Addis Ababa: Private Traditional Eco-Pottery Masterclass
ID: GYG1359215-2074158
Category:
Country: Ethiopia
Duration:
04:00 hours
Description
Join a private eco-pottery and clay art masterclass in Addis Ababa. Learn to shape, mold, and smooth clay by hand, and take home a small piece of authentic local pottery as a keepsake.
Immerse yourself in one of East Africa's oldest artisan traditions with this private, hands-on eco-pottery and clay art masterclass. Perfect for creative travelers, families, and those looking to support local communities, this unique excursion takes you into a welcoming studio workshop run by talented local women artisans. Your experience begins with an introduction to the natural local clay, learning how it is sourced from the surrounding hills and prepared using generations-old techniques. Afterward, roll up your sleeves and take your place at the workstation. Under the patient, expert guidance of a master potter, you will learn to shape, mold, and smooth the clay by hand, discovering how traditional coffee pots (Jebena), cooking dishes, and beautiful ornamental pieces are meticulously formed without modern machines. Share stories and laughter during this rich cultural exchange, and watch the fascinating open-firing process. Conclude your artistic journey by receiving a small piece of authentic local pottery as a special keepsake, followed by a refreshing cup of traditional coffee.
Highlights
- Learn how to shape, mold, and smooth clay by hand with a master potter
- Discover how traditional coffee pots, cooking dishes, and ornaments are made
- Watch the fascinating open-firing process and enjoy a cup of traditional coffee
- Take home a small piece of authentic local pottery as a special keepsake
- Support local communities and connect with talented local women artisans
Guiding languages
INCLUDED
- Introduction to natural local clay
- Hands-on pottery and clay art masterclass
- Guidance from a master potter
- Cultural exchange with local women artisans
- Open-firing process demonstration
- Small piece of authentic local pottery as a keepsake
- Traditional coffee
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
