Unearth Yourself Through Clay

Welcome to Clay Works Studios, an exceptional Pottery Studio nestled in Dumfries and Galloway, South West Scotland. Our fully equipped teaching space offers pottery courses, catering to everyone from beginners to seasoned professionals. Specialising in wheel throwing, we provide immersive, intensive courses designed for all skill levels.

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LEVEL 1 (BEGINNERS THROWING) - 4 DAY INTENSIVE COURSE with CHRIS TAYLOR & LAUREN GRAY

About Us

At Clay Works Studios, we take pride in our friendly and welcoming atmosphere, inviting everyone with an interest in pottery to join us. Our supportive environment encourages exploration and experimentation, helping you uncover your unique style with clay. We emphasise hands-on learning and personalised instruction to ensure that each student receives the guidance they need to thrive.

Additionally, you have the opportunity to become a studio member, granting you access for self-directed creation and practice.

Develop your skills, connect with fellow ceramic enthusiasts, and unlock your potential in a space designed for creativity and growth.

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Surprise someone special with a unique experience at our pottery studio! Gift them the experience and the joy of working with clay, unleashing their creativity, and discovering new skills.

A gift voucher is also the perfect gift to allow your friend or loved one to choose the right course for them.

The voucher can be used to pay in full or in part of a course or workshop.

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FEATURED EVENT

We are taking part in the regions annual Open Studio event ‘SPRING FLING’ 2026!

CLAY WORKS STUDIOS, Solway House, The Crichton, DG1 4TA

May 23–25, 2026

Chris Taylor and Lauren Gray will be opening the studio doors, exhibiting and selling new (and some old) work.

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“It was a wonderful experience. Chris and Lauren are kind, generous, and down-to-earth people who hit the right balance in demonstrating, advising, and allowing time and space to work it through. I learnt a lot in the four days I was there, from proper and thorough preparation, techniques and tool use, new shapes and forms, speeding up, continuity of form, and finally throwing a bowl of 10.5 lbs!”

Justine Seymour
“Teaching was first class, and very directed to learners needs. We covered a wide range of topics, throwing taller and wider and aiming for consistency, and trying out different shapes. Chris and Lauren were extremely friendly and welcoming and provided an excellent lunch every day. Would highly recommend and would attend again!”

Louise Riley
“The tuition from Lauren and Chris, who have spent decades working with clay, and clearly still have a passion for it, means you get a huge leap forward in learning and making. I was amazed by what we, as a group of beginners, were able to make. And the lunches are great too.”

Paul Brookes
“Chris enabled all of us to progress and extend our throwing skills beyond our comfort zones in a gentle , informative and natural way, a way that only happens when someone truly knows their craft and are equally able to share it. “

Sharon
“The craic is always great, Chris and Lauren are amazing potters, brilliant hosts and always great fun. The grounds are beautiful and if you need to travel, accommodation (The Holiday Inn) is easy and just a 5 minute walk from the studio. I’ll definitely be back.”

Sue Cummins
“Absolutely brilliant pottery workshop with lessons for complete beginners through to those with more experience. Excellent tuition, very relaxed, beautiful space.”

Hannah Smith

Unearth Yourself Through Clay

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About Us

GIFT VOUCHER

We are taking part in the regions annual Open Studio event ‘SPRING FLING’ 2026!

“The tuition from Lauren and Chris, who have spent decades working with clay, and clearly still have a passion for it, means you get a huge leap forward in learning and making. I was amazed by what we, as a group of beginners, were able to make. And the lunches are great too.”

“Chris enabled all of us to progress and extend our throwing skills beyond our comfort zones in a gentle , informative and natural way, a way that only happens when someone truly knows their craft and are equally able to share it. “

“The craic is always great, Chris and Lauren are amazing potters, brilliant hosts and always great fun. The grounds are beautiful and if you need to travel, accommodation (The Holiday Inn) is easy and just a 5 minute walk from the studio. I’ll definitely be back.”

“Absolutely brilliant pottery workshop with lessons for complete beginners through to those with more experience. Excellent tuition, very relaxed, beautiful space.”

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