ONLINE CERAMIC INSTRUMENT WORKSHOP
Upcoming Online Workshops for 2025
Beginner Journey
One Workshop | Three Required Sessions
On Saturdays: August 23rd, August 30th & September 6th
12pm EST - 3pm EST
Intermediate Journey:
One Workshop | Three Required Sessions
On Sundays: August 24th, August 31st, September 7th
12pm EST - 3pm EST
Discover the art of crafting your own ceramic ocarina in our immersive online 3 week workshop. you’ll learn to shape, tune, and refine your own wind instrument, from earth to song.
Ceramic Instrument Creation Workshop (Live & Interactive)
Join us for an immersive learning experience where you’ll be guided in shaping, refining, and bringing your own ceramic instrument to life. This is not a pre-recorded class or a step-by-step manual—it’s an oral teaching experience rooted in presence, intuition, and hands-on learning. Through three live sessions held across consecutive weekends, you’ll have the space between gatherings to create your project, deepen your practice, and integrate the teachings. You will be guided in the way knowledge has been passed down for generations—through direct experience, storytelling, and demonstration.
What You’ll Receive:
✔️ Live Teachings – Step into an immersive, real-time learning space where you’ll be guided through every stage of the creation process.
✔️ Hands-On Support – Ask questions, receive personal feedback, and learn by doing.
✔️ Private Membership Community – A space to share progress, ask questions, and connect with others on this journey.
✔️ One-on-One Consultation (Optional) – Available for those who want additional guidance during | after the workshop.
No recordings. No PDFs. Just presence, learning, and connection.
Membership Access: The community space will remain open for 2 months after the final session for follow-up questions and discussion.
• Platform: Zoom (Please note, the sessions will not be recorded).
• Materials Needed: Purchasing your own clay & sculpture tools; a detailed list of materials will be shared on the Membership Platform.
Important: As the session will not be recorded, active participation is essential. We encourage you to take thorough notes and engage hands-on during the workshop to maximize your learning experience.
Whether you’re a seasoned artist or new to ceramics, this workshop offers a unique opportunity to create a functional piece of musical art from the comfort of your home.
Mandatory Requirement
When working with Clay, it is essential to be in a space with ventilation or open/outside space. Most Clay bodies contain some amount of free crystalline silica, which is the primary concern for respiratory health in the long term.
Spaces are thoughtfully limited to maintain a supportive and engaging experience. Reserve your place and join this journey of creativity and sound.
Beginner Journey ( For those New to Clay )
(Three-Session Journey | $350)
Step into the sacred relationship between Earth, Breath, and Sound.
In this three-session beginner journey, you will be guided through the foundational practices of working with clay to create your first ceramic sound vessel. We will explore the importance of clay preparation, breathwork, and intuitive shaping — awakening your hands to listen, feel, and form.
This offering is perfect for those who are new to ceramics, or new to the creation of instruments, and wish to move slowly, intentionally, and ceremonially through the process.
In this three-session journey, you will:
• Learn basic hand-building techniques for creating a clay vessel or whistle
• Explore the connection between breath and form
• Understand the ancestral importance of working with clay as a living medium
• Shape your first functional, sound-bearing ceramic piece
• Open your own creative channel through guided invitations
No prior experience with clay or music is needed — only an open heart and willing hands.
Workshop Session 1: Clay 101 & Creating Vision to Form
Workshop Session 2: Convert to Sound | How to Tune
Workshop Session 3: Live Q&A and Closing
Intermediate Journey ( For those who have been working with Clay )
(Three-Session Journey | $400)
For those who have walked with clay before and are ready to dive deeper.
This three-session intermediate offering is designed for creators who are already familiar with basic clay forming and wish to explore more complex projects, advanced tuning, and intricate sculptural techniques. Together, we will move beyond the foundations and focus on refining the voice, spirit, and presence of the ceramic instrument.
This is a space for freedom, expression, and pushing the boundaries of your craft.
In this three-session journey, you will:
• Create a more complex sound vessel (multi-chambered, sculptural forms, or refined ocarinas)
• Refine mouthpiece and voice shaping for better sound quality
• Explore tuning techniques to bring specific pitches or tonalities
• Sculpt detailed symbolic or natural elements into your instrument
• Deepen your relationship with clay as a channel for spirit and creativity
Important: Prior experience working with clay (or completion of the Beginner Journey) is required. A strong foundation is essential for working safely and successfully at this level, ensuring your piece can be fired properly and sustain its voice without cracking or collapse.
Workshop Session 1: Anatomy of Instruments | Creating Vision to Form | Expansion of Intricate Projects
Workshop Session 2: Convert to Sound | How to Tune | Refinement of Tunings
Workshop Session 3: Live Q&A and Closing
Your Instructor
Vianney Lopez
Vianney is a skilled ceramicist, musician, and multidisciplinary artist whose work spans various creative mediums. Her artistic journey is deeply rooted in the ancestral traditions of the Indigenous Americas, with her creations reflecting the wisdom of her cultures.
Through her studies under Guillermo Martinez, a student of the renowned Xavier Quijas, Vianney received the knowledge of learning ceramic instruments & music, which she continues to integrate into her art expressions and teachings.
For our Ceramic Instrument Workshop, Vianney will lead the ceramic workshops, guiding participants through the intricate layers of creation and fostering a deeper connection to their artistic expression.
FAQs
1. What materials and tools will I need?
You’ll need basic ceramic tools, clay, and access to a local pottery shop for firing. A full list of recommended materials will be provided upon registration to help you prepare.
2. Will the sessions be recorded?
No, this workshop is taught through vocal instruction, and there will be no recorded sessions or instructional PDFs. However, you’ll have access to our online community for ongoing support, where you can ask questions and share progress.
3. Can I get additional support beyond the group sessions?
Yes! If you’d like more personalized guidance, I offer optional one-on-one sessions where we can focus on your specific questions or challenges. You can book a session at any time through the membership page.
Cancellation Policy
60 days out - 50% of Total Refunded
30 day before: Non-Refundable
