Workshop Overview
- LanguagePortuguese
- Duration4
- DifficultyAll Levels
- Next Date19/11/2026
Workshop teacher
Teacher name: RENATO COSTA E SILVA & KERSTIN THOMAS
Teacher bio:
Renato Costa e Silva is a ceramic artist and educator with a strong interest in traditional firing methods and sustainable approaches to ceramic practice. His work explores the relationship between clay, fire, and craftsmanship, encouraging students to understand not only how ceramics are made, but also the processes that transform them through firing.
Kerstin Thomas is a ceramic artist and maker whose practice combines technical expertise with hands-on experimentation. Passionate about sharing practical knowledge, she guides participants through every stage of the ceramic process—from preparing clay and decorating surfaces to building and operating alternative kilns in a safe and accessible way.
Together, Renato and Kerstin bring a collaborative, hands-on approach to teaching, creating an inspiring environment where participants learn by making. Their workshop combines technical knowledge with creative exploration, giving students the confidence to build simple kilns, experiment with different firing techniques, and deepen their understanding of ceramics beyond the studio.
Schedule Program
What's Included
Included
- Participation in a small workshop group (maximum of 10 participants)
- 5–6 hours of instruction per day, taught in English and Portuguese
- Lunch on the workshop days (23–24 January)
- All tools, materials, and firing supplies required for the workshop
Not Included
- Accommodation
Location Details
Cerdeira - Home for Creativity, Lousã, Portugal
Follow the instructions on the GPS. Watch out as it is a very steep road all the way up the mountain.
Bookings close 720 hours before the workshop starts.
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CERDEIRA - HOME FOR CREATIVITY A village as our home and the world as our inspiration. In the heart of Serra da Lousã, lies a historic village that was abandoned and at risk of disappearing. Today, Cerdeira has new stories to tell. Here, the unique relationship between nature, art and the comfort of our schist houses, offers the freedom to live, slow down and create in a truly authentic way.
FAQ's
No. This workshop is suitable for beginners as well as ceramic makers looking to expand their knowledge of alternative firing methods. The instructors will guide you through every stage of the process.
The fee includes: Three full days of tuition (5–6 hours per day) in English and Portuguese Lunch on each workshop day; All materials and firing supplies needed for the workshop
Please wear comfortable clothing suitable for working with clay and outdoors, as part of the workshop involves building and firing kilns. Closed-toe shoes are essential, and we also recommend bringing weather-appropriate clothing and a notebook if you'd like to record techniques and firing notes.
You'll take home the ceramic pieces you create and fire during the workshop, along with the knowledge and confidence to build and use simple kilns independently. You'll also leave with a deeper understanding of alternative firing techniques that can be applied to your own ceramic practice without the need for an expensive studio kiln.
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