We’re excited to announce 4 Advanced Pottery Workshops in 2025 with incredible artists, designed for those who have already completed our basic pottery course/retreat at Dharamkot Studio, a renowned ceramic studio in Himachal Pradesh.
These workshops will help you refine your ceramic techniques, explore new forms, and gain deeper insights into pottery under expert guidance. If you’re looking to expand your knowledge and skills in the world of ceramic arts, this is a great opportunity to join our artistic community.
Advance / Intermediate Ceramic Workshops 2025
1. New Ways With Clay
About this workshop:
This workshop is perfect for art enthusiasts seeking new directions in ceramics. Through guided hand-building exercises, participants will explore sculptural techniques, 2D tracing, collage, and creative thinking. Using terracotta clay, slips, and tools, the workshop encourages experimentation and helps deepen ceramic practice while unlocking fresh creative possibilities.
Dates: 4-9 Apr, 2025
Level: Intermediate/advanced
Facilitators/Artists: Reyaz Badaruddin and Elodie Alexandre
Number of participants: 8
Fees:
INR 78500+18% Taxes /person
INR 144000+18% Taxes/ 2 people
(Including-Private room, all materials, all meals, city tour and wellness sessions.)
About the Artists:
Reyaz Badaruddin graduated in Ceramics and Design from Banaras Hindu University and pursued further studies at Cardiff School of Art and Design on a Charles Wallace Fellowship. A National Award recipient and Junior Fellow, his works are held in renowned collections across India, Germany, Latvia, China, and beyond.
Élodie Alexandre, originally from France, lived in the UK for ten years, earning a BA and MA in Ceramics from Cardiff Metropolitan University. Her work has been shown in biennials across Britain, Belgium, and Indonesia. She co-founded Atelier Lālmitti and participated in the Indian Ceramics Triennale.
For more details, please visit this website: New Ways With Clay Details
2. Naked Raku Workshop
About the Workshop:
Naked Raku is a specialized firing technique that emphasizes the beauty of unglazed surfaces. Designed for those with clay experience, this hands-on workshop offers expert guidance in the process of removing the outer glaze post-firing, revealing unique textures. Participants will create and take home their finished ceramic pieces.
Dates: 2-7 May, 2025
Level: Intermediate/advanced
Facilitator/Artist: Rakhee Kane
Number of participants: 8
Fees:
INR 78500+18% Taxes /person
INR 144000+18% Taxes/ 2 people
(Including-Private room, all materials, all meals, city tour and wellness sessions.)
About the Artist:
Rakhee Kane is an acclaimed ceramic artist recognized for her innovative work in Raku and Naked Raku techniques. She trained at NID and Golden Bridge Pottery, learning under masters like Jyotsna Bhatt and Ray Meeker. Her work is exhibited internationally and held in esteemed collections across the globe.
For more details, please visit this website: Naked Raku Workshop Details
3. Screen Printing on Clay
About this workshop:
In this hands-on pottery workshop, participants will learn the fascinating process of silkscreen printing on clay—an exciting technique that blends printmaking with ceramics. By the end of the course, you will have a deeper understanding of how to transfer intricate designs onto clay surfaces, opening up new creative possibilities for your ceramic work.
Dates: 20-25 Sep, 2025
Level: Intermediate/advanced
Facilitators/Artists: Helene Søs Schjødt
Number of participants: 8
Fees:
INR 78500+18% Taxes /person
INR 144000+18% Taxes/ 2 people
(Including-Private room, all materials, all meals, city tour and wellness sessions.)
About the Artist:
Helene Søs Schjødt is a Danish ceramicist specializing in porcelain and silkscreen printing, known for her nature-inspired botanical and graphic designs. Trained at the Royal Danish Academy in Bornholm, she now works in Copenhagen. Her workshops offer hands-on guidance, helping participants explore surface decoration and develop their creative voice.
For more details, please visit this website: Screen Printing on Clay Workshop Details
4. Conscious Clay: Intuitive Ways to Creativity
About this workshop:
This workshop is a hands-on crash course in clay and creativity! Through demonstrations and exercises, you’ll explore clay’s possibilities—cutting, pinching, pulling, stretching, and decorating with stamps, slips, and carving. Perfect for beginners and experienced artists alike, it’s an opportunity to experiment, build confidence, and unleash your creative expression.
Dates: 7 – 12 Nov, 2025
Level: All levels: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Facilitators/Artists: Vineet Kacker
Number of participants: 8
Fees:
INR 78500 +18% Taxes /person
INR 144000 +18% Taxes/ 2 people
(Including– Private room, all materials, all meals, city tour and wellness sessions.)
About the Artist:
Vineet Kacker, trained as an architect, transitioned to ceramics, studying in India and the UK. A Charles Wallace Fellow and Fulbright recipient, he co-founded the Contemporary Clay Foundation and curated the Indian Ceramics Triennale. His work is in global collections, and he maintains studios in Gurgaon and Andretta, Himachal Pradesh.
For more details, please visit this website: Conscious Clay: Intuitive Ways to Creativity
Join us at Dharamkot Studio and immerse yourself in the world of ceramic arts. Whether you’re interested in wheel-throwing techniques, hand-building methods, or creative pottery workshops, there’s something here for every art enthusiast.