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Our Pinch Pot Story

A sustainable pottery studio on the shores of Vancouver Island.

Pinch Pot Ceramics studio

Pinch Pot Ceramics was born from a desire to create a welcoming space where the timeless craft of pottery meets the modern spirit of Vancouver Island.

What started as a small personal passion has grown into a hub for local artists and beginners to connect through their work.

The Pinch Pot Mission

Community

We strive to be more than a studio; we are a gathering place where neighbors become friends over wet clay and shared kilns.

Sustainability

We value our Island home by implementing eco-friendly practices, recycling our clay, and using non-toxic, locally sourced glazes whenever possible.

Our Staff

Profile photo of Claire Dawson, Pinch Pot Ceramics founder and instructor.

Claire Dawson

Founder & Instructor

Profile photo of Tom Yates, Pinch Pot Ceramics wheel specialist.

Tom Yates

Wheel Specialist

Profile photo of Maya Chen, Pinch Pot Ceramics instructor.

Maya Chen

Instructor

Profile photo of Evan Park, Pinch Pot Ceramics studio manager.

Evan Park

Studio Manager