Unleash Your Inner Artist: Apulian Ceramics Course in a Traditional Masseria

Taranto

In Grottaglie, 'Modelling your clay dreams' offers a unique pottery wheel workshop in a fascinating cave studio. Explore MENA FUECO's funky ceramic art and tap into your creative fire. All materials provided for this beginner-friendly experience. Take note that firing and shipping aren't included.

Matera

Matera: terracotta artisanal workshop immerses you in ancient pottery. An architect and ceramist shares the land's voice through design objects made from local materials. Experience a 2-hour storytelling session inside a Sassi artisan studio. Create your artifact to take home, a unique piece of Basilicata's cultural landscape.

Puglia

Model Ceramics in the Laboratory of a Masseria offers a hands-on experience in Puglia's beautiful countryside. This unique workshop takes place within a traditional farmhouse, where guests discover the ancient art of ceramics with a master potter. It's a perfect blend of creativity and relaxation for those wanting to immerse themselves in local traditions. Participants will begin with a brief introduction to the different types of clay and processing techniques used, both old and new. Then, it's time to get hands-on, learning how to shape the clay and use a lathe to create beautiful forms. The master ceramicist guides each step, sharing anecdotes and secrets passed down through generations. For a memorable souvenir, creations can be left at the farm for firing and shipped home. The experience concludes with a delightful aperitif in the farm's courtyard, offering a chance to savor local flavors and relax after the immersive, creative activity. This experience provides a chance to appreciate the artistic heritage of Puglia.

Matera

Interactive Clay Workshop: Create Your Own Cucu in Matera. Discover the heart of Matera's artisan traditions with a special workshop. This experience lets you learn about the old art of the cucù, a clay whistle shaped like a bird. The cucù makes a fun sound and has important cultural meaning. The workshop takes place in a real pottery studio. A Master Artisan will teach how to make the whistles. People will learn old ways to make clay whistles that have one sound, two sounds, or even use water to make the sound. Each type of whistle has its own special charm. The master artisan will show you the easy way of moulding the clay into different shapes. After the cucù is made, it will be fired in a kiln. This makes it strong and gives it a good sound. The finished cucù can be picked up later or shipped to another country. This handmade cucù is a real piece of Matera. This keepsake will help you remember the spirit of Matera.