Choose an introductory wheel-throwing or handbuilding class, a multi-week session, or a private lesson with ceramic artist Marie Bourguignon.
Our pottery classes are open to beginners as well as more experienced makers who want to create and reconnect through clay in a design-forward, inclusive, and inspiring pottery studio on the Plateau-Mont-Royal.
To make the most of your pottery class, we recommend wearing comfortable clothing, keeping your nails short, and arriving a few minutes early so you can fully enjoy the introduction. Coffee, tea, and books on the art of pottery are available in the studio’s welcoming space. All materials and aprons are provided on site.
Our classes take place in small groups, in a calm and supportive atmosphere, allowing you to explore wheel-throwing or handbuilding at your own pace.
Have more questions? Browse our full FAQ.
After their visit to the workshop
“We absolutely loved our introductory class for two! Marie is a patient and attentive teacher who shares her expertise with kindness, reflecting her world and her creations. A true bubble of escape! ☁️ I highly recommend it to anyone who would like to discover pottery in beautiful conditions.”
“I loved my beginner wheel-throwing class at Tendre Atelier. Marie was perfect at sharing her passion — lots of relevant information in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. She also has a little shop where she sells her beautiful creations. I highly recommend it. 5⭐️”
“In just a few hours, Marie clearly and precisely shows us the movements needed to master the art of wheel throwing. Her patience, gentleness, and teaching skills go hand in hand with good humor and laughter. I’m amazed by what I was able to create with Tendre Atelier. I didn’t think I was capable of it, and yet, thanks to Marie, I now have a beautiful bowl that I’m very proud of! A million thanks to Marie and her Tendre Atelier, which truly lives up to its name.”
No. Our pottery classes in Montreal welcome both beginners and those wishing to return to or deepen their practice.
Wheel-throwing is done on the potter’s wheel and allows you to create round, symmetrical pieces such as bowls or cups. Handbuilding is done by hand, without a wheel, and offers a more open, expressive approach to exploring form.
Yes. All materials are thoughtfully provided on site, including clay, tools, and aprons. We simply recommend wearing comfortable clothing.
Our classes are held in small groups of up to six participants, ensuring attentive guidance and a warm, intimate experience. For private sessions, an additional wheel can be made available, allowing us to accommodate up to seven participants for a wheel-throwing workshop.
Yes. We recommend arriving a few minutes early to settle in and ease into the experience. You’re welcome to enjoy a coffee or tea and browse our selection of books on the art of ceramics in the studio’s lounge area before the class begins.
Do you have any other questions? Check out our full FAQ.
