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- Dive into Catania's pottery traditions as you design and shape your own piece side by side with local artisans in a Catania studio. - Arrive at the pottery studio on Via Messina, ring the entry phone by the tobacco shop, check in and slip on your apron ready to start creating. - Work at the wheel as you center, pull and form clay on a ceramic lathe, experiencing each step of the Sicilian pottery production process. - Decorate your own ceramic tiles, learn how Sicilian pottery connects to traditions worldwide, then explore the studio shop and pick a favorite.
- Hands-on ceramic lathe session- Pottery studio visit- Tile decoration class- Apron provided- Guidance from expert artisans
Souvenirs
Shipping charges for completed ceramics
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Discover the ancient Sicilian art of pottery manufacturing. Enter a studio in the heart of Catania and discover all the secrets behind this fascinating art. From the ground to the object creation, this famous pottery lab is full of artisans who have a lot of knowledge to share with curious travelers. Start with a historic introduction about pottery craftsmanship: learn about the origins of the laboratory, discover the roots of ceramic manufacturing in Sicily and all over the world. Let yourself be guided by an expert artisan during your journey through the magical pottery universe. Discover all the steps of production before improving your artistic skills on ceramic. Work on the lathe under the guide of an artisan and model your piece of ceramic, creating your own masterpiece. You will also discover more tips about ceramic. Then, decorate your own handwork learning from an expert designer. Once the work is completed, your own ceramic objects will be cooked in the special oven (48 hours of cooking) and if you desire, your handcraft will be sent to you (shipping expenses to be paid separately). Enjoy a tour of the ceramic shop and bring with you a souvenir for your friends and family.
What's not allowed
Wheelchairs and strollers: The experience is not wheelchair accessible and not stroller accessible.
Pets: This experience is not suitable for pets.
Infants on laps: Infants must not sit on laps during the experience.
Accessibility
Wheelchair access: The experience is not wheelchair accessible.
Stroller access: The experience is not stroller accessible.
Additional information
Meeting point: Ring the entry phone at Via Messina, 687, in front of the tobacco shop to advise of your arrival.
Infant seating: Infant seats are unavailable for this experience.
Transport options: Public transportation is available near the meeting point.
Ceramic shipping: Shipping charges apply if you choose to have completed ceramics shipped to you.
Please check your final voucher for the redemption details and specific instructions.