Join artist Himani Weir on a clay adventure. Sculpt your very own pot to tell your story and decorate it with fun textures, stamping and fabrics. Learn how to slab build and use plaster moulds to make a unique clay pot to take home!
This workshop is suitable for 5–12-year-olds. There are two sessions running from 11am-1pm, and 2pm-4pm.
What’s included with my ticket?
Led by a professional artist with all materials provided, all you have to do is bring yourselves! We advise dressing for a mess. Tickets also include free entry to the Museum so you can explore at your leisure.
About Himani Weir
Himani Weir is a London-based artist, who specialises in handcrafted ceramic sculpture and illustration. Her work references her upbringing, and the intersection of British and Sri Lankan culture and identity. Storytelling is key to Himani’s work, drawing from real, imagined and mythical events. Alongside her work as an artist, Himani is a passionate educator and regularly facilitates workshops in a range of settings, including colleges, schools and museums.
Yes, booking is essential. We encourage you to book early to avoid disappointment as our workshops often sell out.
Yes, you must book an adult plus a child ticket to gain entry to the workshop. If there are more adults or children in your group you must also purchase an ‘additional adult’ or ‘additional child’ ticket. Adults are welcome to also get stuck into the activities.
No, the workshops start promptly at 11am and 2pm and run for the full 2 hours.
No, children must be accompanied by an adult, no child can be left unattended.
Of course. If you’re attending with an older child, please feel free to bring your baby along, either held or in a pram.
Free concession tickets are available for disabled visitors and their carers, care-experienced visitors 29 & under, plus those receiving one of the following government benefits:
- Universal Credit
- Income-related Employment and Support Allowance (ESA)
- Income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance (JSA)
- Housing Benefit
- Working Tax Credit
- Child Tax Credit
- Income Support
- Pension Credit
If you are a family in receipt of any of the listed benefits, free tickets apply to children as well.
Please note that Camden residents may be asked for proof of address.
To find out how to get here, including where to eat and drink, view our visitor information page here.
To find out more about access at the Foundling Museum, including how to book a wheelchair, visit our Accessibility page here.