Step inside the studio of award-winning ceramicist Michaela Kloeckner and uncover the tactile joy of turning raw clay into pieces that feel uniquely yours. With decades of teaching experience and a boundless enthusiasm for every firing, glaze, and form, Michaela curates workshops that meet you exactly where you are—whether you’ve never touched a wheel or you’re refining advanced slab-building techniques.

Why Learn with Michaela?

• Expert Guidance at Every Stage
  From first-time pinching to complex sculptural builds, Michaela’s deep technical knowledge ensures you get practical tips you can apply right away.

• Inclusive, Supportive Environment
  Children, absolute beginners, seasoned hobbyists, and students with disabilities all thrive here. The studio is fully accessible, and class sizes are kept intentionally small so every voice is heard.

• Flexible Learning Formats
  Book a relaxed one-on-one session, gather friends for a private group, or join a regular class series to grow alongside a vibrant community of makers.

• Wide Range of Techniques
  Wheel-throwing, hand-building, slip-casting, surface decoration, glaze chemistry, and kiln operation—explore them all or dive deep into your favorite skill set.

• Creative Confidence & Well-Being
  Clay is more than craft; it’s meditation in motion. Students often leave with a renewed sense of calm, focus, and accomplishment.

What to Expect

1. Warm Welcome & Studio Tour
   Settle in, meet fellow students, and get oriented with tools and safety guidelines.

2. Hands-On Demonstrations
   Michaela demonstrates each technique step-by-step, then supports you as you try it yourself.

3. Personalised Feedback
   Whether coaxing a bowl into symmetry or experimenting with layered glazes, you’ll receive constructive insights tailored to your goals.

4. Finish & Fire
   Complete pieces are bisque-fired and glazed on site, ready for collection—or shipping, if you’re from out of town. Ready to Shape Something New?

Ready to Shape Something New?

Spots fill quickly, especially for weekend intensives. Reserve your seat today and experience the transformative magic of clay under the guidance of a master potter.