2026 Session 3 | The Language of small (but Mighty) things: exploring voice and story through clay | June 28-July 11

from €2,800.00

This session, led by ceramic artist Larissa Stutterheim, explores how small (but migthy) decorative elements can be incorporated into creative practice and storytelling. Ideal for hobbyists, ceramicists, and designers, the session introduces techniques in bead creation, metalworking, and jewelry design and assembly, alongside alternative firing methods such as raku and suggar firing.

If you are paying in US dollars, 2800€ converts to 3170$ and 3300€ converts to 3874$ (values before fees; see current exchange rate to confirm). The price includes the 23% VAT applicable in Portugal.

This service is non-refundable.

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This session, led by ceramic artist Larissa Stutterheim, explores how small (but migthy) decorative elements can be incorporated into creative practice and storytelling. Ideal for hobbyists, ceramicists, and designers, the session introduces techniques in bead creation, metalworking, and jewelry design and assembly, alongside alternative firing methods such as raku and suggar firing.

If you are paying in US dollars, 2800€ converts to 3170$ and 3300€ converts to 3874$ (values before fees; see current exchange rate to confirm). The price includes the 23% VAT applicable in Portugal.

This service is non-refundable.

No experience. No worries. Just clay.

Return to residency description
  • In the Full Residency, in addition to all the necessary materials and resources, lunches and morning and afternoon snacks on workdays are included.

    In the Residency Without Meals, only the materials and resources necessary for the classes are included.

  • The classes will be taught in English, Portuguese, Dutch and French.

  • It is important that all participants have a spirit of adventure, a willingness to learn, and short, well-groomed nails.

    The nails should be short to work at the pottery wheel, allowing the tips of the fingers to be used without scratching or puncturing the clay.

  • Participants should wear clothing and footwear that they do not mind getting dirty.

    Additionally, it is important to note that Atelier Retiro does not have air conditioning. It is an old granite building, typically cool, but clothing should be suitable for the season: light in summer and warm in winter.

    Atelier Retiro has a washing machine available for residents to wash their muddy clothes.