Fes Pottery & Zellige Artisan Experience

Traditional pottery and zellige workshop with artisans in Fes Morocco

Experience Overview

In Fes, don’t just watch artisans work — become an artisan yourself for a few hours. Shape clay on a traditional potter’s wheel, paint cobalt blue motifs, and assemble geometric zellige mosaics.

Highlights

Hands-on potter’s wheel session using traditional Fes blue clay

Brush painting workshop featuring iconic Fes cobalt blue pigments

Watch master Maâlems cut zellige tile pieces using traditional hammers

Design and assemble your own zellige mosaic plaque

Program & Schedule

Around 2.5 to 3 hours

Step 01

Private Workshop Tour

Discover traditional olive-pit fueled kilns, clay pits, and master ceramist techniques.

Step 02

Potter’s Wheel Session

Sit at the wheel to shape a bowl or vase guided by a master potter.

Step 03

Painting & Motif Session

Decorate a ceramic piece using traditional mineral pigments.

Step 04

Zellige Assembly Session

Combine hand-cut glazed tiles into a geometric star or rosette pattern.

Included & Not Included

✓ What’s Included

Master artisan (Maâlem) instructor
All raw materials (clay, pigments, zellige tiles)
Use of traditional potter wheels and tools
Welcome mint tea
Private round-trip transport from your Fes riad

✕ Not Included

Shipping fees if kiln firing is requested
Tips

Practical Information

Important: Firing and glazing created clay pieces requires 2 to 3 days drying time.