Soft slab construction
This three-hour workshop is a deep dive into the possibilities of soft slab construction. Leave the pressure of creating a finished piece behind and immerse yourself in pure process. Nina will demo a variety of techniques for shaping, joining, and manipulating soft clay slabs. You will then have the opportunity to get your hands dirty, experiment with these methods, and discover how the clay responds. This is a unique chance to build muscle memory and creative confidence with clay, without focusing on an outcome. Perfect for beginners curious about handbuilding or experienced potters looking to refresh their foundational skills.
22 February 2026 from 10h00 to 13h00
Cost R950
This workshop can accommodate all skills levels.
Email: info@melvillemudroom.co.za for more info or make a booking
Traditional raku
In this workshop you will decorate your pots with wax resist and glaze them (choosing from transparent, white, yellow or torqoise glazes). We will pack the raku kiln and fire it. You can bring two pots for this firing.
22 March 2026 from 10h00 to 13h00
Cost R950
This workshop can accommodate all skills levels – burnished bisque can be provided.
Email: info@melvillemudroom.co.za for more info or make a booking
Monoprinting on clay
In this workshop we will demo various ways to monoprint on clay, incorporating silk screens and clay chalk. You will have the opportunity to experiment and explore this technique. You will make your final prints on five tiles which we will glaze and fire for you.
26 April 2026 from 10h00 to 13h00
Cost R950
This workshop can accommodate all skills levels
Email: info@melvillemudroom.co.za for more info or make a booking
Raku with horsehair, feathers and sugar, and Obvara
In this workshop we will fire your pieces in our raku kiln, thereafter you will decorate your pots using horsehair, feathers and sugar, and Obvara. You can bring four pots for this firing.
24 May 2026 from 10h00 to 13h00
Cost R950
This workshop can accommodate all skill levels – burnished bisque can be provided.
Email: info@melvillemudroom.co.za for more info or to make a booking
Naked raku with resist
In this workshop you will decorate your pots with a special slip and wax resist if you want to add a decorative element. We will pack the raku kiln and fire it. You can bring two burnished pots for this firing. The finished pots have a lovely satin sheen finish.
26 July 2026 from 10h00 to 13h00
Cost R950
This workshop can accommodate all skill levels – burnished bisque can be provided.
Email: info@melvillemudroom.co.za for more info or make a booking
Printing with gelli plates on clay
In this workshop we will demo various ways to use a gelli plate to print on clay, incorporating monoprinting. You will have the opportunity to experiment and explore this technique. You will make your final prints on five tiles which we will glaze and fire for you.
30 August 2026 from 10h00 to 13h00
Cost R950
This workshop can accommodate all skill levels.
Email: info@melvillemudroom.co.za for more info or make a booking
Saggar firing with botanicals
In this workshop we will explore the ancient method of saggar firing using raw clay slip on fabric (and foil) to create the saggar. Various materials such as copper, copper sulphate, salt, organic matter and botanicals, ferric chloride, and others will be added to your pots. The pots with saggars will be fired in our raku kiln. You can bring two pots for this firing.
27 September 2026 from 10h00 to 13h00
Cost R950
This workshop can accommodate all skill levels – burnished bisque can be provided.
Email: info@melvillemudroom.co.za for more info or make a booking
Photolithography: Transfer images onto clay
Discover the fascinating intersection of photography and ceramics in this three-hour workshop. You’ll be guided through the photolithography process – a technique for transferring photographic images onto clay surfaces. The session includes a full demonstration of the method, followed by hands-on time to experiment with the process yourself.
29 November 2026 from 10h00 to 13h00
Cost R950
This workshop is for all skills level .
Email: info@melvillemudroom.co.za for more info or make a booking