Behind the Scenes at Our Pottery Studio
See what life really looks like at Studio Karva—from the physical rhythm of preparing clay to the quiet focus of our daily creative sessions.
The studio thrives with creativity, chatter, and laughter. Here, students and our studio assistant are wedging clay together. I am so grateful for the dedication of everyone who makes this space so full of life.
The studio has a new home! Here I am in our new, spacious location in Deonar. We are so excited to welcome you all to this beautiful space.
Here I am at the wheel in our new studio space. It has been a journey to get everything set up, but it's wonderful to be creating here. Thank you to everyone who has walked this path with me.
It takes a village! Moving a large, heavy coiled pot requires teamwork. My wonderful students and assistants jumped in to help move this piece for an upcoming show. This is community in action.
Wedging clay is a constant, essential task in the studio. It's the physical preparation that makes all the creative work possible.
Spiral wedging is another technique for preparing clay. There is no single right way; with practice, you observe and develop the method that works best for your body.
Sometimes, a piece doesn't work out. The best thing to do is let it go and return the clay to its source, to be reclaimed and used again for a new creation.
A few quiet moments in the studio. From the incense that cleanses the space to the focus on the wheel and the final muddy water, every part of the process is a chance to be present.
Sometimes we must just pause. Making art is a way to rest from the unending thoughts and ambitions. These simple leaf impressions in clay are a reminder to find beauty in the small moments.
I am currently spending three months as an Artist in Residence at Hampi Art Labs. This time is for personal practice and exploration, doodling in the local clay from Sandur village.
About A Day in the Studio
The work starts long before the wheel spins. You will see us wedging clay for hours—that rhythmic, physical preparation is how we remove air pockets and get the clay ready for the wheel. It is messy, demanding, and honestly, the most grounding part of our daily routine in the studio.
Life at Studio Karva is rarely about keeping things pristine. It is about the chaos and the quiet. Whether we are moving large coiled pots for an exhibition or guiding a student through their first centring attempt, the space is always humming with energy. We recently moved our home to the Vaibhav Industrial Estate in Deonar, and it has been a fresh start.
You will find incense burning, clay dust on the floors, and a constant chatter of students learning, failing, and trying again. We believe in the process—the act of 'letting go' when a piece does not work out and the pure joy when a kiln opening reveals something unexpected. It is a space where we value the community and the actual act of making over perfection.
We host everything from private group events and team-building sessions to structured foundation courses for serious hobbyists. If you are looking for a place in Mumbai where you can disconnect from your screen and reconnect with your hands, this is it. We do not just teach pottery; we share a lifestyle of mindful creation.
Studio Karva
Hi, I am Rashi. I have been living with clay since 2004, and my studio in Deonar is where I feel most at home. I love sharing this space, the mess, and the meditative quiet with anyone ready to get their hands dirty.
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