No prior experience needed | This is a guided session
1 hr | 1.5 hrs | 2 hrs
INR 1800 (1 hr)
INR 2000 (1.5 hrs)
INR 2300 (2 hrs)
11:00 am | 4:00 pm
Session Highlights
- Studio tour introducing you to the ceramic-making process and the different stages of a piece
- Throwing demonstration
- Centering clay, opening and pulling walls
- Exploring forms like cylinders, bowls & vases
What to Expect from the Session
We begin with a brief introduction to the ceramic-making process and a guided studio tour, giving you an understanding of how ceramics move through the different stages of making.
This is a hands-on session introducing you to the potter's wheel. We encourage you to enjoy and relax during the process rather than focus on the end product. You can expect to create 3–8 small pieces as tangible outcomes of the session.
To Book or Enquire
Please send us a WhatsApp message on +91 9958488352 with the following details:
- Preferred date
- Number of participants
- Preferred time slot: 11:00 am or 4:00 pm
- Session name: Wheel Pottery, Hand-Building, Kids Pottery or Paint on Pottery
- Preferred session duration: 1 hour, 1.5 hours or 2 hours (Wheel Pottery only)
A booking amount of INR 500 per person is charged to reserve your spot. This amount will be adjusted against your session fee at the time of payment. The booking amount is non-refundable.
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Glazing & Firing
Our session fee covers the guided pottery experience and the use of a dedicated pottery wheel for each participant. Glazing and firing are not included.
If you would like us to glaze and fire your piece, the charge is INR 1,000 per piece. The glazing and firing process takes approximately 40-50 days.
Once your piece is ready, you are welcome to collect it from the studio. Please send us a WhatsApp message before your visit so we can have your work ready for collection. We kindly request that all finished pieces be collected within three months, after which any unclaimed work will be donated to children from the surrounding village.
Things to Be Mindful Of
- Please arrive 5–10 minutes before your scheduled session
- Trimmed nails are ideal for wheel work
- Wear comfortable clothing that is suitable for working with clay
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Pre-booking is essential, as our sessions have limited slots and are often fully booked in advance.
NISO is a boutique pottery studio with an ongoing design and teaching practice. Pre-booking allows us to plan ahead and ensure that our team has the time and attention to give you a meaningful, hands-on experience.
Experiences — Everything You Need to Know
Can I visit the studio to buy ceramics?
Yes.
Our studio shop is open from 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM and 3:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
We are closed on Mondays, and no prior reservation is required to visit the shop and browse or purchase ceramics.
Prior reservations are required for pottery sessions or if you would like to meet the team to discuss a custom ceramic order or our courses.
How long does the glazing and firing process take? And why does it take so long?
The complete process takes approximately one month.
This includes trimming, slow drying, bisque firing, sanding, washing, waxing, glazing, glaze firing and packing.
If you opt for delivery within India, you can expect to receive your finished piece within 40–50 days from the date of your workshop.
Please note that timelines can vary slightly depending on weather, drying conditions and kiln schedules.
What is your refund or cancellation policy?
Booking fees are non-refundable.
If you need to reschedule your session, please inform us at least 48 hours before your scheduled session.
Rescheduling requests made with less than 48 hours' notice may not be accommodated.
Can my toddler or infant accompany me during the session?
Unfortunately, no.
As a working pottery studio with fragile objects, tools and equipment, we are unable to accommodate infants or toddlers during pottery sessions.
This helps ensure the safety of children while maintaining a focused and enjoyable learning environment for all participants.
We Use
CLAY
- Stoneware clay for wheel sessions, with bisque firing at Cone 06 and glaze firing at Cone 6.
- Terracotta clay for hand-building sessions, with bisque firing at Cone 06. Student hand-built pieces are not glaze fired.
WHEELS
Electric pottery wheels.
KILN
Electric kiln.