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Discover Sicilian craftsmanship by decorating lava stone ceramics and shaping clay on a potter's wheel or by hand in the historic Maninterra workshop.

Highlights

• Ceramics course in Catania
• Artisan experience in Sicily
• Ceramics activity for families in Catania

Description

Enjoy a unique experience in the charming historic center of Catania, inside the famous Laboratorio Maninterra, one of the oldest and most renowned artisan workshops in the city. Here, tradition and creativity come together in an authentic atmosphere, where you can get your hands dirty—literally! You will be welcomed by Alice, a young ceramist who grew up surrounded by clay and glazes, daughter of Laura La Greca, artist and founder of the workshop. With passion and patience, Alice will serve as your tour guide, leading you through the basic techniques of ceramics, offering you a fascinating immersion in the world of local craftsmanship. Clay modeling: you can work freehand or try your hand at the potter's wheel to create your own small creation (note: the piece cannot be taken away as it needs to be fired in the kiln, which takes several days). In exceptional circumstances, if the lava stone tile is unavailable, it will be replaced with a terracotta tile. After about 24 hours (excluding holidays, e.g., tiles made on Saturday can be picked up on Monday at 1:00 p.m.), you can pick up your finished piece: a unique Sicilian ceramic tile made by you—a tangible and original souvenir of your trip to Sicily. At the end of the experience, if you wish, you can visit the Maninterra workshop to discover the complete ceramic manufacturing process and admire the exclusive works of Laura La Greca, living testimonies of Sicilian beauty and artistic tradition. A perfect activity for: Families and groups Curious and creative travelers Those looking for an authentic souvenir to take home Anyone who wants to experience Sicily with their hands, heart, and mind Book now and take home not just a souvenir, but an experience to share.

Includes

A lava stone tile ready to be decorated Clay to practice modeling by hand or on the potter's wheel Use of the potter's wheel to create a small artifact (hands-on trial) Colors, glazes, and brushes for personalized decoration Lab coat (provided during the activity) Assistance and tour guide from artisan Alice for the duration of the experience

Important Information

• The lava stone tile needs to be fired before it can be taken home. Delivery time is approximately 24 hours (excluding holidays, e.g., tiles made on Saturday can be picked up on Monday at 1:00 p.m.).

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund