Ceramics in Santa Teresa
Two experiences: paint in 24h or shape & glaze in two sessions
Hands in Clay, Feet in the Sand
A calm counterbalance to surfing: slow down, work with your hands, and create something that lasts. No experience needed - local instructors guide you step by step.
Choose a quick creative hit (paint ready pieces and pick up in 24h) or the full journey of shaping, drying, and glazing your own pieces over two meetups.
What We Offer
Two programs, all levels welcome
Ceramic Stories (paint & pick up)
Paint traveler-made pieces, add your style, and pick them up ~24h after firing. Leave a piece for the next traveler - art that keeps moving.
Shape & Shade (full immersion)
Session 1: hand-build with natural clay. Session 2 (within 7 days): choose glazes and paint. Kiln finishes pieces (~9 days total).
Why Creative Arts?
Balance for body and mind
Mindfulness & Presence
Working with clay requires full attention, bringing you into the present moment - similar to the flow state of surfing.
Different Form of Creation
Shape something permanent with your hands. Unlike waves that disappear, ceramics last - a tangible reminder of your time in Santa Teresa.
Balance Intense & Calm
Surfing is dynamic and intense. Ceramics is slow and meditative. Together, they create a complete experience.
Take Home Your Art
Create functional or decorative pieces to bring home - bowls, mugs, plates, jewelry, or sculptural art.
Community & Connection
Meet other travelers and locals in the creative community. Art brings people together in unique ways.
No Experience Needed
Complete beginners welcome. Our instructors make the creative process accessible and enjoyable for everyone.
Schedule & Flow
We align with your travel dates
Ceramic Stories (paint)
Book 1 to 1.5 hours to paint. We fire overnight; pick up in ~24h or we ship.
Shape & Shade (immersion)
Shape on day 1. Return within a week to glaze. Kiln finishes pieces (~9 days total); pickup or shipping available.
How It Works
Pick your path, we handle the firings
Choose Your Experience
Paint ready pieces (Ceramic Stories) or shape and glaze your own (Shape & Shade).
Session Time
Painting: 1-1.5h. Immersion: Session 1 shaping, Session 2 glazing within 7 days.
Kiln Magic
Painting: overnight firing (~24h). Immersion: dry + firing (~9 days).
Pickup or Shipping
Pick up in person or have it shipped to you.
Traveler-friendly timing: ~24h for painting; ~9 days for shaping + glazing. We help with scheduling and shipping.
Pricing
Ceramic Stories (paint): $50 - 1 session, pickup ~24h
Shape & Shade (immersion): $80 - 2 sessions, ~9-day process
We coordinate both sessions around your stay; shipping available.