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title: "Pottery Workshops: Your Creative Hands-On Pottery Class with Malvika - mytribe"
description: "Join Malvika's Pottery Workshops for a meditative escape. Perfect for all ages, this hands-on clay workshop lets you learn wheel throwing and hand-building in a fun, inspiring space. Book your session on Tribe and create your own unique ceramic art!"
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last_updated: 2025-09-21
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# Pottery Workshops in Delhi Ncr

By [Malvika](https://mytribe.in/handmadebymalvika) · I run relaxed pottery workshops where anyone can learn wheel and hand-building techniques, try out sgraffito, and make their own piece from start to finish, no experience needed.

## Locations

Workshops at studio in Delhi NCR

### Visit at

- Studio in Delhi NCR (National Capital Region, National Capital Region)

## Pricing guide (estimates)

These are indicative prices based on provider's past work. Enquire now to find out final quote.

### Kids Play with Clay Session

2-hour guided hand-building session for ages 5-12, creating animal figurines or bowls with all materials included.

Typically ₹1,000-1,500 Per Child / Session (estimate)

#### Session Overview
* **Duration:** 1.5 to 2 hours of high-energy guidance.
* **Batch Size:** Small groups (6-10 kids) for safety and attention.
* **Eligibility:** Designed specifically for ages 5-12 years.

#### Hand-Building Activity
* **Technique:** Focus on non-wheel methods like Pinching, Coiling, and Slab work.
* **Projects:** Kids create animal figurines, face masks, or simple pinch bowls.
* **Instruction:** Step-by-step teaching on joining clay using 'slip and score' to prevent breakage.

#### Materials Provided
* **Clay Allowance:** Unlimited practice clay with approx. 500g allotted for the final piece.
* **Tools:** Kid-safe plastic modeling tools, rolling pins, stamps, and natural textures.
* **Gear:** Aprons provided to protect clothing.

#### After The Session
* **Finishing:** The artist handles all drying and glazing to avoid toxicity risks.
* **Firing:** Includes cost of single Bisque firing.
* **Takeaway:** 1 finished ceramic piece per child, ready for collection in 2-3 weeks.

### Adult Wheel Throwing & Hand-building

3-hour beginner session teaching wheel centering and slab building, including stoneware clay and firing of 1-2 pieces.

Typically ₹2,000-2,800 Per Person / Session (estimate)

#### Workshop Structure
* **Duration:** Intensive 2.5 to 3 hour session.
* **Atmosphere:** Therapeutic environment focusing on mindfulness and tactile engagement.
* **Guidance:** Hands-on instruction on electric wheels and work tables.

#### Core Techniques
* **Wheel Throwing:** Learning to center clay, open mounds, and pull walls to form cylinders or bowls.
* **Hand-Building:** Introduction to slab construction or pinching for organic shapes.
* **Surface Decor:** Texturing methods using professional carving tools.

#### Material & Equipment
* **Clay:** 1.5kg to 2kg of prepared stoneware clay per participant.
* **Station:** Access to electric pottery wheel and dedicated workspace.
* **Tools:** Wire cutters, trimming tools, ribs, sponges, and aprons included.

#### Post-Workshop Process
* **Professional Finishing:** Artist applies glaze and manages the drying cycle.
* **Firing:** Includes double firing (Bisque + Glaze) in an electric kiln.
* **Deliverable:** 1-2 finished, food-safe pieces available for pickup in 3-4 weeks.

### Advanced Decor & Technique Masterclass

4+ hour intensive workshop on Sgraffito and underglazing techniques to create complex art pieces like vases or lanterns.

Typically ₹3,500-4,000 Per Person / Workshop (estimate)

#### Masterclass Scope
* **Duration:** Extended 4+ hour session or 2-day split format.
* **Focus:** Advanced Surface Decoration and artistic expression rather than basic shaping.
* **Theme:** Nature-inspired designs (mountains, florals) and storytelling aesthetics.

#### Specialized Techniques
* **Sgraffito:** Layering colored slips over clay and carving to reveal contrasting layers.
* **Carving:** Creating intricate light-play designs for items like lanterns.
* **Underglazing:** Painting illustrations directly onto leather-hard clay.

#### Premium Amenities
* **Resources:** Unlimited clay usage and access to expensive colored slips and underglazes.
* **Tools:** Specialized loop and carving tools provided.
* **Mentorship:** One-on-one design critique and technical assistance.

#### Final Output
* **Project:** Creation of a complex piece such as a vase, detailed planter, or decorative plate.
* **Processing:** Priority handling, clear glaze application, and high-temperature firing included.
* **Timeline:** Finished work ready for collection in approximately 3 weeks.

## About Pottery Workshops

### Why I Do Pottery

When my hands touch clay, my mind finally gets quiet. Pottery connects me with memories, nature, and all things wild - it’s a way of meditating for me. My workshops aren’t about chasing perfection. It’s more about slowing down, getting messy, and making something with your own hands.

### Workshop Vibe

Expect a few hours of laid-back fun, stories, and hands-on learning. Whether you’ve never tried pottery or you’ve dabbled before, I’ll guide you through each step. We’ll chat, maybe get a bit philosophical, and just enjoy the process together.

### What We Do

- Pottery wheel experience: Learn to center clay, shape bowls or cylinders. Warning: *Nazar hati, durghatna ghati* (look away and things go wonky) - but that’s half the fun.
- Hand-building pottery techniques: Pinching, coiling, slab-building. Perfect if the wheel’s not your jam.
- Sgraffito pottery design: Carve, paint, or pierce your story onto your piece. Glazing and firing bring the final wow.
- Every kiln opening? Always a surprise. Sometimes things crack, sometimes they wobble. We roll with it.

### Kids and Families

I run ‘Play with Clay’ sessions just for kids too. Watching their creativity explode is the best part of my job. Everyone’s welcome - singles, couples, friends, little ones. Pottery is for anyone who wants to try.

## Highlights

Browse through Malvika's best work.

### [Featured](https://mytribe.in/handmadebymalvika/pottery-workshops/featured)

- [Video: This is my happy place, at the wheel, shaping clay. In my workshops, you'll learn how to center the clay and feel it transform in your hands. It’s a lesson in focus and living in the moment.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ae72e1d9-6425-4b52-a0df-ab8e8a3e1d68)
- [Video: There is nothing more joyful than watching kids discover pottery. Our 'Play with Clay' sessions are all about getting messy, unleashing creativity, and making memories. Look at those happy, clay-covered hands!](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c510259e-0bac-41d6-b65e-53c32c8fa899)
- [Video: Sgraffito is one of my favorite techniques, where we carve designs into the clay's surface. This video shows the satisfying process of revealing the pattern underneath. It's a way to etch your own story onto your piece.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7e1d11d1-4d6b-4abb-aec1-10cd1ce9fa76)
- ![This piece, "Broken But...", captures the heart of my philosophy. In pottery, as in life, things break. We learn to embrace these imperfections, seeing the beauty in them rather than flaws.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/45b0844c-da66-49dd-9c04-b7526f995561)
- [Video: From flat slabs of clay to a whimsical house sculpture, this is what you can create in a hand-building workshop. It’s amazing to see an idea come to life, and the smile at the end says it all.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7b43fa58-5388-4425-8702-ccd923dde89f)
- [Video: Trimming gives a piece its finished foot, but sometimes you get lost in the process and go a little too far. It happens! We call it a learning moment, and it’s a reminder not to take things too seriously.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/258c0690-34ea-47b3-aeb3-a8c6370862ea)
- [Video: A quick hello from me, Malvika. I love bringing elements of nature into my work and sharing the constant learning process that is pottery. I'm excited to share this journey with you at a workshop.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8079f653-c2e3-46fd-86f0-bcfffd63b66f)

### [The Potter's Wheel Experience](https://mytribe.in/handmadebymalvika/pottery-workshops/the-potter-s-wheel-experience)

- [Video: Some days I center the clay, and other days, the clay centers me. This is the first and most important step in wheel throwing, finding that quiet balance before you begin to shape your piece.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6e455cfb-920b-41f4-ba2d-1f7ab9001841)
- [Video: My love for pottery travels with me. Here I am at a beautiful studio in Goa, reminding me that the joy of creating can be found anywhere. The feeling of local clay is always a unique experience.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8d4f2c9a-84f0-4b64-aa5d-b576ca6318a6)
- [Video: A very important pottery tip: always tie your hair back when you're on the wheel! A funny lesson in what not to do, because sometimes your hair wants to get involved in the creative process too.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bc5679a9-add8-4427-8d00-011cdbb8aba1)
- [Video: And here we have the classic "nazar hati, durghatna ghati" moment. A moment of lost focus and the cylinder collapses. It's a humbling and often funny part of learning wheel throwing.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7989d774-ee4d-49ee-a516-ac2c2859bec4)
- [Video: I was trying to get the perfect shot of throwing a bowl, but my phone had other plans. Luckily it missed the water! Just another day of unpredictable adventures in the pottery studio.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3173b9d1-0293-4cb5-924f-de9c3f507b4b)

### [Creating with Your Hands: Hand-Building & Sculpting](https://mytribe.in/handmadebymalvika/pottery-workshops/creating-with-your-hands-hand-building-sculpting)

- [Video: The secret to strong hand-built pottery is the "slip and score" method. This video shows how we score the edges and apply clay slip to securely join two pieces of clay together. It's like pottery glue.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9ca61e38-74af-445a-886e-9d7b15ecd919)
- [Video: Watch as simple clay slabs and shapes come together to form a whimsical, multi-level structure. Hand-building allows for so much architectural freedom and creative expression.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fffac24a-5fc1-47d0-971b-62c64d2ad6ee)
- [Video: Here is another look at the hand-building process, from cutting the initial slabs to assembling a small house incense holder. Each step, from scoring to painting, adds to the final character of the piece.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6b7b067d-320f-4d22-a2bf-4fb32cd0fda0)
- [Video: My mind can overthink, but it always becomes quiet when my hands are busy with clay. Here, I am hand-sculpting a small clay dog, a simple and meditative process that brings a lot of peace.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6eeabacc-ae2b-4496-ab59-bf769d519608)

### [Adding Your Story: Carving & Design](https://mytribe.in/handmadebymalvika/pottery-workshops/adding-your-story-carving-design)

- ![A close-up of creating pieces that bring joy. Here, I am using a carving tool to etch a mountain landscape onto a mug. This surface decoration technique adds a personal and artistic touch.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c117f671-8193-4b84-9646-efa718bbca2e)
- [Video: This pierced and carved piece is being prepared to become a lamp. The process of carving away clay to create patterns is slow and detailed, but the way the light will shine through makes it all worth it.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e1b3cb05-d5f8-4ccd-93f5-1559fc9811f5)
- [Video: Watch the process of making a tiny incense holder, from carving floral sgraffito designs on the plate to building the little house. It's these small, detailed projects that I find so satisfying.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/06fb600f-310e-46a6-a281-d57aa0799a8e)
- [Video: Sometimes it's all about the texture. In this video, I'm using a loop tool to carve lines into the surface of a clay sculpture, creating a wood-grain effect that adds depth and character.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/78074494-fccc-4f23-8913-2200016e8e1d)

### [The Magic & Mess of Finishing](https://mytribe.in/handmadebymalvika/pottery-workshops/the-magic-mess-of-finishing)

- [Video: Glazing is a multi-step process of applying layers of color that will transform in the kiln. This fast-forward video shows the patient work of painting, drying, and adding more layers to a pierced lamp.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/558f7a67-6c0e-4d11-8210-6d0be060e165)
- [Video: Welcome to the not-so-fun, but very important, side of pottery: cleaning the bottoms of glazed pieces. Every piece must be wiped clean to prevent it from sticking to the kiln shelf during firing.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2428cbaf-c3af-497b-839c-32c157db9884)
- [Video: The "mazdoor life" of a studio potter. This is the process of sanding the bottom of a finished piece to make it smooth. It's the final touch that makes a handmade item feel professional.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0cf0cf97-cc99-48cb-b1f5-d9f5a7da2d5b)
- [Video: Nothing goes to waste in the studio. This is the vicious but vital circle of clay recycling, where we reclaim all our scraps and dried pieces to make them workable again. It's a messy but sustainable practice.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0c788ad9-2787-4f2f-9bb1-631ee0178c75)
- [Video: The kiln is always full of surprises. Sometimes pieces come out with unexpected cracks or glaze runs. In this video, I'm unboxing some new bowls and learning to embrace the quirks and imperfections.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/98e607bf-6e15-46d3-9acd-257f2e6d6ae5)
- [Video: Heartbreak is when a piece you've poured your heart into cracks. I tried the Mishima inlay technique for the first time on two plates, and one didn't survive. It's a reminder that we can't fix everything, and that's okay.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cb0eabbb-7f7d-48fc-a449-6897a7824434)

### [Play with Clay: Workshops for All](https://mytribe.in/handmadebymalvika/pottery-workshops/play-with-clay-workshops-for-all)

- [Video: The studio filled with laughter and creativity during a mould-making workshop. It's a joy to see students learning new skills, helping each other, and proudly showing off their creations at the end of the day.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/86d39640-7c6c-4d7f-adc1-7a5ee41eb790)
- [Video: A glimpse into a pottery exhibition where I got to share my work. These events are a wonderful way to connect with people, meet other talented artists, and be part of a vibrant creative community.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b6f76d41-a333-47bf-9400-e1f67287795d)

### [My Pottery Journal](https://mytribe.in/handmadebymalvika/pottery-workshops/my-pottery-journal)

- ![This is something I wrote when trying to put my feelings about pottery into words. We spend our lives trying to hide our imperfections, but in clay, we learn to embrace and even celebrate them.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fc186e9f-1b41-497c-84b3-7d6cd20a9b93)
- [Video: This verse from Kabir, "Mati Kahe Kumhar Se," is a profound reminder of our connection to the earth. My hands covered in clay, I feel this deep truth about creation and our own transient nature.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/51479a2a-1712-4999-9be6-ff92ee778b0a)
- ![Sometimes my journal doodles make their way onto the clay. This little sketch captures the feeling of throwing yourself completely into the creative process, making pieces not just out of clay, but out of yourself.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/16350c6e-deb2-4d9e-a19d-c1225d9af274)
- [Video: The art of letting go is a hard lesson in pottery. I've learned to distinguish between a practice piece and a final piece, and sometimes that means breaking something to start again, better.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7834b834-9af3-4828-b708-2d2cfd78d1fa)
- [Video: On a trip to Spiti, I discovered the traditional Zama pottery of Langza village. Touching the local black soil and seeing ancient pots was incredibly inspiring and connected me to a long lineage of potters.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/71a01d82-7866-4d97-9fa2-4e1be0bfcb8b)
- [Video: A look at the artist and the art. My inspiration often comes from nature, from quiet moments by a waterfall, which then finds its way into my paintings and illustrations.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fdcdb0b4-6684-4f99-ac10-4f69662648cf)
- ![The story behind my logo. Handmade by Malvika has been a 10-year journey of starting, stopping, and finding my way back. This isn't the end, it's just the beginning again, right in the middle.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a25d15f8-27af-4e4b-a75e-744b3031649e)
- ![And sometimes, what was broken can be fixed. This is the other half of the story, a symbol of hope and resilience. In pottery, we learn when to let go and when to mend.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6e47a7bd-b97b-447b-ba68-ceb1b073c68c)
- [Video: From a simple lump of clay to a finished tealight holder, this piece captures my journey. It's been five months since I returned to pottery, and I'm so glad to be back, with a long way still to go.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8baefb43-aaca-47a2-83f2-a56fe5e26515)

## Meet your expert

[Malvika](https://mytribe.in/handmadebymalvika)

### My story

Ten years in, and I still don’t know if I’m at the start or somewhere in the middle. Handmade by Malvika is me, losing and finding myself, painting memories—like my nani peeling oranges in winter sun, or my mother’s tiny garden. I grew up loving big vases, now I chase small joys. I sketch movies so the endings never come. My art is a jumble of Spiti houses, Tirthan valleys, and all the feelings I can’t say out loud.

### My work

- **Handmade Visual Art**: I make quirky ceramic vases, trinket bowls, planters, and wearable art badges inspired by mountains and poetry.
- **Memory-Inspired Illustration**: My digital illustrations and pottery often blend places and moments from my own memories.
- **Imperfect, Slow Craft**: Everything’s handmade, so expect uneven shapes and colors—each piece is jigar ka tukda, and I love the flaws.
- **Workshops & Commissions**: I host workshops for kids and adults, and take custom orders if you want something personal.
- **For Old Souls**: If you love slow days, bookstores, and things made with stories, you’ll feel at home with my work.

## More services from Malvika

- [Hand-Embroidered Accessories](https://mytribe.in/handmadebymalvika/hand-embroidered-accessories) · ₹600-1,500 per badge (estimate)
- [Illustration & Art Prints](https://mytribe.in/handmadebymalvika/illustration-art-prints) · ₹1,200-6,000 per artwork (estimate)
- [Handmade Pottery & Ceramics](https://mytribe.in/handmadebymalvika/handmade-pottery-ceramics) · ₹400-6,000 per piece (estimate)

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