Looking for a unique, meaningful way to bring your team together? Whether it’s a Christmas celebration, team-building session, or just a chance to unwind and reconnect, a private pottery workshop with Lissy from Derum Studio is the perfect way to do it – creative, calming, and hands-on.
Our 2-hour pottery class brings people together in the most joyful way – by making something beautiful from scratch. Guided by experienced ceramicist Lissy Derum, your team will explore the soothing, tactile process of handbuilding ceramics using beautiful stoneware clay. Expect laughs, creativity, and a touch of mindfulness – no experience required!
What’s included:
-All materials, tools & equipment – we bring the studio to you!
-Step-by-step guidance in handbuilding your own unique ceramic pieces
-A warm, relaxed atmosphere that encourages creativity & connection
-Your finished pieces, beautifully glazed and returned ~4 weeks later
Perfect for:
-Corporate events & team building
-End-of-year celebrations
-Hens parties, birthdays or special gatherings
Got a theme or idea in mind? We'd love to tailor the workshop to your group – just let us know what you’d like to create.
Let’s make something memorable – together.
Ready to book?
Send us a message via the contact page or reach out via [email protected] or @derum on Instagram to check availability. Spaces fill fast during the festive season!
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"The best two hours I’ve spent in years!"
— Georgina T., Mosman
Lissy’s workshop was so calming, grounding, and unexpectedly creative. She has a true gift for teaching—gentle, encouraging, and clearly incredibly skilled. I came in thinking I’d make a wonky blob and left with a beautiful hand-built piece I’m genuinely proud of. Couldn’t recommend this enough.
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"Perfect for beginners – and absolutely beautiful vibes."
— Marlon B., Bondi Beach
I’ve never touched clay in my life, but Lissy made it all feel so accessible. The studio had such a relaxed, inspiring feel and the pace of the class was perfect. I did a slab-building workshop and learnt so much in just two hours. Lissy’s knowledge of ceramics, colour and form is amazing—plus, she’s just so warm and funny. Will 100% be back.
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"An incredibly grounding experience."
— Sienna R., Clovelly
Lissy is a natural teacher—clear, patient, and totally unpretentious. Her background in both art and teaching really shines through; the class felt therapeutic. I did the pinch pot session and found myself totally absorbed. Such a soulful afternoon.
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"The best team-building activity we’ve done."
— James W., Studio Manager, Edge & Form Architecture, Rose Bay
We wanted something tactile, fun, and different for our team day—and this was all of that and more. Lissy ran a fantastic slab-building workshop for our office and managed to make it engaging for both the super creative types and the total beginners. Her experience really shows—she kept everyone on track while letting us explore freely. The finished pieces were actually impressive, and the team left refreshed and inspired. Highly recommend for any workplace looking to reconnect and recharge.
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"So much fun + I actually made something useful!"
— Danielle M., Neutral Bay
I arranged a private slab building class for me and my boyfriend and we both loved it! Lissy explained things so well and made sure we were supported each step of the way. It was in the comfort of our own home, the tools were easy to use, and the clay felt amazing to work with. Highly recommend for a date idea or solo creative time.
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"A truly special workshop."
— Harriet K., Paddington
There’s something really rare about the way Lissy teaches—she gives you just enough guidance to feel confident, but also lets you follow your instincts. Her calm energy totally set the tone for the group. The workshop was two hours of flow state, good vibes, and making something with my hands for the first time in ages. I left inspired.
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"An absolute hit with the whole team."
— Katie L., Culture & Engagement Lead, Northbridge Creative Co.
We booked a private pinch pot workshop with Lissy as part of our quarterly team offsite and it exceeded all expectations. The session was perfectly paced, with just the right mix of guidance and creativity. Lissy’s calm, confident energy set such a beautiful tone—people were so relaxed and focused, it felt like group meditation with clay! Everyone left with something they were proud of, and the feedback has been amazing. We’ll absolutely be booking again.