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A short private session for 1-4 people, focused on creativity, connection, and understanding the material—rather than a simple “play with clay, paint it” experience.

This course provides a quick introduction to working with clay

• Hand-building VND 480,000
• Wheel-throwing VND 520,000

Clay & Glaze at motcucdat

We have different types of clay and glazes to choose on.
During the workshop, we will introduce you to the properties of these materials and guide you in choosing the right ones for your project.

Workshop Experience

. Overview of handmade ceramics: clay, forming, glazing, and firing
. Space to answer most questions you may have about ceramics
. Guided hands-on experience to create your own piece

Firing & Collection

. Your piece will be kept at the studio to dry and be fired
. Estimated pickup time: 2–3 weeks, depending on the firing schedule
. Each piece may vary in glaze color and surface—these are natural marks of clay, glaze, and fire

1. Hand-building Foundation / 6 days

Create forms with clay, shaped only by hand

1. pinching a small bowl
2. coiling a vase
3. slab-building a square cube / box
4. combination of 2–3 technique
5. glazing
6. firing & review

/ After this course, you’ll know how to work with clay, no matter the shape or style

2. Wheel-throwing Basic / 10 days

Create forms through motion on the wheel

1. clay prep
2. meeting the Wheel, centering
3. opening & cylinder - the foundation of all forms
4. control & correction - learning through failure
5. holding the form - make a cup/ mug
6. expanding & closing - bowl/wide bowl
7. controlling height - vase
8. trimming
9. glazing
10. firing & review

/ After the course, practicing at least twice a week for around 1-2 months will help you build confidence and control.

Self-Craft Session / Flexible Schedule

An open studio space for independent making - with full access to all the tools, and materials, allowing complete freedom to explore personal projects in any ceramic form.