June 5 - 10 fully booked

The lessons

Level

• If you have never done anything with ceramics before.
• If you have already hand formed and want to use turning as a support or extension.
• You've tried it before, but centering it remains a drama (or a fluke).
• You've DJed before but never took the time to actually practice – and now you want a week of uninterrupted DJing, without distractions, deadlines, or dishes.

The content

You'll learn the basics of clay-making: kneading, centering, pulling, turning, and drying. In just a few days, you'll make progress that would normally take months.

You'll also have the opportunity to decorate your favorite pieces (e.g., with sgraffito, Mishima, or colors). Because the clay needs time to dry, the firing and glazing will only take place after the course is finished. If you'd like, you can have your pieces shipped to you.

The goal/outcome:

We'll work on drawing cylinders, shaping bowls, and adding simple shapes and details. This will lay the foundation for making cups, bowls, and perhaps even a vase.

The teacher

Gudrun is the ideal teacher for beginners and intermediate turners.
She understands the challenges of learning to turn intimately and has made it her specialty to make technical steps as understandable and efficient as possible. Her approach is direct, clear, and surprisingly effective: many students are able to achieve centering within just half an hour—a skill that normally takes days or even weeks to master.

With her patience, precision, and genuine enthusiasm, Gudrun knows how to put every student at ease. Beginners feel seen and supported by her, and experience real progress in a short time. After just one week, you can expect a beautifully shaped bowl and cup, and often even that first vase of your own.

Because the guest instructor workshops require an advanced skill level, Gudrun teaches all classes for beginners and intermediate turners. She ensures that each student develops a solid technical foundation and can confidently progress to more complex forms and techniques.

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To book

Below you can book this retreat and secure your spot. Please indicate which room you'd like to book. You can view the various rooms, their prices, and the cancellation policies under " Prices & Terms ." I hope to see you soon at Ceramicaza in the Dream House.