You may be more creative than you think!
At Mmupi and Clay, the guiding invitation is simple: “Come make something wonderful”. However, the benefits of this craft go far beyond the beautiful ceramic pieces you take home; the very act of working with clay provides a powerful pathway to release your stress.
Join our workshops to immerse yourself in the creative process—shape, mold, and bring your ideas to life while enjoying the therapeutic benefits of this timeless craft.
Get in touch with us for more details and bookings.
Handwork
Hand building creates pots and sculptures without wheel,using hands and simple tools, including pinch,coiling, and slab techniques.
HandSlip Casting using moldswork
Slip casting is a technique where liquid clay is poured into plaster moulds to form consistent shapes. Once set, excess slip is removed and the piece is left to dry before finishing
Wheel work & Jigger machine on molds
Wheel work shapes clay on a spinning wheel to create balanced forms like bowls,cups, and vases. The jigger machine uses moulds to produce uniform ceramic pieces effecicientlt and consistently
Painting
Engraving, underglazing,oxides, and glazing are techniques used to decorate and finish ceramic pieces. Methods include brush application,sponging(with oxides), dipping, and spray painting using a compressor.
Glaze firing, Raku firing & Pit firingnting
Glaze firing, raku firing, and pit firing are techniques used to finish and transform ceramic pieces. Glaze firing creates a smooth, coloured surface,raku firing produces unique crackled effects through rapid cooling, and pit firing uses natural materials to create earthy, unpredictable finishes
Kiln operating and packaging
Safe handling,loading, and unloading of ceramic pieces before and after firing.