Thinking about setting up your own pottery studio? Whether it’s for personal creativity or to start selling your work, our pottery studio setup guidance will help you take the first step with confidence.
Nestled in the scenic hillside at Chillaton, our fully equipped studio — featuring four professional wheels — offers hands-on, affordable support to help you create your ideal ceramics workspace.
What Will You Learn?
Our tailored sessions begin with a clear assessment of your goals. Whether you dream of a personal creative space or a production studio, we’ll guide you through:
Choosing the right kiln and pottery wheel
Selecting and managing suitable clay types
Sourcing reliable and affordable tools and materials
Mixing and managing glazes — brush-on or powdered
Making your own drying batts
Essential health & safety: mask types, clean-up, and first aid
We also share budget-friendly tips and ideas for maximizing space and efficiency in your setup.
What’s Included?
Your session includes:
One-to-one instruction (bring a friend if you like!)
All materials, tools, and refreshments
Firing (if appropriate)
Use of aprons and towels
What Should You Bring?
Just yourself! We provide everything you’ll need.
Please note:
Wear sensible footwear
Tie long hair back
Remove jewellery, watches, or bangles
We also provide hard hats, as the studio has low beams. (These can be removed while seated at the wheel.)
Book Your Studio Setup Session
Our pottery studio setup guidance typically runs as a one-day session. It’s ideal for artists, hobbyists, and teachers ready to build a safe and functional ceramics space.
Contact us today to book your spot and begin your journey with clay!
