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Training & Lectures

Pottery expertise, beyond our studio.

Thirty years of teaching pottery in Abu Dhabi — now bringing health & safety training, lectures, and teacher certification to schools, colleges, and art groups across the UAE.

★ Recognised as an Abu Dhabi Urban Treasure — DCT Abu Dhabi, 2024
Delivered By

Master Potter Homa Vafaie-Farley

A Glasgow School of Art graduate with over thirty years running the UAE’s first modern pottery studio, Homa and her trained teaching team bring the same standards of craft and safety into every classroom, lecture hall, and training session — on-site at Abu Dhabi Pottery or wherever you need us.

Have a group in mind? Message Homa’s team on WhatsApp — no obligation, just a conversation.

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Schools & Colleges

Lectures and demonstrations on the history and practice of pottery, delivered directly in your classroom.

Sessions delivered across UAE schools & colleges
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Universities & Art Groups

In-depth sessions on ceramics history, technique, and craftsmanship for higher-level and international audiences.

Hosted university & international students for professional training
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Art Teachers & Individual Potters

Professional training covering making, firing, glazing, and decorating — adapted to your skill level.

Guidance from a Glasgow School of Art-trained potter
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What’s Included

Training & Lecture Programs

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Health & Safety Training

  • Safe handling, storage & use of clays, glazes, and other materials in a pottery.
  • Kiln safety — electric, gas, raku, wood & smoke firing.
  • The importance of thorough cleaning regimes.
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Lectures & Demonstrations

On-site sessions for schools, colleges, and universities on the history and practice of pottery and ceramics, or any pottery-related topic you’d like covered.

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Professional Teacher Training Our most requested program

A full course introducing participants to making, firing, glazing, and decorating pottery — adapted to the ability and experience of each group, building the confidence to teach.

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Booking & Scheduling

Sessions are tailored to your group size, level, and curriculum. Booking must be confirmed and paid at least two weeks in advance.

Book a Session

Bring pottery training to your school or studio

Tell us your group size, level, and what you’d like covered — we’ll put together a session that fits.