Tamegroute
6-Day Ceramic Workshop
Location: Tamegroute, South Morocco
(20 km from Zagora Airport)
Dates: 6-11 October 2025
Programme Overview
Explore the ancient Tamegroute workshops: meet the potters, great depositories of the ancient craft.
Ceramic History: Gain insights into the history and unique characteristics of Moroccan ceramics.
Clay Preparation: We'll collect the wild clay right in the village, with the help of the potters' donkey, and prepare it for modelling.
Studio Time and supplies: Enjoy daytime access to the studio for creating your pieces; optional access to a traditional potter's kick-wheel with demonstrations.
Glazing and Firing Process: Observe and learn more about the precious glazing technique.
Traditional Kiln: under the supervision of the skilled artisans, experience the firing of your ceramics in one of the ancient wood-fired kiln that has remained unchanged for centuries.
At the borders of the desert in Southern Morocco, Tamegroute is renowned for its centuries-old tradition of crafting a unique green-glazed pottery using local natural resources.
The group is limited to 8 participants to ensure a personalised experience and foster organic connections.
To receive the full programme and details,
write an email to: info@yeddinstudio.com.
The aesthetic of Tamegroute contempory and ancient ceramic is rough and unfinished, with often such obvious flaws as cracks, pits, and glaze crawling.
Defects have been embraced and incorporated into the aesthetic of this ancestral craft. The real connection with the past is the very colour of the glaze, the special green.
What to expect
In the village of Tamegroute, embark on a transformative workshop and uncover the rich history and unique traditions of Moroccan ceramics. Visit the potter's village to witness time-honoured techniques, passed down through generations, using locally sourced natural materials. Explore the distinctive glazing process and observe the firing in one of the seven antique kilns, dating back to the 17th century and still owned by the families who produce all of Tamegroute's pottery. With expert guidance, you'll have the opportunity to create your own pieces, glazing them in traditional green or ochre hues, and wood fire them.
In essence, this workshop transcends a mere artistic endeavour; it's an immersive cultural exchange, fostering a profound appreciation for the region's heritage through the lens of an ancient craft. By embracing a slower rhythm, engaging with the local community and its traditions, and connecting with the delicate oasis environment, you'll cultivate a sense of authenticity and harmony. Moreover, your participation directly empowers this artist’s project, the potters as well as the village, ensuring fair compensation for their invaluable work and helping preserving this precious legacy for generations to come.
