Professional Pottery course in Florence
Where clay becomes form, and tradition meets innovation
A comprehensive course in ceramics and pottery — where ancient techniques are reinterpreted through contemporary design and creative exploration.
This program combines handcraft, wheel-throwing, sculpture, and digital thinking to shape a new generation of ceramic artists.
The course
From Material to Creative Identity.
This course offers a complete journey into the world of ceramics — from the first contact with clay to the development of your own artistic language.
You will explore traditional pottery techniques alongside contemporary approaches, learning how to shape, construct, and refine ceramic forms.
Through hands-on practice and guided experimentation, you will move beyond technique — developing your own aesthetic and approach to making.
The course culminates in the creation of a personal ceramic collection, where craftsmanship and design converge.
The craft behind the technique
Ceramics is one of the oldest forms of human expression.
From functional vessels to sculptural works, clay has always been a medium through which culture, identity, and innovation are expressed.
Today, ceramics evolves beyond tradition — integrating design, technology, and new ways of thinking about objects and production.
It is a discipline that balances control and spontaneity: where form emerges through touch, movement, and transformation.
Course modules & skills
Each course is adapted to the participant’s level, pace, and creative direction, ensuring a personalised and immersive experience.
M1 — Foundations: Material & Technique
- Introduction to clay, tools, and processes
- Hand-building and modelling techniques
- Wheel-throwing fundamentals
- Basic forms and structural understanding
M2 — Surface & Transformation
- Glazing and decorative techniques
- Firing processes and material behaviour
- Texture, colour, and surface exploration
- Understanding the lifecycle of ceramic objects
M3 — Advanced Ceramics & Design
- Sculptural and experimental forms
- Mold-making and casting techniques
- Exploration of abstract and figurative work
- Introduction to 3D thinking and digital design integration
M4 — Creative Identity & Final Collection
- Developing a personal artistic language
- Designing a ceramic capsule collection
- Exploring branding and presentation
- Final project and portfolio development
Beyond the technique - the artisan mindset
Working with clay teaches you to accept transformation.
The material responds to your hands, but it also has its own rhythm — shaped by water, pressure, and fire.
You learn to work through process: to experiment, adjust, and refine.
Each piece carries the trace of its making — revealing both control and imperfection.
It is not only about creating objects, but about understanding how form, material, and intention come together.
Who is this course for?
The Aspiring Artisan
Those starting from zero, seeking a structured and creative path
The Contemporary Maker
Individuals looking to combine craft with innovation
The Cultural Traveller
Seeking an immersive and meaningful experience in Italy
What you will achieve
- A strong foundation in pottery and ceramic techniques
- Hands-on experience with wheel-throwing and hand-building
- Knowledge of glazing, firing, and material processes
- The ability to design and create ceramic objects
- Development of a personal artistic identity
- Creation of a ceramic collection
- Understanding of contemporary ceramic practice
Practical Information
- Location: Florence, Italy
- Language: English / Italian
- Format: studio-based learning
- Materials: not Included (specific project materials may vary)
- Level: Open to all levels
- Duration: 12 or 20 weeks
- Availability: February & September
- Price: 7.800 € – 9800 €
Start Your Journey as a 21st Century Artisan
Turn your creative passion into a tangible skills.
Immerse yourself in a unique learning mentored by master artisans.