Poterie de Pierroux

Poterie de Pierroux

La Poterie de Pierroux: a place of exchange and learning.

1010 route de Gaillanes, 84220, Roussillon


Partner of the Destination Luberon Tourist Office

In the heart of the Luberon, the Poterie de Pierroux is a vibrant place where craftsmanship, personal development, and artistic transmission meet. For over 30 years, Alain has been shaping stoneware with passion, exploring the many facets of ceramic creation with sensitivity and precision.

A unique expertise in stoneware, marbled clays and Raku

Blue ceramic watering can with driftwood handle, unique piece from Poterie de Pierroux

Stoneware vase with shades of blue and green, showcasing the craftsmanship of Poterie de Pierroux

Stoneware, marbled clays, Raku... Three techniques, three worlds, each expressing a quest for authenticity. Stoneware, sober and deep, reveals subtle and changing textures. Marbled clays, also called "melitudes", let color emerge through each gesture like a musical composition. As for Raku, this ancestral Japanese technique of fast firing reflects the beauty of imperfection and the intensity of the present moment.

Each creation by Alain is unique, both functional and decorative, marked by skilled craftsmanship, constant research, and a strong connection to the material. The object becomes a mirror of the soul, a living imprint of personal inspiration.

Visit by appointment recommended - Easy access, with parking.

Discover the art of working with clay

Sink your hands into clay and unleash your creativity at the Poterie de Pierroux, in the heart of the Luberon. Hand-building, wheel-throwing, and natural coloring with ochres from Roussillon: here, clay becomes a source of expression and well-being.

Guided by Alain, a passionate ceramicist, you will learn to feel the material, to center it, shape it, and transform it. Create your favorite animal, bring inspiring forms to life, and explore the techniques of coil building, slab work, and marbled clays with surprising effects.

Available formats:

  • Custom sessions: 2h, 3h, or 6h
  • Immersive workshops from 3 to 5 days
  • Group bookings upon request
  • In-home sessions with the mobile studio

Workshop schedule – Summer 2025:

  • July 21 to 25: Marbled clays
  • July 28 to August 1: Hand-building and wheel-throwing
  • August 4 to 8: Wheel-throwing

These workshops are open to everyone, from beginners to enthusiasts, in a friendly and inspiring setting.

Workshops, training and open-access studio

More than just a creative space, the Poterie de Pierroux is also a place for sharing. Alain passes on his know-how through:

Workshops and training throughout the year:

  • Weekly classes to get started or deepen your skills over time.
  • Immersive leisure workshops to explore clay in a caring environment.
  • Professional training for improvement or career change.
  • "Clay and Well-being" workshops, a gentle approach combining working with clay and self-exploration.

An open-access studio is also available for those who wish to practice independently in a fully equipped, inspiring and supportive environment.

Practical information on Poterie de Pierroux

Opening times and periods

From 28/10/2024 to 31/12/2025 from Monday to Friday between 9 am and 6 pm.

Price(s)

Private duo lessons : €40/hour/person

Cost of Thursdays : €210 for 6 sessions learning to shoot

Cost of Saturdays : €120 for 2 sessions learning to shoot

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