Weekend Intensive with Viola - Learning about Pottery from the founder
● Firing and material costs included.
● Suitable for beginners, advanced learners, and professionals
● 3 sessions, each 4 hours across 2 weekends – choose the format that suits you
● Small groups with up to 8 participants
Description
This is a three-session pottery course for anyone who wants to dive deeper and learn from an experienced potter our founder, Viola Beuscher.
The class is designed to welcome both complete beginners and participants with existing experience who want to develop their skills in a calm and focused studio setting.
Each session lasts 4 hours and includes all materials: clay, glaze, and firing.
This intensive weekend class takes place in our ceramics studio in Frankfurt and is limited to eight participants. The small group size gives you enough room to practise on the wheel while still receiving personal guidance whenever needed.
What you will learn:
Session 1: Wheel throwing from scratch, creating series and plates, with a focus on exploring different approaches.
Session 2: Trimming, attaching handles, and basic decorating techniques. You’ll learn helpful tricks and small techniques that make a difference.
Session 3: Glazing your ceramic pieces, including a range of glazing methods, with their advantages and considerations explained.
Participants are always welcome to bring their individual questions; Viola will address them and integrate them into the course flow.
If you are unsure whether this class is the right fit for you and you would prefer to start with a beginner class, you can find our beginner courses here.
Your finished ceramics will be ready for pickup about one week after the final session. Please note that we can only store pieces for up to two months due to limited space in the studio.
All sessions take place on fixed dates and cannot be refunded or rescheduled.
Location
Viola Beuscher Studio
Handmade ceramics workshop
Gutleutstrasse 16a, 60329 Frankfurt am Main
Refund & Cancellation Policy
Make sure to block your calendars, because all classes are fixed dates.
This means we cannot substitute and reimburse classes that you missed.
Terms of Service and Refund Policy applies.
Share the experience – gift cards available.
If you have any questions, you are always welcome to contact us. We'll get back to you as soon as possible, within 24 hours on weekdays.
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Shipping Information
This is a digital ticket which will be sent to you by e-mail.
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Customer Support
Send us an e-mail to: hello@violabeuscher.com or via the contact form
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FAQ’s
Find the most frequently asked questions in our FAQ Page
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Refund
Make sure to block your calendars, because all classes are fixed dates.
This means we cannot substitute and reimburse classes that you missed.
Our refund policy applies
Timeline
Session 1
Throwing | 4 hours
After a demonstration by the teacher we dive into a hands on practice. You create as many tableware pieces as you like.
Session 2
Trimming | 4 hours
With the process of trimming we finalize the bottom of your leather hard piece, attach handles and learn about other alteration methods. This step allows you to refine the silhouette of your work.
Session 3
Glazing | 4 hours
We glaze and decorate your pottery and cover techniques like brushing, dipping and pouring before the final firing (around 6-8 pieces)
Pickup 🎉
Your pieces will be ready to pick up one week after your last class in our studio.
Please note we cannot store your pieces longer than two month due to our storage capacity.
We are..
Viola – As the founder of the studio with over 10 years of experience, Viola brings a love for functional ceramics with a minimalist approach. She teaches the studio´s weekend classes.
Helena – With years of experience in hand-building, Helena has recently embraced the potter's wheel. She guides both beginner and intermediate classes, offering patience and insight as you explore the craft of shaping clay.
Sima – A long-standing member of the team, Sima spends her days in the workshop and teaches in the evenings. She leads classes throughout the week, catering to beginners as well as intermediate and advanced students.
Together, they are committed to helping you explore your creativity and enjoy the process of working with clay.
We create a safe space
At our studio, everyone is welcome. We celebrate diversity, respect, and an inclusive environment for all. No matter your background or experiences, you will find a supportive community here. We do not tolerate any form of exclusion or discrimination—our space is dedicated to learning, growing, and creating together. With kindness and openness at the core of everything we do, we strive to foster an atmosphere where everyone feels safe.