite Garden, Srinivasa Nagar
Oriri Studio
Oriri started out as a hobby centre and pottery studio in August 2018. The place was created with the intent of being a creative space for artists to collaborate, work and teach. From custom workshops to pottery classes for beginners, there's something for everyone. Artists and professionals can also enjoy studio time to work on any creative activity.
Where: 249, 1st Main, Block No. 19, Dollars Colony, Near RMV Club, RMN 2nd Stage
Maati Sona Pottery Studio
The name "Maati Sona" signifies the metamorphosis of sand (maati) into an elegant moulded product (sona). Maati Sona Pottery Studio by Arunima offers two types of pottery classes in Bangalore. The first is an introduction to pottery and the second is all about pottery on the wheel.
Where: Basement 14th B, Jwalamala Square, 376, cross, 5th Main Road, Sector 6, HSR Layout
The Potter's Place
The Potter's Place was born out of Bhavya’s passion for pottery. This studio is considered to be a place where potters from across the city can come together and practice, work and learn from one another. Apart from the regular sculpting and wheel throwing pottery classes, you can also learn from Eric Landon, an American ceramist and designer.
Where: 1008, Top Floor, 25th Main, Sector 1, HSR Layout
Mimansa Studio Pottery
Mimansa, a designer ceramic brand, is the pottery division of Pushp Art Studio, driven by Mamta. She conducts workshops and classes regularly for all age groups. The studio also conducts corporate events for team building, sociability and recreational sessions. Get to learn terracotta, clay and more types of pottery here.
Where: Pushp Art Studio, Site 81, Tropical Paradise Silver county road, Haralur
Trayah Pottery
Trayah is firstly a handcrafted line of ceramics with a modern-day twist to an ancient craft. They also have a studio that teaches, curates and helps make pieces that fit right into any setting, having a story of its own. There are multiple workshops and pottery classes that are divided into different levels as per your experience. We liked this line from their page, “This ain’t no Hogwarts but you’ll be a potter for sure.”
Where: No.6, 1st cross road, next to Bethany Nursery School, 8th Block, Koramangala
Studio Sira
Studio Sira is a cosy pottery studio by Nikita Mishra, an inspired, full-time potter. Whether you are a beginner, a pottery lover or a professional, you can enjoy pottery classes here. There are different levels, types and styles of pottery courses you can choose from.
Where: No. 493, 15th cross, 5th main, Indiranagar II stage
Maya’s Pottery
Maya's Pottery is inspired by elements of nature. Maya is a Certified Level 1 Trainer from ART Clay Silver Academy Japan. Here, they host workshops and classes for pottery enthusiasts, corporations, schools and more.
Where: 3rd Floor, M25, 10th Main Rd, LIC Colony, HAL 3rd Stage, Sector 11, Jeevan Bima Nagar
Mud With Love
Swati Jain’s Mud With Love pottery place celebrates the feel of the clay, it's natural texture, and the imperfect bends, creases, and even finger marks that come with it. Here, you get to pick a day and timing of your choice and attend pottery-making sessions then.
Where: 44/2, Venkateshwara Layout, Kothnoor Dinne, 8th Phase, J. P. Nagar