GAYA CAC WORKSHOPS

INTERNATIONAL WORKSHOPS:  Two-week intensive programs led by renowned ceramic artists worldwide

Our two-week workshops enable ceramic artists to focus and immerse: furthering their knowledge of a specific aspect of clay, while rejuvenating their creativity amid the energy of fellow artists and the inspiration of a cultural setting renowned for its exquisite artwork and culture.  Workshops vary widely in theme, instructor, firing style and focus, and our roster changes every year.  Typically workshop programs will comprise ten days of studio activity, 1-2 days of relevant excursions into the cultural wealth and natural beauty of Bali, and the opportunity to independently explore the nightlife (traditional and otherwise) of the artistic enclave of Ubud.  All lunches are catered family-style in the studio.

TUITION: USD $2200 inclusive of all studio materials, glazes and firings, catered lunches, welcome dinner, and excursions around the island. We will assist in making recommendations for bookings for nearby hotels, bungalows or home-stays in convenient proximity to Gaya studio (accommodation is not included in tuition).

We look to create opportunities that include rather than exclude every time: please contact us directly about qualifying for tuition reduction (Early Bird discount, Student Scholarships, and Last-Minute rates).

2025 WORKSHOPS

2024 WORKSHOPS

WORKSHOP INSTRUCTORS

Gaya CAC proudly hosts some of the finest international ceramic artists worldwide as the instructors for our annual workshop series.  With access to wood, soda, raku, and gas kilns, we can accommodate nearly any instructor's interests in workshop concept, and we are ever seeking new instructors who would be passionate about sharing their vision and inspiration at our studio here in Bali. 

Contact us directly if you would like to propose a workshop! 

GAYA CERAMIC STAFF INSTRUCTORS

HILLARY KANE: (Creative Director of Gaya Ceramic Arts Center) Hillary, both hand-builder and thrower, focuses on wood or soda-firing her own ceramic sculptures and wares-- functional, abstract, or figurative. (www.hkane.studio)

EVA CHAMPAGNE: (Managing Director of Gaya Ceramic Arts Center) Eva hand-builds and throws with equal mastery and delights in surfaces layered in complexity, particularly of the soda-fired variety. (www.evalyschampagne.com)

MARCELLO MASSONI: (C.E.O. of Gaya Ceramic and Design) Marcello specializes in throwing large scale and free-form, decorative installation, architectural sculpture, western Raku firing, and production design. 

MICHELA FOPPIANI: (Creative Director of Gaya Ceramic and Design) Michela is an exquisite hand-builder, focusing her attention on abstract figurative sculpture, intricate and varied surface decoration, and production design.

GROUP LEADERS

In order to tap into the network of potters and clay enthusiasts worldwide, we are always on the lookout for individuals with keen interest, good organizational abilities, and a thriving connection to potential workshop participants. A GL takes on the responsibility of finding 8-10 workshop registrants, collecting tuition fees from each person, and communicating directly with Gaya CAC throughout the lead-up time to the actual workshop of choice.  In exchange, the Group Leader receives free tuition (including studio materials, lunches, and excursions), as well as a per-participant monetary incentive.

Please contact us directly if you feel qualified and motivated to take on the role as a Gaya CAC GL!     

REGISTRATION, CANCELLATIONS & REFUNDS

INTERNATIONAL WORKSHOPS

REGISTRATION, CANCELLATIONS, AND REFUNDS

Please make note of the following:

• 50% tuition deposit is required for registration.

• Tuition balance is due no later than 30 days prior to workshop start date.

• International bank transfers often take around 3 days to arrive into our account, so please plan payment accordingly to arrive before or by its due date.

• Full refund or transfer to another workshop if canceled prior to 45 days ahead of workshop start date.

• 50% refund if canceled prior to 30 days ahead of workshop start date.

• No refund for cancellation within 30 days of start date.

Please register early! Registration is ongoing, on a space-available basis. Students who wait to register may not be able to secure a spot in their preferred workshop. Some workshops may fill up, while others may be canceled due to low enrollment. Early registration also enables Gaya CAC to plan more appropriately, especially with respect to instructor travel and housing.

Occasionally, Gaya CAC must cancel a workshop due to low enrollment, instructor illness or other unforeseen circumstances. We will notify you if a workshop for which you have registered has been canceled. Notification of cancellation will normally occur one month prior to the beginning of the workshop but, in rare cases, it may be less. You may then enroll in another workshop (based on availability) or receive a full refund. Gaya CAC is not responsible for  lodging, travel, or other arrangement losses incurred as a result of a workshop cancellation.