Discover the Art of Slowing Down
In today’s fast-paced world, finding stillness can be a challenge. At UDUMBARA Pottery Studio in Kallio, Helsinki, we invite you to slow down, disconnect from distractions, and immerse yourself in the meditative art of pottery.
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Why Mindful Pottery?
Pottery and mindfulness go hand in hand. Working with clay requires presence, patience, and an openness to the process—qualities that naturally cultivate a deeper sense of awareness. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced potter, our retreats provide a space for creativity and self-reflection.
A Weekend of Creativity & Reflection
Our small-group retreats (limited to six participants) are guided by Eva Spoof, an experienced artisan ceramist and dedicated student of presence. Over two days, you’ll explore wheel-throwing fundamentals while deepening your connection with clay through mindful practice.
What to Expect:
- Silent Tea Meditations – Each session begins and ends with a 25-minute silent tea meditation, grounding you in the present moment.
- Wheel-Throwing & Clay Work – On Saturday, you’ll focus on centering, pulling, and shaping Kultela wild clay into planter pots. Sunday is for trimming, decorating, and refining.
- Potluck Lunch – We provide fresh salad and bread; you bring a dish to share. Food is part of mindfulness!
- Sustainability and Ethics at Heart: UDUMBARA Helsinki Pottery proudly uses Finnish native clay and holds a Green Travel Seal certification and Sustainable Travel Finland label.
Retreat Schedule
Day 1: 10:00 – 17:00
Day 2: 10:00 – 15:00
Location: UDUMBARA Pottery, Kallio (Berghäll), Helsinki. It is easily accessible by tram from the railway station.
Commitment & Booking
This retreat is for those genuinely interested in mindful practice, including silent meditations. By booking, you commit to fully participating in this shared experience.
Join Us in a Journey of Mindfulness & Clay
This retreat is more than just a pottery class—it’s an opportunity to pause, reflect, and create with intention. As one of my teachers once said:
“Stillness is where creativity and solutions to problems are found.”
We look forward to welcoming you to the world of mindful clay work!
Reserve your place with us here.
Warm regards,
Eva | UDUMBARA Pottery
YouTube: @UDUMBARA_Helsinki Instagram: @udumbara_helsinki
Want to see all the workshops we offer? Check them out here: UDUMBARA pottery workshops
If you’re curious, I made a video a few years ago sharing my thoughts when I first started these retreats. I also created another video with my sister about silent sitting—feel free to check it out!
Payment Options:
Invoicing: Please read the retreat information carefully if you want to pay by invoice. Once you’ve read, understood, and accepted the workshop details and terms, send me a message. I’ll then reserve your spot and send you the invoice. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions!
You can now pay for our workshops using employee benefits cards (Edenred, Epass, Smartum). For detailed instructions, please visit our blog at udumbara.fi -> blog -> Employee Benefits Vouchers.
Join the Facebook group Rooted in Clay for discussions and information.
