Body-Positive Pottery Class: Sculpt Your Own Mug

Let’s sculpt our perfectly imperfect human bodies—and sip tea from them!

I am a figurative sculptor and ceramicist so this body-positive pottery class is truly bringing the best of both worlds – sculptural creativity and everyday function.

In this playful, hands-on workshop, you will hand-build a mug from a clay slab (no wheels, no experience needed) and shape it into any part of the human body you fancy.

- You’re free to sculpt any part of the body you like, from hands and feet to elbows, ears, or the whole figure. We’ll embrace the comical, the imperfect, and the wonderfully human!
- We’ll go beyond the predictable "boobs and bums" to celebrate every shape, quirk, and curve, with plenty of room for humour.
- You’ll also have the option to add a pop of funky colour to fresh clay details before it’s fired, making your piece truly one-of-a-kind.
- I will guide you step-by-step so you leave with a functional, fabulous mug that’s as unique as the body it’s inspired by.

Please Note:
All ceramic pieces must be fired in a kiln. Glazing happens after the first firing and requires a second firing. This is the same process used for all our tableware, ensuring your finished mug will be dishwasher, oven, and microwave safe. You can leave your piece with Irina for firing (for a small additional fee) or receive instructions on where and how to have it fired yourself. The process includes drying time, bisque firing, and glaze firing, so please allow for some patience – completion can take up to 6 weeks.