Handmade Pottery & Custom Commissions
Shipped across India
I make small-batch handmade pottery and work with you to create custom pieces, from mugs and bowls to decor, each designed with personal stories and details you won’t find elsewhere.
Pricing Guide
Daily Functional Stoneware
Scope of Work
- Item Type: One wheel-thrown unit (e.g., 250ml-350ml Coffee Mug, 5-7 inch Bowl, or Quarter Plate).
- Design: Ergonomic forms with a focus on handle balance and comfortable lip finish.
- Finish: Standard studio glazes (earthy browns, blues, or night-glaze styles).
Technical Specifications
- Material: High-fired non-porous Stoneware Clay.
- Firing: Double fired to Cone 6/10 (1220 degrees Celsius) for maximum vitrification.
- Safety: 100% Lead-free, Microwave safe, Dishwasher safe, and Food safe.
Artistic Details
- Texture: Subtle tactile elements like visible throwing lines.
- Mark: Stamped with 'GOAK' studio mark on the foot.
Limited Edition Signature Art
Scope of Work
- Item Type: Highly decorative ware (e.g., Carved Lingerie Mugs, Sgraffito Vases, Mishima Tumblers).
- Exclusivity: Pieces from specific storytelling drops (e.g., 'Deesse', 'Khumar', or festive series).
Detailed Artistry
- Surface Techniques: Includes Sgraffito (scratched patterns), Mishima (inlaid slip), or Sprigging (3D relief elements like flowers).
- Materials: Usage of premium imported underglazes and lustres.
- Narrative: Includes a context card explaining the story behind the collection.
Specifications
- Dimensions: Varies by art form; Mugs approx 300ml, Vases 6-10 inches.
- Care: Hand-wash recommended to preserve intricate carvings and delicate ridges.
Small Decor & Accessories
Scope of Work
- Item Type: Small-format ceramic art (e.g., Incense holders, sculpted brooches, magnets, or ring dishes).
- Technique: Hand-built or slab-rolled construction (non-wheel thrown).
Specifications
- Size: Generally under 4 inches in dimension.
- Detailing: Features miniature sculpting details (e.g., animal faces) and hand-painting.
- Finish: Sealed with clear gloss over underglaze work.
Packaging
- Presentation: Eco-friendly studio packaging suitable for direct gifting.
Custom Design Projects
Project Scope
- Service: Custom design and fabrication for small batches (e.g., 4-6 tableware items or 50+ small accessories).
- Applications: Personalized pet bowls, logo-stamped cafe ware, fabric-matched buttons, or interior decor.
Process Inclusions
- Consultation: 1-hour session to define brief, dimensions, and aesthetics.
- Prototyping: Creation of 1-2 test samples to verify clay shrinkage and glaze color before final production.
- Timeline: Priority slot in studio production schedule (typically 3-5 weeks).
Customization
- Form: Custom shapes not available in standard retail lines.
- Personalization: Stamping of names, dates, or custom text.
- Color: Glaze palette matching (within ceramic chemistry limits).
About Handmade Pottery & Custom Commissions
Stories in Clay
For me, pottery isn't just about making pots. Every piece I shape comes with a bit of a story, a mood, sometimes even a memory. I work in small batches, so each mug or bowl feels personal—kind of like wearable stories you can actually use.
Collections & Collabs
- My collections aren’t random—they’re based on real ideas or a vibe I can’t shake off.
- Déesse is all about the old Bombay feel, with mugs carved with little details you won’t find anywhere else.
- KHUMĀR gives off full-on nostalgia, with beer mugs and plates made for those chill evenings with friends.
- Sometimes, I team up with other folks for exclusive lines, like earthy tableware with that perfect night-glaze.
Custom Commissions
If you’ve got a vision, I’m all for it. We chat, sketch, go back and forth till it feels right. Could be custom ceramic gifts, a personalized pet bowl, or even one big statement piece for your space. I love figuring it out with you.
What I Make
- Drinkware: mugs (my jam), goblets, tumblers, shot glasses
- Serveware: bowls, plates, teapots, jars
- Decor: vases, planters, incense holders
- Quirky stuff: artist palettes, brush rests, charms
How I Work
Each piece is wheel-thrown stoneware or hand-built in my studio. I get into the details—the math for comfy handles, carved textures, even a bit of jugaad (basically, creative hacks) to get things just right. It’s slow craft, but that’s what makes it real.
Meet your Expert
Gauri Oak
63 connects in last 3 months
My Story
Three years back, Goak Ceramics was just me, a tiny room, and a few wheels. Clay was the start, but it’s really about the folks who come in, get messy, and leave with muddy hands and grins. We’ve built a little tribe here, sharing stories and learning together. My work, like the Déesse mugs, comes from my heart, and somehow, it finds people who get it. This space is shaped by everyone who’s been part of it.
My Work
Pottery Collections & Commissions - I make limited-release pottery collections and take custom orders. Each piece has its own story.
Pottery Courses & Workshops - Beginner to advanced wheel throwing classes in Bangalore, plus handbuilding sessions with lots of studio time.
Clay Dates Workshops - One-day, beginner-friendly events where you make fun stuff like teepee incense holders or plant pockets.
Déesse Collection - Mugs, tumblers, and vases inspired by two Bombay sisters, blending storytelling with handmade art.
Pottery Nerd Sessions - I share studio hacks and get into the nitty-gritty so you learn the real craft, not just basics.