workshop sessions and courses

Learn More About Our Ceramic Courses

Create, connect, and take home more than just ceramics.

Complete Ceramic Course

Master the Process in 4 Visits / 13 Hours

Dive into the world of ceramics through our comprehensive 4-visit workshop.
Learn every stage of the creative process — from shaping your clay to applying the final glaze.

This course is designed for those who wish to fully immerse themselves in craftsmanship, creating their own porcelain set and understanding the beauty behind every handmade object.

Spend four sessions with the Pottery & Poetry team and take home not only a complete ceramic set, but also a newfound love for pottery — and the skills to enjoy it for a lifetime.

No prior experience is needed; we’ll guide you step by step to help you gain confidence and creative freedom.

Short Ceramic Sessions

Create & Explore in 1–2 Visits / 4–6 Hours

Pressed for time but eager to create?
Our short sessions are ideal for beginners or anyone wanting to explore something new.
In one or two visits, you’ll experience the thrill of crafting with clay — shaping, decorating, and finishing your own handmade pieces to take home and cherish.

Perfect for creative breaks, gift experiences, or team-building events.

Private Workshops

Tailored Events for Groups

Looking for a unique and meaningful way to spend time with friends, family, or colleagues?
Our private workshops are fully customizable — choose your duration, theme, and techniques.
Perfect for corporate gatherings, birthdays, or creative team-building experiences.

Join us for a hands-on event that combines artistry, collaboration, and the timeless pleasure of creating something with your own hands.

Our best selling courses

Plates Set

Plates Set

2 or 4 sessions

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Sgraffito

Sgraffito

1 or 2 visits

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Pinching Technique

Pinching Technique

2 or 4 visits

(coming soon)

Meet Your Workshop Leaders

Maria Baleva at the studio making a bowl

Maria Baleva
Founder / Lead Designer

Architect and designer with 15+ years under her belt, Maria runs Pottery & Poetry with an eye for form, proportion, and how materials actually work. Her approach connects architecture and craft in ways that give the studio its own visual voice and high technical bar.

Elena Minkova
Senior Designer / Ceramist

Elena knows ceramic design and materials inside out. She brings aesthetic sense and serious technical chops together—especially when it comes to surfaces and form. A lot of what makes the studio’s work recognizable comes from her expertise.

Mina Zlateva
Production Manager / Ceramist

Mina has a sculptor’s eye and brings that sensitivity to how pieces are made. Her grasp of form and material gives each object its spatial and tactile character. She runs production with precision, making sure every detail reflects real craftsmanship.

Write to us!

If you don’t find a course or date that fits your schedule, we’ll be happy to create one for you.
Gather a group of at least six people — friends, colleagues, or family — and spend a few hours of creativity, laughter, and pure handmade pleasure together.

✨ Let us craft a beautiful experience, just for you.

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