The Crafted Chronicles from May to October 2024 is a dynamic celebration of ceramics! Join 14 artists, like Emma Carlow and Eloisa Gobbo, for workshops, artist talks, and interactive sessions mixing traditional pottery, sculpture, and more. Whether you're a clay pro or just starting, come explore and have fun!
Read MoreDiscover how newcomers to Leeds find community and creative fulfillment at Sunken Studio. Hear from members who've made connections and deepened their pottery skills after relocating. Whether you're new to the city or clay, our studio offers a welcoming space for all to explore their artistic side and build friendships. Join us to make Leeds feel more like home through the love of pottery.
Read MoreExplore the heart of creativity and community at Sunken Studio, your third place in Leeds beyond home and work. Dive into the stories of our members and discover a space where friendship, creativity, and relaxation converge. Whether you're a seasoned maker or new to pottery, Sunken Studio offers a welcoming environment for all to share, learn, and grow. Join us to find your third place, where conversations flow, creativity thrives, and a sense of neighbourhood is redefined.
Read MoreDiscover flexible pottery courses at Sunken Studio, tailored to fit your schedule. From beginner classes to advanced workshops, our daytime offerings in Leeds cater to all levels. Whether you're seeking a creative outlet, team-building activities, or a sense of community, our studio provides a welcoming space for everyone. Explore new skills, connect with likeminded creatives, and join our membership for access to exclusive resources. Embrace the joy of pottery and craft your journey with us.
Read MoreSee what our students have been up to over the past 12 weeks.
Read MoreLearn about the new clays we have available and how we tested clay shrinkage.
Read MoreThe Open Day on the 3rd July embodied much of what we’d be aiming for - lots of people, celebrating their work, and encouraging others to do the same.
Read MoreStudio member James Mouat chats about experimentation and playing with ceramic techniques, and Rebecca reflects on how far Sunken Studio has come in just 12 months.
Read MoreSunken Studio’s newest tutor, Fernanda Cortes, shares her inspirations, processes and techniques.
Read MoreSave the date! Saturday 3 June, 13:00-20:00: Sunken Studio x Duke Makes open day. Watch demos, listen to talks, see machines in action and meet the teams at two of Leeds’ creative spaces.
Read MorePottery fan Philip talks about why he joined Sunken Studio's Membership.
Read MoreWe work with a range of businesses, designers and artists to design and manufacture custom made ceramic tableware, homeware, and tiles.
Read MoreWe’re delighted to announce that Ceramic Room is the first business at Sunken Studio to sign-up to our Emerging Maker Incubator. This new membership scheme aims to support creative, critical, and business growth.
Read MoreThe more decorating techniques, the better! Sardinian studio member Elena shares how decorating pots with colourful slips, intricate sgraffito, mono printing, slip inlay, and underglaze pencils helps with her recovery from depression and anxiety.
Read MoreArt imitating reality and reality imitating art: Stella discusses how we interact with so many objects everyday that could be used to inspire our work.
Read MoreHand meets digital: our hacks for recording life at the pottery.
Read MoreThis guide aims to help you gauge what course to do next, and wether a membership is suitable for you.
Read MoreDo we do it? Yes we do!
Read MoreAlex has been a studio member since February 2020. She uses a range of wheel and hand techniques: frequently hacking, stacking and tailoring forms into characterful hybrid pots.
Read MoreLearn more about the stages of clay. This film is a speedy (but long) introduction to how clay behaves at different stages.
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