Intensive Course – Ceramics Summer Camp 2026 (9+)

INFORMATION: Every class will be held, regardless of the number of registrations. 🙂

This intensive ceramic summer week offers children aged 9 to 13 a structured, creative, and screen-free holiday experience. Over five consecutive days, participants work with clay in a calm, professional studio environment while developing concentration, fine motor skills, and creative confidence under the guidance of experienced ceramic artists.

Throughout the week, children follow a clear creative process—from the first idea to the finished ceramic piece. They learn to work independently, develop patience and problem-solving skills, and experience the satisfaction of creating something with their own hands. The course takes place in our comfortably air-conditioned studio, providing a safe and pleasant working environment even on hot summer days.

What you will do

Throughout the week, you will create your own ceramic pieces step by step with the support of our experienced ceramic artists. You will begin by working on the pottery wheel—an exciting introduction to the world of clay—and gradually learn a variety of handbuilding techniques, including pinch, coil, and slab construction.

You will also learn how clay is recycled and explore simple decorative techniques for surface design. By focusing on form, texture, and process, you will create functional pieces such as mugs, bowls, and vases, as well as unique personal projects based on your own ideas.

Each child will work with approximately 25 kg of clay throughout the week. All selected pieces will be professionally fired and glazed by us after the course.

No previous experience required
This course is ideal for beginners in ceramics aged 9 to 13.

Course program
You can find the current start dates in our calendar. Click on a date to view the full weekly schedule.

Day 1
9:00–10:00 – Circle Time & Idea Development
Getting to know each other, sketching, and developing individual ideas.
10:00–12:00 – Centering Clay
Introduction to wedging, preparing, and centering clay on the wheel.
12:00–13:00 – Lunch Break
13:00–15:00 – Handbuilding
Pinch Pot Technique

Day 2
9:00–10:00 – Circle Time
10:00–12:00 – Throwing Cylinders
Practicing a fundamental pottery wheel form.
12:00–13:00 – Lunch Break
13:00–15:00 – Handbuilding
Coil Building Technique

Day 3
9:00–10:00 – Circle Time
10:00–12:00 – Throwing Mugs
Creating first functional vessels on the pottery wheel.
12:00–13:00 – Lunch Break
13:00–15:00 – Handbuilding
Slab Building Technique

Day 4
9:00–10:00 – Circle Time & Carving
Surface decoration and carving techniques.
10:00–12:00 – Throwing Bowls
Further wheel practice and shaping larger vessels.
12:00–13:00 – Lunch Break
13:00–15:00 – Handbuilding
Combining Multiple techniques like coil and slab technique

Day 5
9:00–10:00 – Circle Time & Weekly Wrap-Up
Reflection and presentation of the finished pieces
10:00–12:00 – Trimming Finished Pieces
Attaching feet and handles, refining details
12:00–13:00 – Lunch Break
13:00–15:00 – Ceramic Painting Workshop
An introduction to ceramic painting using ready-made bisque pieces

How many pieces will I take home?
 2–4 wheel-thrown pieces
3 small hand-built pieces
1 big painted piece
All pieces are fired and transparently glazed. They are fully functional and suitable for microwave and dishwasher use.

Course fee
€480 per person
The price includes all materials, all firing processes, glazes, and intensive supervision over five full course days.

Language
The course is held in German.