Workshop Overview
- LanguagePortuguese, English, Spanish
- Duration3
- DifficultyAll Levels
- Private Groups & Team Building
- 2 Min Group Size
- 6 Max Group Size
- 48 hours Advance Booking Time
- €75 Price Per Person (Groups)
- €300 Minimum Booking Value
- Next DateUpon Request
What's Included
Included
- Clay, tools, firing, an apron and snacks
- Guidance from our expext
Not Included
- Shipping of pieces
- Transportation
Location Details
Rua Pinheiro de Campanhã 548, Porto, Portugal
Bookings close 48 hours before the workshop starts.
Your Teacher
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Francisco Iurcovich is an Argentine ceramic artist, photographer, and filmmaker based in Porto, Portugal. His multidisciplinary practice brings together a strong sensitivity to material, image, and storytelling, with a particular interest in the relationship between craftsmanship, observation, and everyday life. Working under Fungi Cerâmica, Francisco creates handmade stoneware pieces, exploring the tactile qualities of clay and the expressive possibilities of wheel-thrown ceramics. Each piece is made by hand, reflecting the process, character, and subtle imperfections that make handmade pottery unique. Alongside his own ceramic practice, Francisco shares his knowledge through pottery wheel throwing workshops at Oficina Vidra in Porto, introducing participants to the fundamentals of working with clay on the wheel. His workshops offer a hands-on opportunity to experience the creative process directly — from preparing and centering the clay to shaping and refining a piece. Francisco's artistic background also extends into photography and cinematography, disciplines that have shaped his way of observing people, places, light, texture, and movement. This visual perspective informs his approach to ceramics, bringing an awareness of composition, detail, and atmosphere to his work. Originally from Argentina and now based in Porto, Francisco's practice reflects a dialogue between different places, cultures, and forms of creative expression. Through ceramics, photography, and film, he continues to explore ways of connecting with materials, landscapes, and people while creating opportunities for others to engage with the creative process themselves.
FAQ's
You’ll experiment with the potter’s wheel and create different forms, including bowls, cups, and glasses. You’ll have the freedom to explore and see where the clay takes you.
At the end of the workshop, you’ll choose two of your favourite pieces. The Fungi Cerâmica team will fire and glaze them using a glaze of your choice.
Your finished ceramics will be ready for collection two to three weeks after the workshop, once they have been fired and glazed at high temperature.
Yes. All the necessary materials and equipment are included, including clay, tools, firing, and an apron. Just wear comfortable clothing and come ready to get your hands dirty!
The workshop can be taught in Portuguese, English, or Spanish. Groups are limited to six participants, making the experience relaxed and hands-on.
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