The Atelier

Rooted in the heart of Franschhoek, this atelier is a working engine for creativity and a sanctuary for the creative soul. This is a space where the raw elements of the Cape landscape are transformed into enduring art, designed for those who appreciate the intersection of meticulous craft and intentional design.

To inhabit the atelier, we offer two distinct pathways to the table:

The Open Table Series: Sculpt With Me

Experience the quiet rhythm of a working porcelain atelier. Whether you are looking for a single session of free creative play or a month-long guided journey into porcelain art, this series offers the space, tools, and expertise to bring your vision to life.

This Open Table Series provides active guidance in an intimate group. These sessions are designed for beginner and intermediate makers who value professional feedback and high-level mineralogy insights as they develop their own complex forms.

Curated Sessions: The Atelier Immersion

COMING SOON

An invitation to disconnect and descend into the slow, exacting world of porcelain. The Atelier Immersion is a two-day technical and creative residency designed for those who seek a deeper encounter with the medium. Over Friday and Saturday, we move beyond the superficial, focusing on the architectural integrity and the quiet mineralogy of the porcelain form.

Open Table & Curated Sessions

Join me in the atelier to explore the quiet rhythms of porcelain, from beginner introductions to advanced sculptural series.

The Open Table Series

Sculpt With Me

Experience the quiet rhythm of a working porcelain atelier. Whether you are looking for a single session of free creative play or a month-long guided journey into porcelain art, this series offers the space, tools, and expertise to bring your vision to life.

The Schedule:

  • Friday Series: 9am - 1pm | 2pm – 6pm
  • Saturday Series: 9am - 1pm | 2pm – 6pm

The Experience

A focused, four-hour weekly residency for those ready to master the art of porcelain. Held in a working atelier, this session offers guidance from Denise Celia. Move beyond the basics and learn the technical discipline, mineralogy, and precision required to work with fine-art porcelain.

The Details

  • Intimate Learning: Limited to 3 guests per session.
  • Focus: Sculpting, slab work, and architectural form.
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