Open Studio
A Space for Independent Practice​

Friday Open Studio at Zolta is dedicated to focused, self-guided ceramic work. Located in Vienna’s 3rd District, the studio offers a calm, light-filled environment equipped with six professional pottery wheels, spacious workstations, and all essential tools.

Open Studio is suitable for both skill practice and independent work by experienced makers. It provides the time and space to work with clay at your own pace, whether refining wheel throwing techniques or developing hand-building projects, within a professional studio setting.

Work independently during Open Studio hours: 12:00 – 20:00, ONLY ON FRIDAYS!

You can choose between, one-time Session or multiple:

A Woman throwing a large vase on the pottery Wheel at Zolta Ceramics Studio, Pottery Wheel Beginners Workshop, Töpferkurs für Anfänger
15 € / 1.5H
Open Studio - Wheel Throwing
Quick Escape 1.5H / 15 € Creative Deep Dive 3H / 28 € Ultimate Studio Day 6H / 55 €
man making ceramic with coils in Zolta ceramics studio Vienna
13 € / 1.5H
Open Studio - Hand-building
Quick Escape 1.5H / 13 € Creative Deep Dive 3H / 25 € Ultimate Studio Day 6H / 48 €
A close up shot of an artist painting on ceramic at zolta ceramic studio Vienna Team Building: Ceramic Painting
15 € / 1.5H
Open Studio - Glazing Painting
Quick Escape 1.5H / 15 € Creative Deep Dive 3H / 28 € Ultimate Studio Day 6H / 55 €
What’s Included
During Friday Open Studio, participants have access to the ceramic studio for the full session, including shared tools and equipment for hand-building and wheel work. Zolta’s transparent studio glaze is provided for finished pieces, and kiln firing is available at a reduced member rate of €6.50 per kg (non-members: €12.50 per kg). Practice clay is included for skill development at no extra charge.

BOOK YOUR SESSION

Good to Know

Experience and Support Open Studio sessions are intended for independent work. If you’re a beginner or unsure about working on your own, we recommend starting with a workshop from our Workshop list. A studio assistant may be present for basic questions, but hands-on instruction is not provided during Open Studio hours. 

Open Studio is for adults (16+). Under 16? Contact us to discuss available options.

All participants must clean their workspace and tools after use. 

Finished pieces must be collected within 8 weeks of completion. Unclaimed work after 12 weeks will be donated.

Glazing and Painting, you can decorate your pieces with ceramic paints and apply a protective transparent glaze. A selection of premium, ready-made glazes is also available for purchase at the studio to further customise your creations.

How to Join Us

 

Check our Timetable above to view availability and secure your spot instantly.

Book a Solo Spot: Join a group of fellow enthusiasts and make in a shared, social environment, Open Studio booking is individually and cannot be for more than one person per booking. 

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Open Studio FAQ

Yes! We offer stoneware clay in several types: White clay, Terracotta clay (brown), Black clay and White clay with dark speckles

Clay is sold in 10 kg bags, with prices ranging from €20 to €30, depending on the type.

For Glaze we sell Mayco Stoneware glazes at Zolta Studio. 

No, bringing your own clay is not possible. You can choose from our selection of high-quality studio clay.

For Glaze, also No. Using your own glaze can damage the kiln and shelves, which is why we don’t accept it. We have a wide selection of stoneware glazes available for purchase in the studio.

Yes. Open Studio is intended for makers with experience in clay. If you’re new to ceramics, we recommend taking a workshop with us first before booking an independent session.

Each participant must book individually. Your friend is welcome to join, but they need to book their own spot.

Open Studio is self-guided for experienced makers. Studio staff are available for technical support if needed, but instruction is not provided.

Also, all participants must follow studio safety rules, including proper use of wheels, tools, and cleaning procedures.

Finished pieces can be fired in the studio kiln at reduced member rates (€6.50/kg). Non-members pay €12.50/kg.

Finished pieces must be collected within 8 weeks of completion. Unclaimed work after 12 weeks will be donated.

Safety Disclaimer

By using Zolta Studio’s facilities, you agree to take full responsibility for your own safety. The studio contains sharp tools (such as knives, needles, and wires), heat guns, and other equipment that may cause injury if not used properly.

Zolta Studio is not liable for any injuries resulting from unsafe or incorrect use of tools or equipment.

The following items are off-limits unless authorized by staff:

  • Kiln, Mixer, Pug mill and Other industrial or restricted tools

Use all equipment with care. If you’re unsure, ask.