Ceramics Workshop

Ceramics Workshop

Hand-forming + Decoration + Glazing

Please note: This workshop will take place in the new workshop at Rua Bernardo Lima 10C.

4 sessions | 11 hours in total
6, 13, 20 and 27 May 2026
Wednesdays
18h30 - 21h30 (6, 13, 20 May)
18h30 - 20h30 (27 May)
Price - 165€ (Material included)
Trainer - Mariana Costa from FICA Oficina Criativa

Description

In this Ceramics Workshop you will learn how to build pieces using the four hand-forming techniques: Slab, Pinch Pot, Coil and Carved Solid Block. As well as a theoretical introduction to the types of pastes and the process of transforming clay into ceramics, we will cover some decoration techniques on raw clay, using engobes and textures, as well as decoration on chacota. Finally, we will learn how to glaze the pieces. The shape of the pieces is directly linked to the type of techniques we'll be covering and means that at the end* you'll take with you four (or more) ready-to-use utilitarian pieces.

No previous knowledge is required.
We recommend that you have your nails clipped to make the modeling process easier. It is also advisable to wear comfortable clothes that can get dirty.
We have aprons available.

Minimum age for participation: 16 years / Accompanied by an adult (two entries): 14 years

Program Content

Class 1.
Theoretical introduction to ceramics: types of paste, firing, decorations and glazes
Practical exercise in manual construction techniques I: Slab and Pinch Pot
Lesson 2.
Practical exercise in manual construction techniques II: Coils and Carving
Class 3.
Finishing and gluing
Introduction to techniques for decorating raw clay with engobes and textures
Class 4.
Decoration on jack-o-lanterns.
Glazing process for all the pieces made

*All the pieces produced will be re-fired by us after the training. They will have to be picked up later, on a date to be agreed.

Material included

White paste (earthenware)
Engobes
Cooking and glazing
Mini Handbook of Introduction to Ceramics

FICA vs. Graffito

FICA has established a partnership with Graffito, an online store specializing in ceramic materials, including clays, engobes and tools. Participants in the FICA workshops benefit from a 10% discount on their first purchase using the code STAYWITHAGRAFFITO (single use). Access the Graffito store here

Waiting List

Cancellations may occur. If the training is sold out and you would like to receive an alert if there are any withdrawals, send an e-mail to workshop@fica-oc.pt, with the subject line 'ceramics workshop waiting listIf there is a cancellation for this specific workshop, we will let you know.
We don't take reservations for future courses. If you want to find out first-hand about the next month's courses, you can subscribe to our Newsletter.

Cancellation of Registration

IMPORTANT - Cancellation/postponement/refund of registrations (including gift voucher registrations) is only allowed if you give us at least 7 days' notice before the start of the workshop. If you cancel less than 7 days before the start of the workshop, we will do our best to fill your place, however, you can only postpone the workshop (or put the amount in a gift voucher) if your place is filled.

If a trainee fails to attend one or more training sessions, FICA is not responsible for replacing or compensating for that session.
To cancel/admit/refund, send an e-mail to workshop@fica-oc.pt
Find out more at terms and conditions from the website.

No. of trainees

Minimum number: 6pax / Maximum number: 9pax
According to our terms, the training may be canceled if the minimum number of trainees is not met - Find out more at terms and conditions from the website.
Minimum age for participation: 16 years / Accompanied by an adult (two entries): 14 years

Other Workshops

We have other workshops in addition to the Ceramics Workshop. It accompanies the Workshops.

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The workshop is held in Portuguese. If you don't speak Portuguese, we will try to translate in English. But understand that Portuguese will be the main language.