Creative Clay Hand-Building Workshop in Kelowna: Mud Days at Work of Art Pottery Studio
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1.5 hours plus a follow-up visit
Fitness Level
No physical exertion required; suitable for all fitness levels
Overview
Discover a hands-on clay sculpting workshop perfect for all ages in Kelowna, BC. Mud Days at Work of Art Pottery Studio invites you to shape, paint, and take home your own handcrafted pottery piece.
Mud Days
All Ages Welcome • 1.5 hours • Hand Building with Clay!
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About This Adventure
Experience the joy of hand-building with clay in a creative evening workshop! Unleash your imagination as you craft a unique piece, guided by experts. After two weeks, return to add your personal touch with paint. This engaging activity is perfect for all ages, making it a memorable artistic adventure!
Enjoy an evening exploring how clay works!
Duration
1.5 Hours
About
Hand building with clay! Come enjoy an evening of exploring how clay works. Let us create a basic piece to call your own. Use your imagination and let us guide you. Cost includes the hand build on the first night. Then, after approximately 2 weeks, come back to paint. For all ages.
Adventure Tips
Bring a smock or old clothes
Clay can be messy, so wear clothing you don’t mind getting stained.
Book ahead for weekend sessions
Mud Days are popular on weekends; reservations ensure your spot in this creative workshop.
Plan for two visits
You’ll return about two weeks after your first session to paint your dried piece—leave time in your itinerary.
Ask about allergy-friendly materials
Notify the studio if you have sensitivities, as the paints and clays are non-toxic but some ingredients may vary.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Okanagan deer
- Western painted turtles
History
Kelowna sits in the traditional territory of the Syilx/Okanagan people, whose artistic traditions inspire the region’s creative culture.
Conservation
The studio emphasizes sustainable art practices using locally sourced clay and eco-friendly paints to minimize environmental impact.
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Recommended Gear
Comfortable clothing
Wear clothes that allow free movement and can get a little dirty.
Smock or apron
Protect your clothing from clay splashes during hand-building.
Closed-toe shoes
Keep your feet protected in the studio environment.
Water bottle
Stay hydrated during your creative session.