Ceramic Krakow

Not at all! Most of our courses are designed for all skill levels. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced artist, we’ll guide you through the techniques at a pace that suits you. Options have been created where you can choose the most suitable one depending on your needs, there is often the possibility of learning from scratch. Sometimes it’s better instead of having to correct bad habits due to wrong teachings. You will never be alone, and even during practice hours there is always a guide who views the work of others.

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Wear comfortable clothing that you don’t mind getting messy. Clay and glaze can stain fabrics, so avoid anything delicate. Closed-toe shoes are recommended for safety.

At our studio we use beige clay and porcellain, only people with experience and membership could use their own colored clays if they needed to work on a specific project, obviously leaving everything as clean as it was before, so that others can find the stations ready to use again.

Clay, ceramic glaze, or other materials used in the studio may stain fabrics, so avoid anything very delicate. If you have long hair it is mandatory to have it tied up while working. If you have any skin allergies or other problems you should wear silicon gloves or talk about them when you book so that a solution can be found before starting the courses.

For beginners yes, all clay, tools, and basic glazes are provided until you make larger objects. If you want to use special materials or glazes, additional charges may apply. We believe that for those who make their own projects, it is better to use their own materials, such as specific clay, particular glazes. because often depending on the project to be carried out and the size the prices vary greatly, so in many cases it would not be included in the price of a package on the site.

Absolutely! After your pieces are fired and glazed, they’ll be ready for you to take home. This process usually takes 2–3 weeks, depending on the firing schedule. Everything that is created is your property except the pieces that are not collected after 3 months. Those are donated to charities that sell them and the profit is used to help children with disabilities who need care. After 3 months Meditau studio is no longer responsible for small ceramics that have not been collected. Instead large pieces or whole kiln firings they must be collected as soon as they are ready. During the creative process the creations are monitored in the steps from drying to firings through chats, alerts are sent of when cooking at different temperatures is carried out. if you prefer, you can indicate the contact details of another person to contact to collect the ceramics created that have remained in the studio. – in the event of a sudden move abroad, or any serious health problems, this person will be contacted to collect the ceramics

Creating a ceramic piece typically involves three steps:

Shaping the clay (hand-building or wheel-throwing).
Bisque firing at 970° – 1000°  (first firing, which takes about a week).
Glazing and glaze firing at usually 1080° or 1250°  (an additional week). It depends on the size of the pieces and the techniques used, sometimes you have to wait longer if the pieces need to dry completely and are thick, small and thin things might be ready more quickly. Those who have memberships have priority regarding firings waiting times.

Missed classes can usually be rescheduled within the same month, depending on availability. Please let us know in advance if you can’t attend a session.
If it is not communicated within 24 hours in advance the money will not be returned, for memberships a person cannot be suddenly replaced with a new one who for example would like to try to do something (the learning level would be different and for each appointment which requires preparation and organization)
memberships are for individuals with invoices and insurance created for those people, so appointments are dedicated only to them. If for infrequent health reasons, if the reason is urgent and you cannot attend an appointment, half the cost is refunded or used for the next subscription. In case of lack of notice, payments made only and always in advance are not returned.

One of the goals when Meditau studio was created was to give what an artist/designer needs, and that is a calm and warm place, (and without people running around) ,with the excellent and necessary equipment to create unique objects such as industrial design prototypes or sculptures etc.. for this reason quality and not quantity is a priority. It would be more profitable to have large groups of people producing objects, but that’s not our goal. This studio is more oriented towards the meditative work of creating something special, often which will then be exhibited in galleries (obviously we are not talking about beginners). all this often requires higher costs.

For most beginners courses, pieces should not exceed 25×25 cm, if you exceed these measurements you will pay more. Larger projects can be discussed with the instructor. The maximum capacity of the 100L kiln present in the studio is 45cm x 45cm – but we can assist in the creation of larger pieces and turn to places where there are larger kilns for specific projects – with transport and firing costs of the ceramics with they no longer concern our studio.

While rare, cracks or breaks can happen during firing due to trapped air or uneven drying. Our instructors will teach you how to avoid common problems, but please understand that the process is part of the learning experience.
If a piece breaks for reasons related to technical problems (for example the sudden lack of electricity during firing- never happened until now) you do not pay for the firing. if, however, it breaks for reasons relating to incorrect information (for example, a low temperature clay is asked to be fired at 1300° (without informing of its characteristics) and it damages the kiln or other people’s pieces, the damages must be quantified and paid. If the glazes they drip down and damage the oven, the damage must be quantified and paid for. It is always better to use supports that the studio creates for the various situations but which have an additional cost in the price of firings.

Hand-building and wheel-throwing are two fundamental techniques in ceramics, each offering unique approaches to shaping clay and creative expression. Hand-building is one of the oldest methods of working with clay, requiring only basic tools and your hands. It is a versatile and approachable technique, making it ideal for beginners and those looking to explore a more organic, freeform style.

How It Works: You use your hands to pinch, roll, or slab the clay into shapes. Common hand-building methods include:
Pinch Potting: Forming small bowls or containers by pinching clay with your fingers.
Coiling: Rolling long, snake-like coils of clay and stacking them to build walls for larger pieces.
Slab Building: Rolling out flat sheets of clay to cut, assemble, and shape into structures like boxes or platters.
Creative Freedom: Hand-building allows for more experimental and sculptural designs, as you aren’t constrained by the symmetry or mechanics of a potter’s wheel.
Best For: Beginners, hobbyists, or anyone interested in creating artistic, unique forms like abstract sculptures, textured designs, or intricate patterns.

Wheel-throwing uses a potter’s wheel to create more symmetrical and precise forms, such as bowls, mugs, vases, or plates. This technique is often associated with the classic image of pottery making, but we love to see at the tool that give us the possibility to make not only pottery but part of a design project or part of a sculpture.

How It Works: Clay is centered on a spinning wheel, and you use your hands, with occasional help from tools, to shape the clay as it rotates.
The process involves key steps: centering the clay, opening it to form the initial hollow, and pulling up the walls to create height and shape.
Precision and Repetition: The wheel allows for uniformity, making it easier to replicate shapes or create matching sets.
Learning Curve: Wheel-throwing can be challenging at first, as it requires practice to master controlling the clay while the wheel is in motion. However, it is rewarding once you gain confidence.
Best For: Those looking to create functional, symmetrical pieces or enjoy the meditative rhythm of working with a spinning wheel.
Choosing Between the Two
The choice between hand-building and wheel-throwing depends on your goals, interests, and experience level:

For Beginners: Hand-building is often more forgiving and easier to start with, while wheel-throwing requires a bit more practice and patience.
For Creative Expression: Hand-building is perfect for exploring unique, artistic designs.
For Functional Pieces: Wheel-throwing is ideal for creating uniform, functional ceramics like mugs, bowls, or plates.
Combining Techniques
Many ceramicists combine hand-building and wheel-throwing to expand their possibilities. For example, you can throw the base of a piece on the wheel and then hand-build additions, such as handles, decorative elements, or sculptural details.

Both methods are valuable tools in the ceramic artist’s repertoire, each offering endless opportunities for creativity and expression. Whether you prefer the hands-on, sculptural approach of hand-building or the precision and rhythm of wheel-throwing, both techniques can help you bring your visions to life.

Yes, you’re welcome to bring your own tools, but it’s not necessary for beginners. If you have specific materials or glazes in mind, please consult with us before the session. All glazes introduced into the studio must be closed in containers with labels from official shops. If handcrafted ceramic glazes are used they must be tested first. Private instruments can be used but cannot be left in the studio except in special cases. Everything private that is used in the studio for projects, and is left there, is not the responsibility of the studio. Meditau studio provides everything you need to create even complicated shapes. You cannot use burning instruments in the studio such as flames, and you cannot use equipment that could damage people or the studio. You can bring masks to protect breathing if preparing ceramic glazes from powder, private aprons, private trimming tools, private carving tools, laptops using the studio’s wifi or everything that is necessary for the realization of complicated projects, always deciding how to proceed with the instructors who will make everything logistically simpler or they will advise how to avoid mistakes given their experience