Discover the endless possibilities of clay with our introductory handbuilding pottery workshop. If you are looking for a creative space to unplug and work with your hands, this two-session course is for you. You will learn fundamental modeling techniques at your own pace in a warm, relaxed environment.
Duration: 2 sessions.
Level: Beginners (no prior experience required).
Bonus: Get a €15 discount on your enrollment fee for our regular monthly classes upon completion!
If you love working with your hands or are simply looking for a relaxing way to unplug in Santiago de Compostela, this introductory pottery course is your perfect gateway. Here, you will learn various handbuilding techniques step-by-step, fully enjoying the creative process free from the rush of daily life.
This workshop is open to everyone and is ideal for sharing with friends or family. At the Beatriz Seijo Art Studio, we want your first steps into the world of clay to be deeply rewarding, which is why we provide personalized guidance for every piece you create.
The goal is for you to understand the artisan process from start to finish, creating beautiful objects you will be proud to display:
Handbuilding Techniques: Learn the core methods to build up your pieces—using pinch, slab, or coil techniques depending on the project you have in mind.
Customization: We bring your unique ideas to life, working on textures and finishes that ensure every single creation is one of a kind.
All-Inclusive: We provide all the necessary materials and tools; you just need to bring your enthusiasm and a willingness to get your hands dirty.
Professional Firing: Once finished, our instructors will fire your pieces in our studio kiln, making them durable, decorative, and completely food-safe.
We want your introduction to ceramics to be smooth and stress-free, so we offer flexible options to support your learning journey:
Make-Up Classes: If you can’t make it to one of the sessions, you can make it up during any available studio time slot up to 2 weeks after your course finishes.
Welcome Gift: If you discover that clay is your passion after this initial experience, we will give you a €15 discount on the enrollment fee for our ongoing regular courses.
No prior experience is necessary—just let your hands start shaping the clay. Book your spot today and begin your creative adventure with us!
By booking any of our experiences or workshops, you agree to be bound by the following terms and conditions in their entirety. Our goal is to ensure the best possible organization and artistic quality for each session.
To ensure the viability of our workshops, your place will only be considered guaranteed once payment has been confirmed . If the payment process is not completed, the system will automatically cancel the reservation to release the space.
Our workshops have very limited capacity and require careful preparation of materials and staff. For this reason, we have established the following operating margin:
7 calendar days’ prior notice (or more): If you notify us of your absence at least one week in advance, you will receive a Workshop Voucher for the full amount paid. This voucher is valid for one year and can be redeemed for any activity at our school.
Cancellations made less than 7 days in advance: No voucher or refund will be issued, as the time frame does not allow for reassignment of the place and the materials will have already been processed.
Courtesy note: However, if we have a waiting list and are able to fill your place with another student, or if last-minute vacancies arise in future editions of the same workshop, we will do our best to accommodate you. This is subject to availability and does not constitute a contractual obligation.
Right of Withdrawal: As these are activities with a specific date and execution period (Art. 103.l of the LGDCU), no monetary refunds will be accepted outside of the indicated deadlines.
Redemption: Workshop Vouchers are valid for any activity available on the platform within their validity period.
Process: The redemption must be made through a new purchase process. For logistical reasons, it is not possible to purchase a gift voucher using a previous voucher.
Balance Management: If the voucher value is higher than the chosen workshop, the difference will be kept as a balance for future purchases. If the value is lower, the difference must be paid at the time of booking.
If the workshop cannot be held due to circumstances beyond our control or because the minimum number of students is not reached, you can choose between:
A full refund of the amount using the same original payment method.
You can exchange it directly for another workshop of your interest available on our calendar.
In the pottery workshops, the process concludes with the retrieval of your finished piece. Once you receive notification that your pieces are ready:
You will have one calendar month to collect them from the studio.
Due to space limitations, any unclaimed items after this period will be recycled or donated, and the right to claim them later will be forfeited.
Our workshops are open to all audiences. It doesn’t matter your age or your profile; If you are curious about ceramics and want to develop your creativity in a relaxed atmosphere, this is your place.
Of course! The Workshop has a program designed specifically for beginners. Learning from the basics will allow you to progress safely and advance much faster. The only thing you need to bring is a desire to learn; The technique will allow you to obtain surprising results almost from the first day.
Remember: The only way to fail at ceramics is to not decide to “get to work.”
Yes. The work system in the studio is completely personalized. This allows us to welcome you at any time during the course, since you set your own starting and learning pace.
The baking process itself usually takes between 8 and 10 hours. It is a fundamental step for your creations to go from being decorative objects to resistant and functional pieces. But cooling the oven is so important, it usually takes about 24 hours.
The clay pieces, before going through the kiln, are fragile and purely decorative. By baking them at high temperatures (up to 1300 ºC) for several hours, the material transforms and becomes utilitarian. It is the magical process that allows us, for example, to drink from our own modeled and enameled cups.
Yes, as long as notify in advance. We have a system for managing absences and recoveries so that you do not lose your learning rhythm due to an unforeseen event.
We work with a custom method. Each student develops their project at their own pace. The teachers constantly reinforce and correct you, ensuring that you correctly apply the technical procedures according to your level.
When is payment made? Fees are paid during the first 5 days of each month. We have a free direct debit service for your convenience.
What are the facilities like? You will enjoy a brand new, spacious and accessible studio. We have underfloor heating for your maximum comfort and a constant ventilation system. In addition, there is free parking nearby.
What about holidays? We follow the Galician work calendar. National, regional or local holidays are not recoverable, but stay tuned: sometimes we schedule independent monographic courses on those dates that may interest you.
