Form & Vessel Development — 4-Day intermediate Maria De Haan. 24 - 27 March / 21 - 24 April
Workshop Overview
This four-day intensive workshop is designed for intermediate ceramicists who already have experience working on the wheel and are ready to explore form, scale, and vessel development in greater depth.
The focus of the workshop is on developing form and visual sensitivity through making. Students will be encouraged to work larger than they are used to, explore proportion and curve, and develop a more confident approach to vessel making through practice, observation, and guidance.
This is a focused workshop for makers who want to spend dedicated time developing their work and refining their visual language.
About the Instructor
Maria De Haan is a ceramic artist with over two decades of experience working with clay, recognised for her vessel forms and her sensitivity to proportion, curve, and surface. Her practice centres on wheel-thrown ceramics, with a strong emphasis on scale, balance, and visual clarity.
Having trained and worked internationally, Maria has developed a distinctive approach to large-scale throwing rooted in experience and observation. Her work draws inspiration from natural forms and organic movement, resulting in vessels known for their presence and coherence.
As a teacher, Maria works primarily with intermediate and advanced students, offering a focused and supportive learning environment. Her workshops encourage participants to develop their work more deeply, make clear visual decisions, and gain confidence working at a larger scale.
In her intensive workshops, Maria shares the thinking and processes that underpin her own studio practice, guiding students through building height, shaping vessels, trimming, and developing open forms.
Who This Workshop Is For
This workshop is suitable for intermediate potters with solid wheel-throwing experience.
Participants should be comfortable working independently and interested in developing their approach to form and vessel making.
This workshop is not suitable for beginners.
Daily Schedule
10:30–13:30 Morning session
13:30–14:30 Lunch break
14:30–17:30 Afternoon session
Course Content
Day 1 – Height, Tall Forms & Shaping
Building height and working at a larger scale. Morning throwing tall forms, followed by afternoon shaping, exploring curves, transitions, proportion, and silhouette.
Day 2 – Developing Forms, Trimming & Open Forms
Continuing the development of tall vessels, with trimming introduced for selected pieces. The day moves toward open forms, exploring wider shapes and different approaches to form.
Day 3 – Trimming
Dedicated trimming day for both tall and open forms, focusing on refinement and clarity through trimming.
Day 4 – Final Refinements & Individual Demonstrations
The final day is dedicated to finishing, refinement, and individual focus.
Maria will offer individual demonstrations and one-to-one guidance, responding to the specific needs of each student.
What’s Included
Unlimited clay for use during the workshop
Use of all tools and equipment
All tuition, demonstrations, and individual guidance
Glazing and firing of selected final pieces
Shipping of finished work included (see below)
VAT (Spanish IVA) included in the workshop price
Lunch is not included. The studio is located in the centre of the village, close to a wide range of cafés and restaurants to suit all budgets and dietary requirements. A roof terrace is also available for students who prefer to bring their own lunch.
Shipping of Finished Work
The workshop fee includes shipping for one standard box per participant.
Intermediate workshops include one box up to 60 × 40 × 40 cm.
At the end of the workshop, students will select their final pieces. These will then be glazed, fired, carefully packed, and prepared for shipment. All selected work must fit within the included box size.
Shipping is limited to one box per participant.
Price
€1,300
Includes VAT, materials, firing, and shipping (one standard box).
Cancellation Policy
Due to the limited number of places available and the advance costs involved, full payment is required to secure a place on the workshop.
Cancellations made 21 days or more before the workshop start date will receive a full refund.
Cancellations made within 21 days of the workshop start date are non-refundable.
In cases of illness or unforeseen circumstances, a credit toward a future workshop may be offered, subject to availability.
No refunds are given for no-shows or partial attendance.
We strongly recommend participants ensure they are able to attend all workshop dates before booking.
Workshop Overview
This four-day intensive workshop is designed for intermediate ceramicists who already have experience working on the wheel and are ready to explore form, scale, and vessel development in greater depth.
The focus of the workshop is on developing form and visual sensitivity through making. Students will be encouraged to work larger than they are used to, explore proportion and curve, and develop a more confident approach to vessel making through practice, observation, and guidance.
This is a focused workshop for makers who want to spend dedicated time developing their work and refining their visual language.
About the Instructor
Maria De Haan is a ceramic artist with over two decades of experience working with clay, recognised for her vessel forms and her sensitivity to proportion, curve, and surface. Her practice centres on wheel-thrown ceramics, with a strong emphasis on scale, balance, and visual clarity.
Having trained and worked internationally, Maria has developed a distinctive approach to large-scale throwing rooted in experience and observation. Her work draws inspiration from natural forms and organic movement, resulting in vessels known for their presence and coherence.
As a teacher, Maria works primarily with intermediate and advanced students, offering a focused and supportive learning environment. Her workshops encourage participants to develop their work more deeply, make clear visual decisions, and gain confidence working at a larger scale.
In her intensive workshops, Maria shares the thinking and processes that underpin her own studio practice, guiding students through building height, shaping vessels, trimming, and developing open forms.
Who This Workshop Is For
This workshop is suitable for intermediate potters with solid wheel-throwing experience.
Participants should be comfortable working independently and interested in developing their approach to form and vessel making.
This workshop is not suitable for beginners.
Daily Schedule
10:30–13:30 Morning session
13:30–14:30 Lunch break
14:30–17:30 Afternoon session
Course Content
Day 1 – Height, Tall Forms & Shaping
Building height and working at a larger scale. Morning throwing tall forms, followed by afternoon shaping, exploring curves, transitions, proportion, and silhouette.
Day 2 – Developing Forms, Trimming & Open Forms
Continuing the development of tall vessels, with trimming introduced for selected pieces. The day moves toward open forms, exploring wider shapes and different approaches to form.
Day 3 – Trimming
Dedicated trimming day for both tall and open forms, focusing on refinement and clarity through trimming.
Day 4 – Final Refinements & Individual Demonstrations
The final day is dedicated to finishing, refinement, and individual focus.
Maria will offer individual demonstrations and one-to-one guidance, responding to the specific needs of each student.
What’s Included
Unlimited clay for use during the workshop
Use of all tools and equipment
All tuition, demonstrations, and individual guidance
Glazing and firing of selected final pieces
Shipping of finished work included (see below)
VAT (Spanish IVA) included in the workshop price
Lunch is not included. The studio is located in the centre of the village, close to a wide range of cafés and restaurants to suit all budgets and dietary requirements. A roof terrace is also available for students who prefer to bring their own lunch.
Shipping of Finished Work
The workshop fee includes shipping for one standard box per participant.
Intermediate workshops include one box up to 60 × 40 × 40 cm.
At the end of the workshop, students will select their final pieces. These will then be glazed, fired, carefully packed, and prepared for shipment. All selected work must fit within the included box size.
Shipping is limited to one box per participant.
Price
€1,300
Includes VAT, materials, firing, and shipping (one standard box).
Cancellation Policy
Due to the limited number of places available and the advance costs involved, full payment is required to secure a place on the workshop.
Cancellations made 21 days or more before the workshop start date will receive a full refund.
Cancellations made within 21 days of the workshop start date are non-refundable.
In cases of illness or unforeseen circumstances, a credit toward a future workshop may be offered, subject to availability.
No refunds are given for no-shows or partial attendance.
We strongly recommend participants ensure they are able to attend all workshop dates before booking.