Masterful Pottery Demonstration - Crafting a Teapot

Saturday, April 13 @ 3:00 pm (45-60 min.)

This is your chance to witness the captivating process of pottery come to life in the hands of a seasoned artisan. Our pottery demonstration is not just a show; it's an interactive experience that transports you back to the roots of traditional craftsmanship.

Experience the Magic of Creation

Watch in awe as what starts as a simple lump of clay becomes a delicate and functional work of art. It’s here where the potter, equipped with his trusty wheel and an eye for detail, performs a dance of creation. With each calculated movement of his hands, watch the clay rise and take shape, evolving into a teapot whose every curve serves a purpose.

Be Part of the Silence and Symphony

As the wheel spins and the clay transforms, the only sound you'll hear is the hushed whispers of amazed onlookers. Each turn of the wheel, a note in the silent symphony of creation. You're not just observing—you're part of the collective breath held in anticipation as the teapot finds its form.

Take Home More Than Just Memories

The final product, a teapot embodying both beauty and utility, stands as a symbol of cultural heritage and the timeless journey from earth to heirloom. This demonstration isn't just a display; it's an invitation to appreciate the soul of pottery, to be inspired, and perhaps, ignite a passion within you to engage in the art yourself. Mark your calendars for this pottery demonstration at the heart of our tea festival, and prepare to be steeped in the tradition, skill, and communal joy of pottery.

Please note that all workshop ticket purchases are non-refundable and cannot be cancelled. No returns or exchanges will be accepted.

Speaker: Tom Hill Tom - A Master Potter with a Heart for Tea Tom intertwines the warmth of pottery with the comfort of tea in his charming Elgin-based venue, Steep N’ Clay Tea House & Pottery Shop. A ceramic artist of over two decades, educated and skilled in Ceramics, Tom crafts not just pottery, but stories etched in clay. Celebrated across galleries, his pieces sing to both the terra firma that birthed them and the meticulous artist behind their creation. More details