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Join us at our women-led ceramics retreat for pottery making in Punjab, India

  • Last activity : 11 Nov 2025

Availability

  2025 

 Min stay requested: 1 month or more

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  • Description

    Description

    We run a globally loved, contemporary ceramic studio located on a peaceful farm in Chandigarh, India. We host pottery retreats and workshops for guests from around the world, throughout the year, and are looking for experienced ceramic artists or instructors to join us as studio assistants and teachers.

    We offer a serene and creative space for those passionate about ceramics and teaching. As a volunteer or ceramic teacher, you’ll be key in guiding our workshop and retreat guests, sharing your skills, and fostering a memorable experience, in the presence of absence of our primary teacher - Andy (Anuja).

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Art Projects
    Teaching
    Hospitality/Tourism
    General Maintenance
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    What you’ll get:

    -A full cultural and creative experience on our serene farm — surrounded by nature, art, and a vibrant community of makers.
    -Comfortable accommodation at the Potter's villa, on the property.
    -Delicious, home-cooked meals prepared daily with fresh ingredients.
    -Interaction with guests from around the world and exposure to diverse cultures and creative practices.
    -Full access to our ceramic studio and all tools, materials, and equipment to pursue your own projects during your free time.

    While studio materials and tools are free to use, you can fire your personal pieces at a nominal charge of INR 100 per 100 grams based on the finished weight of your work.

    You’ll be part of an inspiring, creative environment that values craftsmanship, community, and the slow rhythm of life on a farm.

  • Projects involving children

    Projects involving children

    This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.

  • Help

    Help

    As a ceramic teacher & guide, your role will include:

    - Guiding and assisting guests during studio sessions in handbuilding and wheel work.
    - Interacting warmly with guests, creating an engaging and supportive studio environment.
    - Ensuring studio upkeep and cleanliness, organizing tools, materials, and student work.
    - Overseeing drying, trimming, slipping, scoring, joinery, and finishing of pieces.
    - Supporting and guiding students in the absence of the lead artist (Andy).
    - Helping plan studio schedules, firings, and general operations.
    - Supervising firings, including loading, unloading, and maintaining kilns.

    We’re looking for someone who:

    - Has prior experience working in a ceramics studio.
    - Is comfortable teaching or guiding others in basic ceramic techniques.
    - Communicates clearly and fluently in English.
    - Is responsible, self-motivated, and organized.
    - Enjoys being part of a small, creative, community-driven space.

    Additional skills that are always appreciated

    -Social media documentation, daily stories on Instagram
    -Photography & content creation
    -PR & networking in the art, interior design industry
    -Storytelling, and community building

    Your Typical Day:

    Your day runs from 11 AM to 6 PM, Monday through Sunday — with plenty of time to explore your creativity, connect with guests, or simply unwind on our peaceful farm.

    Daily Schedule:

    8:00 – 9:00 AM: Yoga at the Yoga Lounge (Monday to Saturday)
    9:30 AM - 10.30AM: Breakfast
    11:00 AM – 2:00 PM: Studio time
    2:00 PM: Lunch break
    2:30 PM – 6:30 PM: Studio time
    7:45 PM: Dinner

  • Languages spoken

    English: Fluent

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    Comfortable and beautiful accommodation at the Potter's villa itself, same as the accommodation offered to our guests, in a private bedroom which is air-conditioned and has a storage rack for your clothes and belongings. Vegetarian meals are part of the agreement.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    You may spend time with guests during non-studio hours and also explore the city with them as and when you like - There is a lot of interesting architecture in Chandigarh, which was designed by the French architect Le Corbusier.

    We are a family of dog lovers and have four of our own. It is essential that you are not scared of dogs and are willing to spend time with them around.

    The farm environment also brings with it creepy crawlies, bugs and the occasioanl reptiles, please beware of this and embrace the farm life.

  • A little more information

    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    One

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

    Chicklet & Family

    Monkey

    Mylo

    Bono

    FIFI

    Bosch

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