Pottery painting in Locarno
How does
it work?
1. Choose your object
Choose from a selection of unique mugs, small plates, vases, ornaments, and more, all in different shapes and sizes. Each piece is slow-made and lovingly handcrafted by us in Zurich.
2. Introduction
Our team will give you a brief introduction on how to use the paints and materials.
3. Paint
Then it’s time to unleash your creativity and paint your masterpiece!
4. Pickup
After your session, we’ll take care of glazing and firing your creations. In just 4 weeks, your unique, dishwasher-safe and food-safe pieces will be ready for pickup at the studio.
#SlowmadeAtLOKI
We make, you paint
A variety of slow-made objects, ready to be painted during our 2-hour pottery painting session or workshops.
Our pottery painting studios
Locarno
Pottery painting and more: pottery courses and workshops in wheel throwing and handbuilding. Discover our studio in Zurich.
Zurich
FAQ
Is it possible to cancel or change the date of my reservation?
- No refunds will be provided for cancellations of the booking.
- It is only possible to change the date of the booking. In case of modification of the date of the booking, the following terms apply:
- Up to 5 days before the class: the change of the date is free of charge.
- From 5 days to 2 hours before the booking: 50% of the total price will be extra charged.
- In the case of a no-show without notification, it is not possible to reschedule the booking to another date or receive a refund. No exceptions are made: in case of illness or personal matters, the terms and conditions mentioned above apply. We cannot take into account any medical or legal certificates.
- Further terms & conditions can be found here.
I recently took a pottery painting session, when can I come and pick up my creations?
All student work is ready within 4 weeks of the session or workshop date. As soon as your creations are ready, we will send you an email with all the information for picking up your creations. If you have not received an email and it has been more than 4 weeks please check your spam folder! Once you receive the email you can come and pick up your creations during the following opening hours:
– Wednesdays 3-5 pm
– Fridays 5–9 pm
– Saturdays 1-5 pm
The pickup is closed during the studio holidays which are:
– 01.08.2024
– 01.11.2024
– 23.12.2024 – 20.01.2025 (Christmas break)
Do you offer a shipping service for finished creations?
Absolutely! We offer a shipping service for finished creations, with an additional fee. We can ship to your preferred address. During your session, you can request a form to fill out your details, and payment for the shipping can be made directly at the studio.
How are your objects created?
Our pottery painting items are entirely crafted by our staff in our production studio in Zurich. It typically takes between one and two weeks from the birth of an object to its completion, as the object undergoes several phases. We use a technique called ‘slipcasting’. ‘Slip’ is essentially liquified clay, in a creamy, pourable consistency. We mix powdered clay with water and let it settle for a couple of weeks to ensure there are no air bubbles present. Then, we pour the mixture into plaster molds that solidify the clay, and after a few minutes, we remove them from the molds. The items are left to rest for 1-2 days and then finished with a sponge and smoothed. They are dried and fired at 980 degrees for about 2 days. Afterwards, they are transported to our pottery painting studios and are ready to be painted. Handcrafting our items gives us greater control over the materials used, quality, and functionality. Additionally, each object is truly unique and crafted slowly in Switzerland.
Do you offer a firing service for ceramics?
No, we do not currently offer firing services for external customers using their own materials.