A place for making and finding.

Art, objects and creative experiences by local artists and makers.


A working studio, gallery and shop in the heart of the Cotswolds.

The Cotswold Art Studio brings together handmade ceramics, original art, jewellery, textiles and objects for the home, alongside pottery courses and studio sessions.

Pottery Painting This Half Term

A simple, creative activity for half term. Pop into the studio, choose a piece of pottery to paint, and we’ll glaze and fire it for you afterwards. Walk-ins welcome.

26 October – 1 November
10am–4pm

Come and create with us

  • Pottery courses

    Multi-week wheel throwing courses for beginners and those looking to build confidence.

  • Private lessons

    One-to-one or small-group sessions tailored to your experience.

  • Studio sessions

    Wheel rental, tasters and selected evening sessions.

  • “We absolutely loved the pottery taster session. Tam was so helpful, patient and encouraging, with the perfect balance of instruction, support and warmth. We all came away feeling like we’d learned something and made something we were proud of.”

    — Nick, Jo & Rupe, Pottery Taster Session

  • “Such a special experience. The girls absolutely loved the studio, and we couldn’t believe how much we managed to do in such a short space of time. Everything was so well planned and delivered, and it made the day incredibly memorable.”

    — Sarah, Private Pottery Event

Shop the studio

  • For the home

    Ceramics, textiles, woodwork and everyday objects.

  • Sculptural ceramics

    One-off vessels, raku pieces and decorative ceramics.

  • Jewellery & small objects

    Silver jewellery, gifts and smaller handmade pieces.

Upcoming experiences

5-Week Wheel Throwing Course (Tuesdays, 10:30–12:30) - January Start
£240.00

A five-week wheel throwing course for beginners and those with some previous experience.

Dates:
Tuesday 5 January
Tuesday 12 January
Tuesday 19 January
Tuesday 26 January
Tuesday 2 February

This course is ideal for complete beginners as well as those looking to build confidence and develop their existing skills. Over five weekly sessions, you’ll learn the fundamentals of wheel throwing, including how to centre clay, throw a cylinder, and create simple functional forms.

By the end of the course, you’ll have worked towards making pieces such as a mug, tea light holder or bowl.

Included: clay, tools, glazing and firing. Glazing and firing will be completed for you after the sessions.

Class size: maximum 4 people
Duration: 2 hours per week for 5 weeks

Please note: booking is for the full five-week course and covers all listed dates.

5-Week Wheel Throwing Course (Thursdays, 10:30–12:30) - January Start
£240.00

A five-week wheel throwing course for beginners and those with some previous experience.

Dates:
Thursday 7 January
Thursday 14 January
Thursday 21 January
Thursday 28 January
Thursday 4 February

This course is ideal for complete beginners as well as those looking to build confidence and develop their existing skills. Over five weekly sessions, you’ll learn the fundamentals of wheel throwing, including how to centre clay, throw a cylinder, and create simple functional forms.

By the end of the course, you’ll have worked towards making pieces such as a mug, tea light holder or bowl.

Included: clay, tools, glazing and firing. Glazing and firing will be completed for you after the sessions.

Class size: maximum 4 people
Duration: 2 hours per week for 5 weeks

Please note: booking is for the full five-week course and covers all listed dates.

Featured products

Oil Pourer Oil Pourer
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Oil Pourer
£30.00
A handmade ceramic oil pourer with a compact two-tone form and stainless steel pouring spout. Designed to keep everyday oils close at hand on the kitchen counter or table. Approx. 6 cm diameter x 17 cm high.
Tall Mug
£28.00
A handmade ceramic mug with a tall, gently tapered form, soft white glaze and fine blue line detail. Natural variations in the surface and glaze make each piece individual. Approx. 12 cm diameter x 11 cm high.
Raku Vessel No. 10
£120.00
A softly oval one-off raku vessel with smoky black and pale markings that move across the surface like ink. A quiet sculptural piece with strong contrast and texture. Approx. 15.2 cm diameter x 19 cm high.
Blue Stone Pendant Necklace
£175.00
Handmade silver necklace with an oval blue stone pendant in a textured silver setting, suspended from a dark beaded strand. Approx. 50 cm necklace length.

Visit Us in Chipping Norton

20 New Street
Chipping Norton OX7 5LJ

Hours
Monday–Sunday
10am–4pm