Easter pottery workshop at Potteriet, Hovden

Description

About Potteriet:
In the mountain village of Hovden in Setesdal, you will find Potteriet – a creative ceramics workshop established by Kari Nomeland-Strømsøe and Linné Røsstad Sharpe.

Here, the clay is allowed to come alive, and handmade forms emerge at a calm pace, with nature just outside the door as a source of inspiration. Potteriet is a vibrant workshop where functional items and unique ceramic objects are created – and where a passion for ceramics is shared through courses and open studio days.

Facebook/Instagram: @potteriet.kari.linne

Contact:
Linné – +47 948 71 197

About the course:
This course provides you with basic knowledge of working with clay – from raw clay to finished fired ceramics. The goal is for you to become familiar with the entire process, and to take home your own unique creations.

The course is suitable for both beginners and those with some experience.

What will you learn?

Introduction to the workshop and health & safety (HSE)

Understanding clay as a material

Hand-building techniques:

Pinching

Coiling

Slab building

Demonstration of the pottery wheel
Note: This is not a wheel-throwing course

Surface treatment

Glazing / slip decoration

The full production process – from raw clay to finished fired ceramics

During the first session, we will focus on hand-building.
The final session will be scheduled later, when we will glaze the pieces.

Firing process:

Bisque firing: 970 °C

Glaze firing: 1250 °C

What can you make?
The course encourages free creative work – you choose what you want to make!

The possibilities are many: cups, bowls, plates, vases, butter dishes, garlic graters, Easter hens, tealight holders, soy sauce dishes, candlesticks, small sculptures, or other creative expressions. You will receive guidance throughout the process.

Tip: Check Instagram, Pinterest, or books for inspiration. Print images, bring references on paper, or sketch your ideas in advance.

What should you bring?

Work clothes and an apron

Shoes that can be washed or wiped clean

Short fingernails

Lunch

Clay can get messy – but everything washes off :)

Practical information:

Date: March 29

Time: 11:00–16:00

Price: NOK 2600

Materials, glaze, and firing are included

Tea, coffee, and snacks will be served

Creating with clay is inspiring, relaxing, and social – and gives a unique sense of accomplishment.
Here, we put our phones away and work in a “phone-free zone.”

We look forward to welcoming you into the wonderful world of clay!