THE STUDIO

The ceramic studio is located at Treptowerstr. 12 in Berlin, Neukölln. It’s equipped with seven wheels, two kilns, two wedging plaster tables, a lot of shelves and tables installed in two wheel rooms and a glazing room with all the materials and tools needed to create high quality ceramics in a cozy and safe environment.

The classes are given by four different teachers : Violaine, Ella, Narmin and Sena in order to embrace a larger spectrum of techniques and methods as well as a big range of availabilities. Come visit us! 🙂

The founder

Hi! I’m Violaine. A queer and French ceramic artist based in Berlin since seven years. I am currently working in my studio in Treptowerstraße, creating ceramic collections in collaboration with local concept stores, galleries, selling directly from the studio shop and teaching potter’s wheel. In my work, I experiment with various ornamental handles around my vases, inspired by the cosmic and botanical forms that surrounds me. I am collaborating with various creators: tattoo artists, illustrators, cabinet makers, photographers, painters, musicians, etc. as I’m always in research of new encounters and magical discoveries 🙂

Background

Exhibitions (selected)

2024 – Female* power (Artisan edition), (Con)temporary Crafts studio, Bremen, Germany
2023 – Clay days, Backhaus projects, Berlin, Germany
2021 – Nuit noire, Chapelle XIV, Paris, France
2021 – Nebula solo show, Michael Reid Gallery, Berlin, Germany
2021 – Vessels, New Berlin Crafts, Wishbone, Berlin, Germany
2020- 1000 Vases, Galerie Joseph, Paris, France
2018 – Aka Submission 2, Aka tattoo Berlin, Germany
2018 – Talents, Ambiente fair, Frankfurt, Germany
2018 – Kiosk Gallery by Quei Studio, Hund von Hund, Berlin, Germany

Collaborations

July 2024 – Studio shooting and wheel advisor for Ersties, Berlin, Germany
May 2024 – Black clay Workshop tour, Rume atelier, Atelier Ancrage, Trois potes, France
April 2024 – Unidentified Organism, Stoneware collection with Nina Salsotto Cassina (Unurgent Argilla) during Milan Design Week, Milan, Italy
2024 – Production of 80 tableware pieces for Studio Ilse, Germany
2023 – Workshop for Adidas, Adidas Green lab, Berlin, Germany
2023 – Black teaset workshop tour, Geogrāfica Ceramica, Monterotondo & Studio Delta pottery, Turino, Italy – Amopoterie, Marseille, France
2023 – Black teaset workshop tour, Artibus Malmö & Alster Studio Stockholm, Sweden
2022 – 60 pieces and ceramic painting workshops for Adidas, Berlin, Germany
2022 – 35 sculptures and team workshop for Zalando, Berlin, Germany
2022 – Black teaset workshop at Clay atelier, Marseille, France
2022 – Black candle holders, Pornceptual, Berlin, Germany
2022-2024 – Regular black mug series, HAR yoga Studio, Berlin, Germany
2021 – Botanical plates, DIY Movie, The Floox, Berlin, Germany

2020 – Dildo collection, Pornceptual, Berlin, Germany
2020 – Black teaset, Mateo Bonavita, Berlin, Germany
2020 – Tattoo vases, Ronny Bitter, Berlin, Germany
2019 – Illustrations and ceramics, Gardenstate Candles, Berlin, Germany
2019 – Faces collection, Nikki Thanh Hang Diep, Berlin, Germany
2019 – Black meteor collection, Accoutre Richmond, USA
2018-2021 – Cosmos and Terra cotta collections, Plantcircle, Berlin, Germany
2018 – Ink collection, Biel Carpenter, Noiia Berlin, Germany
2018 – Black Moon collection, UY studio, Berlin, Germany
2018 – Drops collection, GruenGraublau, Germany
2018 – Black Moon collection, Biscuit China, Berlin, Germany
2017 – Terra cotta Urban devices, Michael Buckley, France

Photographic projects

2023 – Amaan Hassen, A study of the work of Violaine Toth, Berlin, Germany
2023 – Sofia Henriques, Berlin, Germany
2023 – Uniqlo, Europe people, Berlin, Germany
2022 – Loris Mendio, Berlin, Germany
2021 – Mirja Zentgraf, Schön Magazine, Berlin, Germany
2021 – Savannah Van Der Niet, Berlin, Germany
2020-2021 – Attic series, Mateo Bonavita, Berlin, Germany
2020 – Madonna series, Pornceptual, Berlin, Germany
2020 – Two minutes of sensuality, Be local, Berlin, Germany
2019 – Skin series, El Fox, Berlin, Germany
2019-2021 – Clarissa Droz, Berlin, Germany
2018 – Atelier series, Tom Borchwardt, Berlin, Germany

Publications/ Interviews (selected)

2024 – Le bol, interview live “Etre céramiste à Berlin“, Janvier 2023, France
2022 – Gala, August 2022, France
2022 – Interview, Exberliner, March 2022, Germany
2022 – Missy Magazine, February 2022, Germany

2021 – 1000 Vases Volume one, Pier Paolo Pitacco, Italy
2021 – The shape shift, Schön Magazine, Germany
2021 – Out & Loud, Objekt Unsere Tag, Berlin, Germany
2021 – Point de vue, Bureau des arts plastiques for French Embassy, Berlin, Germany
2021 – Interview, Present Magazine 2, Berlin, Germany
2021 – Elle décoration, May 2021, France
2020 – Home Magazine, April 2020, France
2020 – Interview, Relief Magazine, France
2020 – Interview, All boats, Berlin, Germany
2020 – How to turn your hobby into a career, I heart Berlin, Germany
2020 – Taking a pottery class in Berlin, Invisible travelers, France
2019 – The emotional value of objects, Tous Magazine, UK
2019 – Elle decoration, November 2019, France
2019 – Interview, Wertn Magazine, December 2019, France
2019 – Interview, Brutal Ceramics, France
2019 – Berlin’s coolest ceramic labels, I heart Berlin, Germany
2018 – Wohnrevue, March 2018, Switzerland
2018 – Interview, Kristen Joy Watts for Instagram Design, Berlin, Germany

Studio

September 2024 – Hosting guest ceramicist Leonardo Rousseau for a Lidded Jars workshop
July 2024 – Hosting guest ceramicist Théo Michel for a Teapot workshop
June 2024 – New assistant joining the team (Debora Ferrera)
June 2024 – New teacher joining the team (Narmin Fliether)
December 2023 – Beginning of studio memberships & open studio practice
November 2023 – New teacher joining the team (Ella Brew)
October 2022 – Entrelacs, exhibition in collaboration with Latch Key
May 2022 – From the Dark, group show
October 2021 – Studio opening and beginning of group shows
2021/2022- Apprentices training
2021 – Studio space at Treptowerstraße in Berlin, Germany
2019 – Studio space at Tellstraße in Berlin, Germany
2018-2024 – Ceramic classes (Wheelthrowing, handbuilding and glazing to privates and groups)
2018-2024 – Production of black ceramic products (individuals, companies and galeries)
2018 – Founding of Violaine Toth Ceramic, Berlin, Germany

Education / Apprenticeship

2018 – Porcelain apprenticeship, Anna Badur Studio, Berlin, Germany
2017-2019 – Ceramic apprenticeship, Ceramic Kingdom, Berlin, Germany
2016-2017 – Ceramic apprenticeship, Michael Buckley Atelier, France
2015-2018 – Master DNSEP Design Objet/Espace, Esad, France
2012-2015 – Bachelor DNAP Object/Space Design, Esad, France

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Clients Ratings

Violaine Toth ceramic studio

5.0

Based on 96 reviews

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Andrea Schober

15:31 16 Jul 24

I found this studio by searching for a gift certificate to learn doing pottery. Violaine has a funny and sympathetic insta account which intrigued me trying pottery myself. What can I say? It became my favourite kind of hobby. And after learning the technique properly with Violaine, Ella and Eva I visit the open hours on a regular basis to do my own stuff. The studio provides all you need and Violaine and her team are always open to questions and to share their knowledge. The prices to me are very fair, I love this place and highly recommend it!

Sasha Elia

10:26 16 Jul 24

We had a wonderful experience at Violaine's pottery studio yesterday. Violaine, the owner of the shop, gave us a warm welcome and was very happy that we were there. She explained everything to us step by step and was always kind and patient.The atmosphere in the studio was great, and the music selection and ambience contributed perfectly to the creative atmosphere. The studio's equipment is also really first-class, which made working very pleasant.The money you pay to take part is absolutely worth it - both because of the high quality material and the excellent training you receive there. All in all it was a great experience that I recommend to everyone.

Isabelle Pinheiro

11:12 12 Jul 24

What an experience ! I can’t wait for my 2nd class :) I recommend

akira rara

16:54 21 Jun 24

Really nice studio ! I had a class there that was very professional and the vibe is super cool ! A big thank you to the team who makes me want to make ceramics even more now !

elke foltz

19:45 20 Jun 24

I got the chance to have one workshop at Violaine's studio! Violaine is really kind and patient. I had a lot of fun! Thanks a lot 💕

Jo Aspvik

15:28 20 Jun 24

The studio is super welcoming and Violaine is a great teacher. To learn from the best I would 100% recommend to take a class!

Amanita Calderon-Cifuentes

16:02 24 Apr 24

It was fab. Queer/Trans friendly. You can do it even with long nails.

Natalie Linke

20:49 11 Nov 23

The first pottery wheel class was an inspiring experience. The studio is beautifully designed and exudes a pleasantly calm atmosphere. The instructor is not only loving but also competent, guiding participants through the process with great patience. The conversations during the course were enriching and contributed to creating a relaxed learning environment. Overall, a thoroughly enjoyable experience!Thanks a lot! ❤️

Elisa Fink

09:38 04 Nov 23

loved it!

Isabelle Matuschka

14:44 17 Sep 23

My team had a handbuilding workshop with Violanne after she'd been recommended to us by a colleague. Violanne was patient, funny, and had us building our own cups/fruit bowls/tapas trays within 20 mins of our arrival. The studio was great for our team event, and Violanne was a great teacher. Would recommend.

Maike Berndt

17:51 11 Sep 23

We had an amazing team event with Violaine!

Thania U

12:27 02 Sep 23

İpek Çokçevik

08:19 01 Sep 23

She is an amazing person and teacher. We had so much fun learning and creating. Definitely worth the trip from Hamburg to Berlin 😅 %100 recommended! 🩵

Greta MacEvers

14:29 26 Aug 23

Billie Barton

13:52 23 Aug 23

Agathe

22:36 16 Aug 23

We had an amazing time in Violaine's workshop! It's a beginner friendly course, where you'll be able to create several ceramics. Violaine is a lovely teacher and we had a lot of fun! We'll come back for more! You can also buy her craft and it's a beautiful workshop and shop to visit!

Sarah Raouf

16:12 31 Jul 23

Super friendly instructor, very cool place. I highly recommend working with Violaine for for team building activities. She does amazing workshops that will allow you to lose track of time and space and use your hands to create something beautiful. Also a very nice taste for music to channel the creator within you!

ahmed elgammal

20:10 28 Jul 23

I had a workshop there and it was amazing, thanks a lot for this great experience

M. H.

20:29 05 Jul 23

I did the handbuilding workshop- cool place, great instructor, good coverage of the basics, and you eventually get your own vessel/sculpture. Great opportunity to get a feel for clay and explore ceramics creatively.

Fee Gross

18:45 23 Jun 23

Took a wheel class and loved it!

Katherine Fisher

14:36 30 Apr 23

Violaine is very kind and patient. She is an excellent teacher and very clearly explains how to use the wheel properly and is very encouraging to beginners! I would very much recommend her classes.

Lucie Barsegian

15:31 13 Dec 22

What a great class we had with Violaine and Flora! They both managed to handle our big group, were really patient and fun.Violaine conveyed her passion very well and everyone had a lovely afternoon. Thanks again! Truly looking forward to see our fired pieces.

Maria O.

23:04 22 Oct 22

I just picked up my bowls from Violaine today and I'm totally overwhelmed. Let's start with the fact that I've been making pottery as an autodidact for years and just wanted to expand my knowledge and finally learn the "right" grips. For this I booked Violaine’s beginner’s course, among other things, and after the first appointment (which, to my great luck, I was able to enjoy alone with this pottery goddness), I could not miss the opportunity to attend part 2/4 the next time, on the day of my marriage. Every Wednesday I went to the train station Sonnenallee with a grin because I had my personal aha moments and new insights. Also when it comes to claytypes and glazes, Violaine has a noble taste, even I've finally experimented a bit, even if not always successfully. I envy everyone who has not yet got to know this artspace and the artist and who is still having this experience in the future! Have fun with it and all the best for Violaine - a beautiful and talented human.

Giuliana Kolling

13:59 16 Sep 22

Violaine is very patient and nice, the session works really well to understand the wheel and I am super happy about the experience. I had a lot of fun! Will definitely come back for more sessions in the future!

Ludo Enderlen

05:02 30 Aug 22

Best introduction to pottery with Violaine for me, all in a happy and friendly atmosphere, it was just perfect.

Paulawellmann Wellmann

18:23 24 Aug 22

great workshop and great teacher and artist!!

Melis B

11:25 18 Aug 22

We had a lovely group class with Violaine, she was patient, engaging and very welcoming! She encouraged everyone to come up with their own ideas and guided us whenever we had questions. It was the first time working with pottery for most of us and everyone had a great time! I advise her workshop/classes to anyone who would be interested in trying out pottery :)

Brondie Bradie

21:32 16 Aug 22

Took a ceramic class as a company team building and Violaine showed us solid techniques, catered for everyone’s different artistic needs, while giving us fun, chill times with lovely conversation. I took ceramic classes before but it was either too hard so teacher did everything for me or too hands off without good instructions but this one was just a perfect balance, making our idea materialise with the spot on practical tips from Violaine.

Benedetta Ludovisi

11:22 29 Jul 22

I took a wheel class and a glazing class with Violaine and loved it! She is a great teacher and the studio is also super nice. I highly recommend to take one or more of her classes!

Viet Le

16:25 31 Mar 22

Best pottery class and instructor - it was lots of fun

Jason Perez

10:32 24 Feb 22

My wife and I did a beginner Ceramics class with Violane, and it was absolutely fantastic and super fun. We had no previous experience, but Violane is a very clear and effective teacher, and helped us understand the basics of crafting ceramics on the wheel. I highly recommend Violane's classes! :)

Maria Jose de la Riva

21:59 04 Feb 22

Took a course recently with my partner. We not only had a really great time with Violaine, who is lovely, but also learned quite a bit. We knew absolutely nothing about throwing (other than we really wanted to try) and managed to make 3 bowls each under her guidance. I really wish Violaine offered longer format courses, I'd be the first to sign up. If you're looking for a great class, this is it : )

Robert Smith

15:15 11 Nov 21

We had such a wonderful time in our group class learning the wheel! Would highly recommend. Lovely to see her incredible work in the studio too!

Stefan Keuchel

22:10 08 Oct 21

Had a great time and a lot of fun at our ceremic course with Violaine... The explained everthing really well and patient. Strong recommendation!

Julia Empelmann

14:48 08 Oct 21

the workshop was fun and instructions helpful. thank you Violaine and Isa.

Pia Sternberg

13:42 08 Oct 21

We had a great 3-hours workshop with Violaine – it was perfect. Lovely space, great hostess, a lot of fun!

Simon Pröber

13:22 08 Oct 21

Great experience! Amazing job by you, Violaine!

Kirsten Wearne

16:10 13 Sep 21

I have done 2 courses with Violaine, they are a very intuitive teacher, sharing their own skills and experiences and to give you the confidence to work independently and take away skills to drive your own projects!I would highly recommend Violene to beginners to get the best basic skills, anyone looking to learn new skills or to expand their ceramic skills further! Looking forward to my next class soon hopefully :)

saki koulos

15:08 13 Sep 21

Violaine is a really talented artist, a good teacher and more a great human! I’m so amazed by what she built within this few years. Her work space/shop is so well arranged and welcoming.I’m one of your biggest fan 💕

Anna Kusnier

13:18 06 Dec 20

I took a one-month ceramic class with Violaine and it was the beginning of a love for this craft. I can highly recommend the course, but especially the ceramics that are sold here. They are very tasteful and in each piece there is a lot of work, knowledge and often several attempts that can fail at one point of production. Keep this in mind (also with the prices) and support small artists like Violaine.

Héloïse Nelte

16:00 11 Sep 20

I booked a monthly wheel class with Violaine and it was a great introduction into the ceramic world. The set up was well structured and Violaine shared a lot of useful tipps. We started with the wheel directly in the first session and could experience all important stages to shape basic forms. I really had a great time and was very happy about the results. I can highly recommend it!

Liam Sanders

13:34 01 Aug 20

Fantastic experience into the world of ceramics and throwing. Clear instruction and teaching from an incredibly talented artist - would highly recommend to any wishing to get dip their toe into ceramics.

Laura H.

13:06 01 Jul 20

Great class to learn how to work with the wheel, shape and glaze your own ceramics pieces ! Violaine is a patient and attentive teacher, who does beautiful pieces herself. I really enjoyed learning the techniques and making my own pieces, and I would definitely recommend the classes!

Eva Wong

08:21 01 Jul 20

Had a great experience with Violaine. Booked a private class for my boyfriend and I to learn, and she was very patient with us and showed us all the techniques step by step. We got to glaze our pieces and play around with the different colours and techniques which was cool to see how it all works.Overall great experience and she responds in a quick manner to everything. Would definitely do a class again ☺️

Matt Boucher

10:42 18 Jun 20

I just recently finished a wheel throwing course with Violaine.She was really accommodating, welcoming and a great teacher.The studio is a nice space and having a small number of students made it really good for learning all things ceramics related.

Plant Circle

21:29 20 Mar 20

Violaine is a great and patient teacher, I’ve enjoyed very much my 4 week wheel class where I have produced some really nice pieces to keep. Highly recommend if you look for something new to learn whether you want to start your career in ceramics or simply make a few cups :-)

Alexia Schann

06:58 13 Mar 20

A wonderful place to learn and explore pottery. Violaine is wicked talented! She was patient, kind, and energetic, making intro to pottery a really fun experience.Violaine gives individual attention making sure you are happy with your project. This is better than meditation or therapy. It's calming and gratifying to mold clay. I highly recommend this class for anyone who has never touched a pottery wheel.

Juliette Navarro

12:16 30 Jan 20

It was an amazing experience to have a 2.5 hours private class with Violaine!She is super patient and helpful! Saved my piece when I almost screwed it up! ;)I really had the chance to dive into the universe of ceramic creations! Highly recommended!

Holly Daggar

09:09 26 Nov 19

My mother and I took a private 2-hour wheel class back in September and it was such a wonderful experience as an entry into wheel throwing! Highly highly recommend.

Christopher Bétrémieux

08:38 26 Oct 19

I had a 3-session private course with Violaine and absolutely loved it. She’s very passionate and friendly. I really liked her teaching method, she helps you get it right but she’s not doing it for you so you learn the (not so) hard way. I’d recommend 100% for someone living in Berlin who wants to learn ceramics as a beginner (or even intermediate level) 👌🏼

TINMAN Berlin

11:46 25 Oct 19

Had a great four sessions. Very interesting experiencing each stage of making ceramics. And pleasure to meet such a talented lovely lady!Thank you and hope to see you around again :)

Nieka Pour

09:22 25 Oct 19

We had such a great time with Violaine. The pottery class was more like a get together with friends. As we don´t live in Berlin, Violaine glazed the pieces for us and sent them over - thank you for the great experience!

Johannes Maier

16:07 24 Oct 19

I did a pottery class on the wheel with Violaine and had an amazing experience doing this workshop which took four sessions. Violaine is a very nice person and has lots of patience to explain the hand-movements to built pots and bowls as well as helps you to safe your piece in case you mess it up. Will definitely go for another workshop!

Helene Broussou

09:04 05 Jul 19

I wish I could rate the course with more than 5 stars, because it deserves a lot more!I took the 4 week wheel class with Violaine, and had an amazing time! Violaine is a great teacher, the atmosphere is very relaxed, and I just wish i could go everyday.I left the workshop very proud, with the pieces I made.I strongly recommend you try it, you'll love it for sure!

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