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Pottery Workshop (modeling-ceramic decoration)
This workshop will be mainly dedicated to the design and creation of ceramic decorations, while also covering techniques for shaping pieces.
Paris-Ateliers / PAGODE (Paris 13th)
About
During these four days, we will explore various ceramic decoration techniques: slips, sgraffito, mishima, marbled clay, stenciling, and stamping.
Initially, participants will create test shards and small decorated plaques to discover and experiment with these processes.
In the second phase, everyone will develop a small series of 5 to 6 utilitarian or decorative objects, which they will decorate using one of the techniques studied during the workshop.
Please note
- Pieces cannot be fired before the end of the workshop.
- Participants will need to plan to return and pick them up at a later date.
- Glaze work will not be covered during this workshop.
- We will focus exclusively on the decoration techniques mentioned above.
Prerequisites
Some notions of modeling and drawing or illustration are an asset, but this workshop remains accessible to beginners.
Instructor: Carole Behn
Number of places: 10 people
Price: €450 (Paris-Ateliers members receive a 10% discount on workshop prices).
Professional Training Price: €1200 incl. tax
Dates: from February 8 to 12, 2027
Schedule: from 10 am to 5 pm (with a lunch break between 1 pm and 2 pm).
Information and registration at +33 1 44 61 87 80 or at public@paris-ateliers.org
Our take on this event
Trade your screen for a lump of clay and master the art of ceramic surface decoration in an intimate workshop setting. Whether you are a beginner or a budding artist, you will experiment with intricate techniques like mishima and stamping to craft a beautiful collection of custom pieces.
From February 8 to February 12, 2027, the Paris-Ateliers PAGODE center in the 13th arrondissement hosts an intensive workshop focused on pottery modeling and ceramic decoration. Led by instructor Carole Behn, attendees aged 16 and over will master techniques such as sgraffito, engobes, and stamping to create a small collection of five to six unique items. Designed for a maximum of ten people, this program welcomes beginners, though some prior knowledge of drawing or modeling is helpful. Participants should plan to return to the studio after the workshop, as pieces cannot be fired during these five days.
The workshop takes place daily from 10:00 to 17:00, with a lunch break scheduled between 13:00 and 14:00. This five-day session focuses entirely on decorative ceramic processes, excluding glazing and firing, which must be managed by participants after the course concludes.
During the first stage, attendees will practice on test tiles and small plates to experiment with techniques including engobes, sgraffito, mishima, mixed clays, stenciling, and stamping. Following this, each person will develop a final series of five to six utilitarian or decorative objects using one of the explored methods. The intimate group size of ten ensures focused guidance for every participant.
The course fee is 450 €, with a 10% discount available for individuals currently registered with Paris-Ateliers. For those attending under a professional training agreement, the fee is 1200 € including taxes.
