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Explore hands-on pottery courses in Hamburg - from beginner-friendly hand-building to immersive wheel-throwing and unique artist-led workshops. We take academic approach to seriously teach and casually bring fun. That’s our recipe for your unforgettable experience.


Whether you're curious about clay or ready to deepen your craft, there's a class for every level. Enjoy small group sessions, expert guidance, and a relaxed, creative studio atmosphere. Come shape, spin, and glaze your own ceramics - and take home more than just a finished piece.

All our courses are hosted at founded by us Chamotte: The Pottery Collective at HOHELUFTCHAUSSEE 58. It’s Hamburg’s first open pottery studio, offering a common space for hobby potters excercising their passion for the craft in their free time - during one-time classes and as Members of the Collective.


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MaKE 4 CUPS / €150

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Join us for a 1-day slip casting workshop where you'll create a set of 4 ceramic cups, going through the whole ceramic process from scratch to finish.

  • Your One-Day Experience With Pottery

    • Duration: 3 hours

    • Create: 4 ceramic cups

    • Group size: 4–8 participants

    • Language: English

    • Includes: all materials, firings, snacks & prosecco

    • Location: Chamotte / Hoheluftchaussee 58, 20253 Hamburg

    • Optional: 24k Gold / Platinum Detailing Session (+40 €)

  • Learn, Create & Take Home Your Own Ceramics

    • Full hands-on introduction to pottery fundamentals

    • Guidance through slip-casting and decorating techniques

    • 4 finished ceramic cups, fired and glazed

    • Relaxed, cozy atmosphere a genuine pottery studio

  • A Creative Evening in a Warm, Artistic Space

    • Discover how liquid clay becomes finished ceramics

    • Work with plaster moulds and underglaze paints

    • Try our signature Marble Effect technique

    • Enjoy good company, music, snacks, and prosecco

    • Leave inspired, with your own handmade set

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KURINUKI / €150

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Experience a mindful, tradition-inspired 1-day pottery workshop where you’ll create four unique pieces—two carved with the Kurinuki technique and two decorated with Sgraffito patterns.

  • Your One-Day Experience With Pottery

    • Duration: 3 hours

    • Create: 4 ceramic pieces (2 Kurinuki, 2 Sgraffito)

    • Group size: 4–10 participants

    • Language: English

    • Includes: all materials, firings, snacks & prosecco

    • Location: Chamotte / Hoheluftchaussee 58, 20253 Hamburg

  • Learn, Create & Take Home Your Own Ceramics

    • Learn two traditional techniques: Kurinuki and Sgraffito

    • Carve, sculpt, and decorate with personal patterns and textures

    • Create four handmade ceramic pieces (e.g. a cup, planter, or bijou holder + 2 cups)

    • Guidance through each stage, from clay preparation to decoration

    • A mindful, creative atmosphere with snacks and prosecco

  • A Creative Journey Through Two Ceramic Techniques

    • Discover Kurinuki – carving pottery directly from solid clay

    • Explore Sgraffito – scratching patterns through colored layers of clay

    • Combine form and surface in one coherent design

    • Work with your hands, slow down, and reconnect with the material

    • Leave with four personal, expressive pieces

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MAKE A VASE / €190

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Take part in this 1-day pottery workshop where you'll design and hand-build your own vase or sculptural piece – from first sketch to finished form.

  • Your One-Day Experience With Pottery

  • Learn, Create & Take Home Your Own Ceramics

    • Introduction to hand-building techniques for larger forms

    • Learn about clay types, structure, and form balance

    • Sketch your design or build spontaneously under guidance

    • Shape, refine, and personalize your own vase or sculpture

    • A cozy, creative environment with snacks and drinks

  • Sculpt, Shape & Express Through Clay

    • Discover the art of hand-building and sculpting

    • Understand contrasts between clay bodies and techniques

    • Learn how to construct complex shapes with confidence

    • Receive personalized guidance throughout the process

    • Lose yourself in the meditative rhythm of working with clay

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1:1 / FROM €120/HOUR

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Meet your personal mentor in this individual pottery session: Paulina Puciłowska, co-founder of SWAWOLE ATELIER. A personalized, hands-on experience designed entirely around your goals, pace, and preferred ceramic technique.

  • Your Personal Pottery Session

    • Duration: flexible (starting from 1 hour)

    • Format: individual or duo session

    • Language: English or Polish

    • Location: Chamotte / Hoheluftchaussee 58, 20253 Hamburg OR SWAWOLE ATELIER - up to discussion

    • Price: from €120 per hour (depending on topic)

  • Learn, Explore & Develop Your Craft

    • Individual, focused mentoring session

    • Choose your topic: hand-building, slip casting, Kurinuki & Sgraffito, decoration, glazing, 3D modeling and printing

    • Practical guidance and tailored advice from an experienced ceramic artist

    • Freedom to explore techniques and questions that truly interest you

    • A calm, inspiring environment to refine your skills

  • A Session Shaped Around You

    • Learn at your own pace with full attention from your mentor

    • Gain clarity on your creative direction and improve your technical skills

    • Work on your own projects or start something completely new

    • Enjoy the relaxed, open atmosphere of Chamotte – where teaching meets collaboration

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TEAM EVENT / PRICING BASED ON GROUP SIZE

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Bring your team together for an unforgettable creative experience with SWAWOLE ATELIER at Chamotte: The Pottery Collective. Pottery is more than just craft – it’s a meditative art form that strengthens focus, patience, and collaboration.

  • Your Creative Team Experience

    • Duration: 2–5 hours (depending on chosen format)

    • Group size: 4–40 participants

    • Language: English or German

    • Includes: all materials, firings, snacks & prosecco

    • Location: Chamotte / Hoheluftchaussee 58, 20253 Hamburg

    • Price: starting from €100 per person (min. €800 per group)

  • Create, Collaborate & Connect

    • A tailor-made pottery experience for your team or company

    • Choose between four creative formats: Kurinuki & Sgraffito, Slip Casting, Handbuilding a Vase, or Wheel Throwing

    • Learn new skills and techniques under the guidance of Paulina Puciłowska, co-founder of SWAWOLE ATELIER

    • Relaxed, welcoming atmosphere with snacks, drinks, and music

    • Optional catering, decoration, or fine dining add-ons available

  • Teamwork Through Creativity

    • Step away from daily routines and explore pottery as a shared adventure

    • Build, carve, glaze, or throw — together with your colleagues

    • Strengthen communication and cooperation in a playful, inspiring setting

    • Experience how creativity and collaboration can translate into stronger teamwork

    • Enjoy a cozy, open space designed to encourage connection and flow

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VOUCHER / FROM €50

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Give the gift of creativity. Our Voucher can be used for ceramics or workshops by SWAWOLE ATELIER and Chamotte – perfect for yourself or someone special.

  • Your Creative Gift That Fits Everyone

    • Value: from €50

    • Validity: 12 months from purchase

    • Use it for: ceramics or workshops at SWAWOLE ATELIER or Chamotte

    • Redeemable: online or on-site

    • Format: digital (optional physical card available)

  • Inspiration, Experience & Handcrafted Beauty

    • Can be used for pottery workshops, ceramics, or membership add-ons

    • A thoughtful gift for both beginners and experienced creatives

    • Flexible use – choose between learning, creating, or collecting ceramics

    • Digital voucher with a personal code, sent directly after purchase

    • Option to request a printed Gift Card for pickup or postage

  • Teamwork Through Creativity

    • Step away from daily routines and explore pottery as a shared adventure

    • Build, carve, glaze, or throw — together with your colleagues

    • Strengthen communication and cooperation in a playful, inspiring setting

    • Experience how creativity and collaboration can translate into stronger teamwork

    • Enjoy a cozy, open space designed to encourage connection and flow

  • All sessions are held at: Chamotte: The Pottery Collective, Hoheluftchaussee 58, 20253 Hamburg

    The workshop is conducted entirely in English and is beginner-friendly.

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MaKE 4 CUPS / €150

Full Description

Discover the Joy of Clay – in One Inspiring Evening
Step into the world of pottery with us for a hands-on, inspiring workshop that merges artistry with fun. Led by Paulina Puciłowska, co-founder of SWAWOLE ATELIER, this 3-hour session offers an unforgettable creative experience with clay – whether you’re a complete beginner or already familiar with ceramics. You’ll learn to slip-cast, hand-paint, and glaze, all while enjoying a relaxed and welcoming studio atmosphere at Chamotte.

YOUR TAKEAWAYS

Four handmade ceramic cups.

Pickup or convenient shipment available.

Finished in approximately 4-6 weeks.

New skills in slip casting and decorating.

A full introduction to the pottery process.

SUMMARY

Location: Chamotte: The Pottery Collective,
Hoheluftchaussee 58, 20253 Hamburg, Germany
Suitable For: Beginners & advanced learners
You’ll get: All materials & tools, Firings (bisque & glaze),
Snacks & drinks during the workshop
Duration: 3 hours
Group Size: 4–8 participants
Language: English
Price: €150

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KURINUKI / €150

Full Description

Discover two distinct ceramic techniques in one inspiring evening. In this signature 3-hour workshop by SWAWOLE ATELIER, you’ll experience the sculptural Japanese method of Kurinuki alongside the decorative art of Sgraffito and some other techniques. Guided step by step, you’ll create four unique pieces – two carved and two painted – each telling your own story in form and texture. Whether you’re a beginner or returning to clay, this session offers a perfect mix of creativity, craftsmanship, and calm.

YOUR TAKEAWAYS

Four handmade ceramic pieces (2 Kurinuki, 2 Sgraffito).

Ready for pickup or shipment in approx. 4-6 weeks.

Understanding of two essential pottery techniques.

A relaxing, hands-on creative experience.

Skills you can develop in future ceramic projects.

SUMMARY

Location: Chamotte – The Pottery Collective, Hoheluftchaussee 58, 20253 Hamburg, Germany

Suitable For: Beginners & advanced learners

You’ll get: All materials & tools, Firings (bisque & glaze), Snacks & drinks during the workshop

Duration: 3 hours

Group Size: 4–10 participants

Language: English

Price: €150

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MAKE A VASE / €150

Full Description

Immerse yourself in the art of sculpting with clay during this 4-hour workshop provided by SWAWOLE ATELIER. Designed for all skill levels, this session introduces the fundamentals of hand-building and clay manipulation for larger, expressive forms. You’ll start by sketching your concept or designing intuitively, and then bring it to life step by step. With expert guidance, you’ll learn to build, refine, and finish your own masterpiece, reflecting your individual creativity.

YOUR TAKEAWAYS

One hand-built ceramic vase or sculpture.

Ready for pickup or shipment in approx. 4–6 weeks.

Deeper understanding of hand-building and clay structure.

Hands-on experience shaping larger, expressive forms.

A mindful, creative escape from the everyday.

SUMMARY

Location: Chamotte – The Pottery Collective, Hoheluftchaussee 58, 20253 Hamburg, Germany

Suitable For: Beginners & advanced learners

You’ll get: All materials & tools, Firings (bisque & glaze), Snacks & drinks during the workshop

Duration: 4 hours

Group Size: 3–6 participants

Language: English

Price: €190

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1:1 / FROM €120

Full Description

The 1:1 format is a private session dedicated to your personal development in ceramics. Led by Paulina Puciłowska, co-founder of SWAWOLE ATELIER, this individual or duo meeting offers the opportunity to learn, deepen, or perfect any chosen technique – from hand-building large structures and slip casting to Kurinuki, Sgraffito, or decorative glazing. Each session is fully customized to your level and creative goals, allowing for a flexible and meaningful learning experience.

Prices start at €120 per hour and vary depending on the chosen topic.
To book your session, please fill out the contact form – we’ll get in touch to discuss your needs and schedule a suitable time.

YOUR TAKEAWAYS

Finished project of your own under mentor supervision: a competition application, a souvenir, a step-up in pottery game or simply a personal challange

Personalized guidance and new ceramic skills

Clarity and confidence in your chosen technique

Deeper understanding of materials and processes

Motivation and inspiration for your future ceramic practice

SUMMARY

Location: Chamotte or SWAWOLE ATELIER

Suitable For: All skill levels

You’ll get: Personal guidance, access to studio tools & materials, snacks & drinks during your session

Duration: flexible (starting from 1 hour)

Format: individual or duo session

Language: English or Polish

Price: from €120 per hour (depending on topic)

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TEAM EVENT / pricing based on group size

Full Description

Creativity brings people together – and that’s exactly what our pottery Team Events are designed to do. Held at Chamotte: The Pottery Collective, these sessions combine craftsmanship, relaxation, and teamwork in one memorable experience.

Whether you’re planning a corporate gathering, a press event, or a festive celebration, your team will dive into a tactile, inspiring process that encourages focus, cooperation, and imagination. From Kurinuki carving to slip casting, from sculpting vases to throwing on the wheel – every workshop format can be adjusted to your group’s needs, schedule, and skill level.

Catering, floral styling, and fine dining experiences can be arranged upon request to make your event even more special.

YOUR TAKEAWAYS

A shared creative experience that strengthens teamwork

Handmade ceramic pieces created by your team

A relaxed, mindful break from everyday routines

Renewed energy and connection within your group

A memory that lasts long after the clay dries

SUMMARY

Location: Chamotte – The Pottery Collective, Hoheluftchaussee 58, 20253 Hamburg, Germany

Suitable For: Teams, groups, and companies

You’ll get: All materials & tools, Firings (bisque & glaze), Snacks & drinks during the workshop, Optional catering or fine dining add-ons

Duration: 2–5 hours

Group Size: 4–40 participants

Language: English or German

Price: from €100 per person (min. €800 per group)

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VOUCHER / FROM €50

Full Description

Looking for a meaningful and versatile gift? The SWAWOLE ATELIER Gift Voucher is an invitation to creativity – it can be redeemed for ceramics or workshops at SWAWOLE ATELIER and Chamotte: The Pottery Collective. Whether your loved one wants to create something by hand, learn a new skill, or bring home a handcrafted ceramic piece, this voucher makes it possible.

Available as a digital code (delivered instantly after purchase) or as a printed card upon request, the voucher is valid for twelve months from the date of purchase. Choose your desired value and let the gift unfold in clay, creativity, and inspiration.

WHAT YOU’LL GIVE

A creative experience or handcrafted ceramic piece

A flexible gift, valid for one year

Freedom to choose from a variety of workshops and ceramics

Option of a digital or physical voucher

A personal, meaningful way to share art and craft

SUMMARY

Valid for: SWAWOLE ATELIER & Chamotte – The Pottery Collective

You’ll get: A unique digital voucher code (physical version optional)

Redeemable for: Ceramics, workshops, membership add-ons

Value: from €50

Validity: 12 months from purchase

Delivery: by email (or post / self-pic-up upon request)

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