“We did a kurinuki pottery class with Daniel as a family of five and had such a wonderful time. The atmosphere was really cool and calm, which made it easy to relax and enjoy the process. Daniel was so knowledgeable and patient, guiding us through our very first go at working with clay. It was a really lovely experience for all of us, and we would highly recommend it to anyone looking to try something creative and memorable.”
“Daniel is so enthusiastic about his craft! He was incredibly patient, kind and helpful.
For years I had wanted to experience pottery - another tick on my to-do list.
The lesson was a gift to Lisa and I but apparently getting this gift card was simple.”
“This class was fantastic. We were really looking forward to learning a little more about Kurinuki and giving it a try. The Northern Pottery studio has a great vibe, and Daniel was fantastic to work with. We had a lovely time carving away, and are in love with the finished product. We would highly recommend this.”
“I cannot recommend Daniel’s studio enough. He is a kind, inclusive, calm, and knowledgeable instructor. The classes are very reasonably priced and are appropriate for all experience and skill levels. My friend and I attended one of Daniel’s Kurinuki classes and the group was small, kind, quiet, and friendly, and we were able to take our time and make our mugs the way we wanted and there was no pressure to conform to a certain artistic process or product, which was just excellent, especially for those of us who prefer free-ranging creativity to structured production. He also coached us so well that we were both DELIGHTED with the mugs we had produced, which is really saying something as we both struggle with perfectionism! Daniel encourages uniqueness and creativity from all attendees and is genuinely gifted at empowering his students.
PS: I would personally recommend this option to those looking for a super fun activity that’s also safe for attendees who may be more cautious about trying new and unpredictable activities. I attended this class in part to investigate the practicality of using pottery classes as a corporate wellbeing resource, and after attending, I would personally recommend Daniel’s classes to anyone looking for a suitable experience for someone who has social anxiety, sensory sensitivity, or similar over-stimulation vulnerability. The class was in a controlled, indoor space that did not feel claustrophobic nor overly exposed, the light in the room was natural and not overstimulating, the temperature was pleasant, the noise levels were limited (both in terms of background noise and speaking volume from Daniel and the other 5 students), and Daniel never interrupted his students, spoke with urgency, or criticised his students. He was very clear and deliberate with safety measures, gave timely and clear instructions, and used control movements in demonstrations that were very easy to follow. He was very respectful of all attendees and never entered their personal space unless they requested his assistance, but he was still intentional in keeping an eye on us all to make sure we weren’t accidentally ruining our pieces. If we started to make a mistake, he would speak softly and in a very kind tone to suggest a different method, but didn’t push or demand change. Students were definitely enabled to freely and safely explore their own processes in a controlled environment.
10/10 stars for Daniel and his lovely studio.”
“I had a fantastic experience making kurinuki pottery cup with Daniel, he was patient, knowledgeable, and made the entire process so much fun. He guided me step by step, sharing techniques and insights that made even a beginner feel confident. The hands-on approach and relaxed atmosphere made the session enjoyable and creative. I can’t wait to see how my cup turns out after firing. Highly recommend this class for anyone interested in pottery!”
