--- title: "Hand-Building Pottery Workshops in Mumbai | Studio White & Gray" description: "Learn hand-building pottery in Mumbai. Join our workshops for mugs, trays, and more using pinching and coiling techniques. No wheel experience needed." canonical: https://mytribe.in/studio_whiteandgray/pottery-workshops-classes/hand-building-mugs-trays-more last_updated: 2026-02-23 --- # Hand-Building Pottery Workshops: Mugs, Trays & More Tribe Verified · Based in a historic Byculla mill By [Studio White & Gray](https://mytribe.in/studio_whiteandgray) · In-person workshops at studio in Byculla East, Mumbai · ₹1,200 per person (estimate) Part of [Pottery Workshops & Classes](https://mytribe.in/studio_whiteandgray/pottery-workshops-classes). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/studio_whiteandgray/pottery-workshops-classes/gallery) Slow down and shape your own functional art. Discover the tactile joy of hand-building clay without the wheel. ## Photos and videos - ![Our "Make Your Own Mug" workshop is a great place to start your pottery journey. This poster captures a moment of focus as a participant sculpts a face onto their hand-pinched mug.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/76d739ec-15e1-4ddb-8b65-7f04a0017651) - [Video: A collage of beautiful, unique mugs created in our hand-pinching workshop. It shows the endless possibilities, from heart decorations to rustic textures, that you can explore.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7062282f-1593-444a-99f1-2ec413e3803b) - ![A student carefully adds a textured leaf appliqué to her hand-built mug. This surface decoration technique allows for intricate and personal designs.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b9f296d9-79e8-447b-b556-0b24aac677d3) - ![In our studio, you'll find all the tools you need. Here, a participant uses a banding wheel to work on her charming, hand-sculpted cat-themed mug.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/30d0b54e-7406-4c44-8946-f19da00a21f9) - ![Hand-building isn't just for pots and mugs. This student is sculpting a small, expressive face, showing how you can use clay to create unique art pieces.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d3c8c038-2311-4546-ac96-71367dd91042) - [Video: This video shows the process of creating personalized ceramic trays, from rolling out the clay slab to hand-painting a message before the piece is glazed and fired.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ec16d579-7f1b-4c07-a693-8a122d29395f) - [Video: From shaping the initial form to the final glazed product, this video shows the evolution of a hand-built mug, complete with delicate, handmade cherry blossoms.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/144b6768-7903-4aea-a5a3-06f2cace08de) - [Video: Creating memories and art. Our workshops are a great way for couples and friends to spend a weekend, shaping their imagination into tangible objects.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cc9f3291-215c-410c-ab67-46402f73baa9) - [Video: A look at the slab-building technique, where clay is rolled into flat sheets and then joined to create larger, more geometric forms like this beautiful vase.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/044f2bb7-3de7-489f-96e1-47553af49ddd) - ![A stack of beautifully crafted cups and saucers made using hand-building techniques. The subtle textures and patterns show the artist's touch.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4ac685c6-0478-4758-bd90-b61c4d451595) - [Video: A finished mug from our workshop, glazed and ready to be used. The simple, hand-applied hearts give it a charming and personal feel.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/be2d0239-8705-49ee-a0d2-9529fb0eb9b7) - [Video: This hand-pinched espresso cup showcases a rustic, textured surface with a unique glaze. Each piece tells the story of its creation through its imperfections.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/60d07456-8e73-4cee-bbfd-7bc31d166765) - [Video: A lovely blue-glazed mug with a heart impression. In our workshops, we teach you how to add these small details that make your creation truly yours.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2757964f-3faf-42b5-9233-da3c928cb2f5) - [Video: A playful mug with a surprise dolphin sculpted inside. This piece shows the fun and creativity that hand-building allows, perfect for making one-of-a-kind gifts.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/195b19ad-406f-4721-9ff5-b7cba11b96a0) - [Video: A Sunday at the studio is filled with creativity. This video shows a bustling hand-building workshop where participants are making custom coasters and bowls.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1906e53b-8fc4-41ea-ba29-9e445f4c0341) ## About Hand-Building: Mugs, Trays & More Hand-building is a tactile, slow process that prioritizes form over speed. When you join this workshop, you shape your piece from scratch using pinching or coiling techniques, but the clay requires a journey after the session ends. Because every mug must be dried, bisque-fired, and professionally glazed, your finished, food-safe creation will be ready for pickup or shipping in two to four weeks. At Studio White & Gray, we strip pottery back to its most basic elements. You do not need a wheel to create something beautiful. Hand-building techniques like pinching and slab-work allow you to feel the density of the clay and understand its limits without the pressure of a spinning wheel. This is where you make personalized functional ware, such as coffee mugs, trinket dishes, or serving trays, that carry the unique impressions of your hands. Our Byculla studio provides the space to disconnect from the city rush and focus on this discipline. Whether you are a beginner curious about clay or someone looking to refine your surface decoration, these sessions are designed to be accessible. We provide all the tools, aprons, and guidance you need. We handle the technical heavy lifting, including the careful process of drying, glazing, and firing. Just bring your patience, as the nature of ceramics requires us to respect the drying time before your work is ready for your kitchen shelf. ## About Studio White & Gray I am Sandeep, and this studio is my way of sharing the discipline of clay. We built this space in the Byculla mill compound for anyone who wants to slow down and use their hands for more than just typing. Come for the clay, stay for the quiet. 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