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  • Throwing Shapes teacher Vinh smiles at studio founder Siofra whist sitting at the potter's wheel. A freshly made clay vase rests on the wheel in front of him.

    Vinh Truong

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    Vinh is a Dublin-based designer and ceramicist specialising in functional, minimalist ceramics that marry traditional wheel-throwing techniques with industrial design principles. From his studio on the outskirts of Dublin, he crafts collections that celebrate the natural textures of stoneware and porcelain, enhanced by his signature glazes. A self-taught ceramicist who began his pottery journey in 2023, Vinh combines traditional craftsmanship with contemporary design through his brand, Studio Tako. His work has been featured in local markets and stockists, and he has shared his expertise at renowned Irish ceramic studios like Throwing Shapes and Arran Street East.

    As an instructor, Vinh’s teaching philosophy balances technical precision with creative exploration. His step-by-step approach equips students with a solid understanding of wheel-throwing, from centering clay to refining forms and applying glazes. Drawing on his background in industrial design, he encourages attention to detail, form, and function, fostering an environment where curiosity and persistence lead to creative problem-solving. Vinh teaches a variety of classes, including wheel-throwing tasters, six-week courses, and glazing workshops, and he is passionate about helping students of all levels develop their skills.

    Fun fact: Vinh’s origami skills mean he can fold just about anything you’d like! Follow him on Instagram @tako.studio or visit his website at studiotako.com

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Student Feedback

  • ★★★★★
    I can't recommend the studio enough if you're looking to try your hand at pottery. I've done two 5-week wheel-throwing courses a few months apart with Vinh and he's a brilliant teacher. He gave us really clear instruction and demos as well as kind and helpful encouragement, and he helped all of us to improve and to come away with things we were really proud to have made.
    Clare S
  • ★★★★★
    I've been doing the evening wheel throwing classes with Vinh and I've been having the best time. The studio is warm, welcoming and puts a beginners at ease. The studio is spacious and well laid out as well as very clean. As an instructor Vinh is very knowledgeable and patient and is happy to sit with students so then can understand how to throw. I always leave each class excited and inspired to come back next week and learn more.
    Sophie O'G
  • ★★★★★
    I attended a throwing taster class in Dec and I absolutely loved it. It was so much fun and our teacher Vinh was so helpful, he spent time with every one of us individually helping us with our creations, answering our questions and being very present with us individually and as a group. I am already looking into booking my next class at the studio and excited to get back to creating some pottery :)
    Jennifer S

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