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Clay Classes & Courses 

Where Clay Meets Calm.

Explore Clay Hand-Building

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Clay hand-building is where imagination meets craftsmanship — a wonderfully tactile and relaxing way to create unique, personal pieces without the need for a pottery wheel.

 

At The Art School, Chester, our hand-building workshops and courses are designed for complete beginners and those who simply love to make. From our much-loved Highland Cow and Animal Mug sessions to our festive seasonal workshops and six-week clay courses, there’s something for every creative mood and skill level.

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You’ll learn core techniques such as slab work, coiling, and sculpting, while exploring surface decoration and glazing to bring your creations to life. Each class is guided by an experienced tutor in a friendly, supportive environment — perfect for unwinding, learning new skills, and discovering the endless possibilities of clay.

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Browse our upcoming workshops and courses below to find your next creative adventure.

Upcoming Clay workshops

  • Animal Mug workshop £35pp
    Animal Mug workshop £35pp
    Multiple Dates
    Sat 07 Feb
    07 Feb 2026, 10:30 – 12:30
    Pictura Studios, 5 Eastgate St, Chester CH1 1LQ, UK
    Unleash your creativity and craft a unique Animal-Themed Mug in this hands-on clay workshop! Perfect for adults and children over the age of 8 years old. £40pp (adults) £35pp (children)
  • Animal Mug workshop £35pp
    Animal Mug workshop £35pp
    Sun 08 Feb
    08 Feb 2026, 11:00 – 13:00
    Pictura Studios, 5 Eastgate St, Chester CH1 1LQ, UK
    Unleash your creativity and craft a unique Animal-Themed Mug in this hands-on clay workshop! Perfect for adults and children over the age of 8 years old. £40pp (adults) £35pp (children)
  • Highland cow workshop £25
    Highland cow workshop £25
    Multiple Dates
    Sat 14 Feb
    14 Feb 2026, 10:30 – 12:30
    Pictura Studios, 5 Eastgate St, Chester CH1 1LQ, UK
    Join us for a fun and creative clay workshop where you’ll sculpt your very own adorable Highland Cow! £33 (adults) £25 (children)
  • Date Night Pottery & Prosecco – Two on a Wheel £35pp
    Date Night Pottery & Prosecco – Two on a Wheel £35pp
    Wed 18 Feb
    18 Feb 2026, 18:30 – 20:30
    The Art School, 1st Floor, 5 Eastgate St, Pictura, Chester CH1 1LQ, UK
    Get cosy and creative together as you share a pottery wheel for a fun, hands-on experience. With step-by-step guidance, you’ll learn to shape clay as a pair, laugh through the wobbles, and make a piece you’ll both be proud of. A relaxed, memorable evening perfect for couples or friends!
  • Clay Bird House workshop £38pp
    Clay Bird House workshop £38pp
    Sat 21 Mar
    21 Mar 2026, 10:30 – 12:30
    Pictura Studios, 5 Eastgate St, Chester CH1 1LQ, UK
    This session is family-friendly (ages 8+) and just as enjoyable for adults, making it a lovely shared creative experience. Your finished bird house will be kiln-fired and ready to collect around 3 weeks later, when you’ll return to paint and glaze it in our creative café.
  • Animal Mug workshop £35pp
    Animal Mug workshop £35pp
    Multiple Dates
    Sat 11 Apr
    11 Apr 2026, 10:30 – 12:30
    Pictura Studios, 5 Eastgate St, Chester CH1 1LQ, UK
    Unleash your creativity and craft a unique Animal-Themed Mug in this hands-on clay workshop! Perfect for adults and children over the age of 8 years old. £40pp (adults) £35pp (children)

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