No prior experience needed | This is a guided session
INR 2,000
(Minimum 2 participants required)
11:00 am | 4:00 pm
Session Highlights
- Studio tour introducing you to the ceramic-making process and the different stages of a piece
- Techniques: pinching, coiling, and slab work
- Exploring functional and abstract forms
- Visual storytelling
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.
Our hand-building sessions are designed to be welcoming and playful. They are especially suited for groups of friends and family, as well as complete strangers coming together to share a creative experience.
We incorporate visual storytelling into the session, encouraging participants to explore their imagination and create something unique using the hand-building techniques introduced during the workshop.
The emphasis is not on creating a perfect piece, but on enjoying the process of making and observing how you feel throughout the experience.
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
We do not offer glaze firing services for hand-built pieces made during the workshop. Participants can opt for bisque firing at an additional cost ranging from INR 300 to INR 1200 depending on the size of the piece. We will take approximately a 1 month cycle to finish your piece.
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.