Five benefits of our weekly pottery classes in Barcelona
If your life feels dominated by screens and schedules, you’re not alone. Accessing a space away from the demands of the digital age can offer you a chance to reset and recharge.
Behind the doors of our Poblenou pottery studio, you’ll find a refuge from the hectic pace of the big city. The process of ceramics simply can’t be rushed, and by embracing pottery as a weekly practice, you’ll find an opportunity to disconnect from the hustle and rediscover the joys of creativity and working with your hands.
So, if you’re thinking about signing up for weekly pottery classes in Barcelona, let’s take a look at the benefits!
Reasons to sign up for a pottery class in Barcelona
Here are five compelling reasons why immersing yourself in the world of clay can be both practical and gratifying.
1. You will unlock your creative potential
Pottery is not just about throwing clay on a wheel; it’s about unlocking your creativity. Whether you’re a complete novice or an experienced artist, our pottery classes in Barcelona provide a hands-on experience that allows you to explore various techniques, shapes, and forms.
Our experienced teachers (who teach in both English and Spanish) will teach you how to achieve the forms you want, and help you push your skills and develop your pottery practice. This process not only nurtures your creative side but also provides a tangible outlet for self-expression, fostering a sense of creativity that goes beyond the studio. You’ll quickly find that you’ll be able to apply this creativity in other areas of your life.
2. You’ll find mindful focus and stress relief
Many students report a powerful sense of relaxation during our pottery classes. Barcelona is a big city, and life here can be fast-paced and demanding. Our studio offers a therapeutic escape, allowing you to unwind, refocus, and get in the zone.
Whether you choose to work on the wheel or engage in hand-building, the tactile experience of working with clay requires your full attention. Clay is a demanding material, and you’ll need to be fully present and focused. This not only relieves stress but also promotes mindfulness, creating a meditative space where you can leave the pressures of daily life behind.
What’s more, you’ll notice the benefits extend beyond the two hours of the class, helping you to feel calmer and more present in the rest of your busy week.
3. You’ll build connections and find a creative community
Art has a unique way of bringing people together, and our weekly pottery classes in Barcelona are no exception. Our studio is a community of individual students, co-workers and artists who share a passion for ceramics. Working side by side with other students, you’ll be exposed to new ideas and techniques. We also host masterclasses taught by local potters, and our school is an important part of Barcelona’s ceramics scene.
Often, continuous students go on to take a coworking space, where they can continue with their own ceramics practice, working independently of our teachers. However, everyone in the studio exchanges ideas, shares knowledge and experience, and celebrates each other’s pieces.
Our classes create an environment where the community is as essential as the craft itself. This interconnectedness adds a social dimension to your artistic journey, making it not just a class but a shared experience.
4. You’ll develop skills and build your confidence
Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced potter, our pottery classes cater to all skill levels. Our expert instructors guide you through each step of the process, offering personalised feedback to help you develop a deep understanding of the material, and refine your technique.
The journey of skill development is carefully structured, giving you a concrete understanding of your progress over time, and a real sense of achievement as you build your skills and throw larger and more complicated forms.
5. You’ll make beautiful pieces
The therapeutic and creative benefits of our pottery classes in Barcelona are profound, but there is one more benefit – the beautiful pieces that you’ll create in class. We encourage our students to practise their throwing and recycle pieces that haven’t worked out, but taking pieces from start to finish is a rewarding part of the process.
From crafting tableware to designing unique decorative items, you’ll be able to take your pieces home, drink your morning coffee from a cup that you made, put flowers in a vase that you’ve handbuilt, serve food in bowls that you threw and trimmed in our studio. Whatever might be on your making list, there’s a special pleasure in holding a pot that you’ve meticulously crafted with your own hands.
Sign up for our pottery classes in Barcelona
Our weekly pottery classes at Corrie Bain International Ceramics School will take you on a learning journey. You’ll build your skills and create beautiful pieces, but in tandem you’ll notice that you’re more creative, more focused, and more relaxed. Taught in both Spanish and English, our classes are perfect for anyone interested in artistic and personal growth this year.
