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Soil to Soul Ceramics offers open studio access in India for potters, sculptors, ceramic artists and enthusiasts who want a well-equipped workspace to practise, experiment and grow their creative work independently. Experienced ceramicists, visiting artists and beginners with prior pottery experience are all welcome.
Our residency programme opens on 18 January 2027.
Pottery equipment: pottery wheels, pug mill, slab roller, and essential tools.
Clay: stoneware, sculpting clay and raku clay. Unlimited clay for your personal practice during your confirmed residency.
Glazing: a selection of in-house glazes, application tools and facilities for surface decoration and finishing.
Firing: electric kilns and a dedicated raku kiln.
Workspace: work tables, dedicated rack space for work in progress, drying and storage areas, and help with unfamiliar equipment.
Each resident has a private room with a single bed, kitchenette (mini fridge, induction plate, basic utensils), air conditioning, water geyser, study table, wardrobe and private attached bathroom with shower. Self-service laundry is on site, room cleaning is on request, and bed sheets are changed every Wednesday and Saturday. Meals, groceries, travel and personal expenses are not included.
₹2,500 per day (about USD 27) + 5% GST, including private accommodation and studio rental.
Kiln firing: ₹80 per 100g of ceramic work, for both electric and raku firing
Shipping: charged separately by destination, size, weight, packaging and courier
Specialist glaze ingredients and extra consumables: may be charged separately
The studio is open seven days a week, 10:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Confirmed residents also enjoy 24/7 studio access during their stay, subject to safety guidelines and authorised access. Kiln loading, firing and unloading must be coordinated with the studio team.
The studio is in Girinagar, Kadavanthra: a 2-minute walk to a supermarket, about 5 minutes to the metro station, cafes and restaurants nearby, and food and grocery delivery apps such as Swiggy and Blinkit (subject to local availability). The railway station is about 2 km away and Cochin International Airport about 27 km (around 45 minutes by road).
Send your preferred dates and duration, a short note about your practice and [2 to 3 photos of your work] to hello@soiltosoulceramics.com or WhatsApp +91 81388 22584. A 50% advance reserves your place; the balance is due 15 days before arrival. Read the full terms and cancellation policy.
No. It is an independent open-studio residency. You work on your own projects. If you want structured teaching, choose a residency course.
Beginners with some prior pottery experience are welcome.
Yes. Unlimited clay is included for your personal practice during your confirmed residency.
Yes. We have a dedicated raku kiln. All firings must be approved and coordinated with the studio team.
At Soil to Soul Ceramics, we offer hands-on pottery experiences where you can learn, create, and enjoy working with clay.
Girinagar 8th cross road Kadavanthra, Ernakulam, Kochi
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