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We believe everyone is creative, so we want to give people the space, tools and education to harness that. By growing ceramics as an accessible, inclusive hobby, nurturing adult creativity and building community, we want to improve the quality of life for the people of Dublin.

Meet the team

Helloooo, I’m Siofra

After completing a throwing course years ago, I was stuck with nowhere to practise and ended up buying a wheel to continue throwing in my kitchen. Since graduating from Art School in 2014 I have always missed the social aspect of a studio environment. So when I met Lizzie & Cole who set up their own open-access ceramic studio (The Mud Room) in Portland, it inspired me to take the leap and do the same. I quit my job as an Art Director and set off to Barcelona to complete my training with master potter Corrie Bain. From there I moved to London to work in Turning Earth, a very successful ceramic studio with the same open-access business model. I took everything I learnt back to Dublin and opened Throwing Shapes in 2024.

Recently I spoke to Una Mullally about my experience in ceramics, community and all things Throwing Shapes.

Read the article here!

Welcome to our little clay oasis in the heart of Dublin 8.

  • Throwing Shapes teacher Vinh sits at the potters wheel to throw a clay vase. The speed of the wheel is apparent from the photograph as motion blur can be seen.

Word on the (Mill) Street

  • ★★★★★
    “Throwing Shapes is a gem of a pottery studio that perfectly balances creativity, community, and craftsmanship. From the moment you step inside, you’re greeted by a warm and inviting atmosphere, with shelves of inspiring ceramic pieces and friendly, knowledgeable staff ready to guide you.”
    Joseph
  • ★★★★★
    "Newbie to using clay but wanted to give it a try and so went to my first taster wheel throwing class back in June and knew then that I had to come back and do a course. The space is so welcoming and feels like a little retreat from the busy world outside. Loved the experience and now I have 5 beautiful pieces! Looking forward to more time on the wheel at Throwing Shapes!!
    Denise
  • ★★★★★
    "Joining Throwing Shapes studio has been one of the best decisions I’ve made for myself in a long time! Everyone there is warm and welcoming —the sense of community here is truly special. The staff, in particular are incredibly skilled and always ready with helpful advice when you need it."
    Idara