Frequently Asked Questions
General Studio Information
Q: Where is Lantau Pottery Studio located?
A: We are located at G/F, 28 Rural Committee Road, Mui Wo, Lantau Island. Our studio is a scenic 30-minute ferry ride from Central (Pier 6), making it a perfect destination for a unique creative escape or a weekend pottery workshop in Hong Kong. Or 45 min by the 3M bus from Tung Chung City Gate.
Q: Do I need any experience to join a workshop?
A: No experience is necessary! Our workshops are designed for absolute beginners. Whether you are trying wheel-throwing for the first time or want to learn hand-building, our instructors provide step-by-step guidance in English.
Q: Do you have a kiln?
Yes, we have two kilns at the studio.
Events & Corporate Team Building
Q: Why is Mui Wo a good location for corporate team building in Hong Kong?
A: Mui Wo offers a "physical reset" from the city. The ferry journey helps teams unplug before they even arrive. Unlike a standard office workshop, our studio provides a digital detox environment surrounded by the nature of South Lantau, which is proven to reduce employee burnout and spark creative problem-solving.
Q: What is the maximum capacity for group events?
A: For indoor workshops, we can comfortably host up to 20 participants. For larger school programs or outdoor events, our expansive garden space can accommodate up to 50 people.
Q: Can you help arrange catering for our Pottery event?
A: Yes! We partner with local Mui Wo vendors to offer everything from farm-to-table lunches to beachside refreshments. We can help you plan a full-day itinerary that includes pottery, dining, and even a guided nature walk to Silvermine Waterfall.
The Pottery Process
Q: When can I collect my finished pottery?
A: Pottery is a "slow art." Your pieces must air-dry completely before being fired twice in our kiln (bisque and glaze firing). Your finished, food-safe ceramics will be ready for collection or delivery approximately 3–4 weeks after your workshop.
Q: Is the pottery made at the studio food-safe and microwave-safe?
A: Yes. We use high-quality clay and non-toxic, food-safe glazes. All pieces are fired to over 1200℃, making them durable for daily use in your kitchen or office.
Q: What should I wear to a pottery class?
A: Pottery can be messy! We recommend wearing comfortable clothes you don’t mind getting a little clay on and closed-toed shoes. We provide aprons for all participants. We also suggest trimming long nails and leaving rings or watches at home for the best experience on the wheel.
Booking & Logistics
Q: How do I book a private workshop or corporate event?
A: You can book directly through our Contact Page or via WhatsApp at +852 6680 6763. For corporate events, we recommend booking at least 4 weeks in advance to secure your preferred date and coordinate any add-on services like catering or sound baths.
Q: What is your cancellation policy?
A: To ensure fair access for all, we require 7 days' notice for a partial refund or credit. For workshops, a 48-hour notice is required for rescheduling. Please refer to our Terms & Conditions for full details on bad weather arrangements (Typhoon Signal No. 8/Black Rainstorm).
A: Clay is soft, sticky, decomposed rock; it should bend and stretch without breaking when you pinch it. Clay comes from the earth. Commonly found on riverbanks, where the topsoil has been eroded, or if you dig deep under the topsoil.
Q: What is glaze?
A:Glaze is a fine glass coating that covers the surface of pottery, it is made up of silica, alumina and flux with additional chemicals to give each glaze its unique color and characteristics. All our studio glazes are food safe and non-toxic.
A: Pottery is broadly known as objects made from clay: earthenware, stone wear and/or porcelain, that have been treated with heat resulting in vessels that can hold water and food. The ancient technology of pottery is said to predate the invention of the wheel.
Q: Do you teach wheel throwing?
A: Yes, You can book a wheel throwing workshop here. Or if you join the ongoing pottery classes you will be introduced to wheel throwing after covering the hand building basics.
Q: How long are the workshops?
A: Workshops and adult classes usually run 2 hours. Ongoing children’s classes are 1 hour per class.
A: There are three main hand building techniques: pinching, coiling and slab-building.
Q: Why does it take so long?
A: Pottery must be completely air dried before going through the bisque fire, this can take up to a week depending on the weather and humidity. Then they must be glazed and fired again.
Q: Do you have a kiln?
A: Yes, we have two kilns at the studio.
Q: Do you offer Children's classes?
A: Yes, we offer classes for children ages 6+ on a project term basis; be sure to follow our Instagram and Facebook for class announcements.
Q: Do you teach adults classes?
A: Yes, we run ongoing classes during the week please WhatsApp 66806763 for the current schedule.