Discover the Ceramic Scene in Gran Canaria: From Las Palmas de Gran Canaria to Santa Brígida
Clay and Creative Souls: Getting Your Hands Dirty in Gran Canaria
Forget souvenir shops and tourist trinkets, because Gran Canaria’s creative energy is getting molded into clay, something far more lasting (and a lot more satisfying). From stylish studios in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria to eccentric workshops in the hills, the island’s ceramic scene offers everything from wheel-thrown masterpieces to family-friendly hand-built mugs. Whether you’re a seasoned potter or someone who just wants to squish some clay on a Saturday morning, here’s where to shape your next island experience.
Kalidris Ceramics: Design-Forward with Katia
Tucked on a stylish corner of Mesa y López, this light-filled space is all about slow creativity. Founder and ceramicist Katia Stena runs weekly classes, private intensives, and the occasional summer workshop, all with a Nordic-meets-Mediterranean vibe. Expect to get your hands dirty, but in a very photogenic way!
Where: Calle Rafael Mesa y López 40, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Perfect for: Beginners, and anyone who says “I’ve always wanted to try ceramics”
Info: kalidris.es Instagram: @kalidris_ceramics
Escuela de Arte Luján Pérez: The OG Art School Experience
Founded by Luján Pérez in 1918 it is more than a school, it’s an institution and art laboratory. The ceramic workshop (“sin torno,” so no wheel throwing here) runs weekly and is part of a broader fine arts offer. Think painting and drawing, watercolors, photography and ceramics for anyone wanting an art-school vibe (for adults and children) with clay on their hands, this is the place. The school offers also attendance at exhibitions, talks and debates on art, readings of books or magazines so to encourge a comprehensive development of the methods and capabilities of each student.
Where: Calle Roque Morera 1, Las Palmas
Perfect for: Art students and serious hobbyists
Info: escuelalujanperez.com
EmbarradArt: Artisanal Ceramics in movement
EmbarradArt is what happens when you mix mindfulness, creativity, and a bit of clay under the Canarian sun. Artist Bárbara offers occasional workshops: intimate, thoughtful, and always one-of-a-kind (Workshop Set Breakfast 2.0 and Workshop of Tableware).
Bonus: You leave not only with your own ceramic piece but probably also with a new friend.
Where: Las Palmas de Gran Canaria (online booking required)
Perfect for: Slow-living enthusiasts, beginners and artful introverts
Instagram: @embarradart
Taller Monona: Family Vibes, Zero Pressure
Looking for a weekend plan that doesn’t involve more screen time? Enter Taller Monona! This cheerful studio offers 4-hour Saturday or Sunday workshops (one or two days) that are equal parts clay and joy (snacks included). Great for kids, curious adults, or anyone who wants to try ceramics without a major commitment. Spoiler alert: you’ll want to come back for Ceramica y Vino!
Where: Calle Manuel González Martín 40(GC)
Perfect for: Families, friend groups, and the “let’s just try something new” crowd
Info: tallermonona.com Instagram: @monona.taller
Art de Foy: Where Clay Meets Play
Head up to the leafy village of Santa Brígida and you’ll find Art de Foy, a ceramic wonderland run by artist Françoise de Foy. Her workshops are like stepping into a fable: think kids painting mugs, parents sculpting alongside them, and everything steeped in imagination. She also hosts summer art camps and special themed sessions that make clay feel magical. Find out wheel-throwing for beginners and Ceramica & Lettering workshops between many others run by Françoise and her team.
Where: Calle Nueva esquina c/ Manuel Hernández Muñoz 2, Santa Brígida
Perfect for: Anyone who believes in the power of play, parents and their kids
Instagram: @artdefoy
