Workshop Overview
- LanguagePortuguese, English, Spanish
- Duration2H
- DifficultyBeginner
- Next DateUpon Request
Location Details
Oficina na Escola - Antiga Escola Primária da Ribeira da Azenha, Vila Nova de Milfontes, Portugal
Your Teacher
2 workshops · 0 followers
The former primary school of Ribeira da Azenha, in Vila Nova de Milfontes, has been transformed into Oficina na Escola, a Centre for the Promotion and Appreciation of Local Products and Crafts. The space brings together a local handicrafts shop, a ceramics studio, and a meeting place dedicated to activities such as yoga, singing, and small events. It is a new life for a building rich in memories — the school of many generations since 1957 and, later, the headquarters and storage space of a former theatre company. Today, Oficina na Escola establishes itself as a place of creation, sharing, and appreciation of local knowledge, where time slows down and hands-on experience regains its central role. Between the Alentejo coast and the hills, Oficina na Escola opens its doors to the world of ceramics through experiences accessible to different levels of practice and curiosity. Whether it is a first contact with clay, a deeper technical exploration, or a more continuous learning path, there are three ways to enter the world of ceramics, in a welcoming, creative environment that is deeply connected to the surrounding region.
FAQ's
It is a creative workshop where children listen to a story and then bring one of the characters to life through clay modelling.
The activity is designed for children aged 6 to 10 years old.
The workshop includes all materials, use of tools, guidance throughout the activity, and one firing of the finished ceramic piece.
No previous experience is needed. The workshop is designed to be playful, accessible, and suitable for beginners.
Each child will create their own ceramic character inspired by the story. After the firing process is completed, the finished piece can be collected or shipped by arrangement.
More from this Teacher
More from this Teacher
uk english uk english 
pt portuguese
