Pottery Retreat with Laima Laurina in Bali, November
Dates: November 10th to 15th, 2026
Location: Canggu, Bali, Indonesia
Immerse yourself in a week of creativity and island serenity at our Pottery Retreat in Bali. Guided by the European ceramic artist Laima Laurina, this intimate experience invites you to slow down, connect with nature and explore the art of hand building in a peaceful tropical setting. Between pottery sessions, unwind with a soothing massage, gentle yoga, a waterfall visit and a Balinese cooking class held in a family garden. Shared meals by the pool and quiet evenings surrounded by greenery create a restorative atmosphere. Open to all levels, this retreat welcomes 10 to 14 guests for an intimate experience.
Accommodation: Enjoy 6 days and 5 nights in a beautiful Balinese villa with swimming pool, sauna, cold bath, gym, home cinema and a peaceful yoga shala. Choose between single or shared rooms, each prepared with comfort and a welcome gift.
Meals: All meals and drinks are included and prepared by a private chef in authentic Balinese style. Most dietary needs are welcomed.
Transportation: Private onsite chauffeurs are available throughout the stay.
Host: Two dedicated Madame Voyage hosts coordinate activities, liaise with suppliers and support guests all week.
Airport and Hotel Transfer: Return private transfers from Denpasar Airport are included. If you arrive earlier, we can collect you from your hotel within ten kilometres of Canggu.
Pottery Classes: Twelve hours of hand building sessions guided by Laima in a local studio ten minutes from the villa.
Hand Building Ceramic Workshop with Laima Laurina
Over four days, you will explore the calm rhythm of clay work. Beginners learn the foundations and create simple functional pieces such as cups or small plates. Experienced guests can work on complex forms like teapots or sculptural vases. You will practise pinching, coiling and slab building while refining each piece before firing. Laima offers personalised guidance so everyone progresses comfortably.
Day 1
- Introduction to hand building
- Pinch, coil and slab techniques
- First creations such as cups or small plates
Day 2
- Building continues
- Additional forms
- Advanced guests may begin a teapot body or vase
Day 3
- Surface design
- Pigments and textures
- Preparing pieces for finishing
Day 4
- Painting and refining
- Colour layers and details
- Final touches before drying and firing
A little note about your creations: All pieces will be fired once fully dry. This can take up to two weeks. Shipping is available at your expense.
Activities Included
- Cooking experience in a local family garden
- Waterfall and nature excursion with swimming
- One or two gentle yoga sessions
- A rejuvenating massage during the week
ITINERARY
Tuesday 10th of November – Arrival Day
Arrivals: A private pick-up from Denpasar Airport or your hotel (within a 10km radius) will be organised around 2pm.
Afternoon: Guests arrive at the villa, enjoy a warm welcome gathering, and settle into their rooms.
Evening: Welcome dinner at the villa with Laima.
Wednesday to Saturday – Daily Routine
Morning: Delicious breakfast at the villa, followed by 3 hours of clay workshop with Laima at the studio.
Lunch: Enjoy a well-deserved lunch.
Afternoon: A variety of activities scheduled for guests to enjoy the beautiful surroundings, including those listed in the retreat inclusions.
Evening: Dinner served at the villa.
Night: Free time for guests to relax or socialise.
Sunday 15th of November – Departure Day
Morning: Final breakfast at the villa.
Late Morning: Private transfer to the airport or other accommodation (within a 10km radius) at 10am.
GETTING THERE
Bali’s main airport, I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport, is centrally located and less than an hour from our villa. We’ll organise your private transfer as soon as you share your flight details, with pick-ups scheduled between 12pm and 3pm. If you choose to arrive earlier (which we highly recommend), we can also collect you from your hotel within a 10km radius of Canggu.
INCLUSIONS
From the moment you arrive in Bali to the moment you leave, everything is included! All week, you will enjoy fresh, nourishing dishes prepared by our private chef and barista team. Breakfast by the pool, relaxed lunches and warm communal dinners are all cooked with local Balinese ingredients and a light international touch. Every meal is included, along with fresh juices, soft drinks, excellent coffee and wine, creating a generous and effortless dining experience throughout your stay.
You’ll enjoy a curated program of unforgettable activities, too, all organised for you. No extra costs, no logistics to juggle. Just bring your appetite, your curiosity, and a love for beautiful things. We’ll take care of the rest.
Dietary needs? No problem, we’re happy to accommodate vegetarian, gluten-free, or other preferences with care and creativity.
EXCLUSIONS
Airfares and other transportation fares to and from the retreat
Anything not explicitly listed above
Travel Insurance: To protect your investment and travel with peace of mind, we highly recommend taking out travel insurance. We’ve partnered with PassportCard, a trusted travel insurance provider — you can explore your options here: PassportCard - Purchase Policy
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s included in the retreat?
From the moment you arrive at the meeting point, everything is included, accommodation, all meals (prepared by a private chef), wine, activities, excursions, local transfers, and surprises along the way. The only things not included are your flights and travel insurance. (We do have a travel insurance partner – contact us for details!)
Do I need to speak French?
Not at all! All activities are led in English unless otherwise stated. A love for French culture is all you need.
What if I have dietary requirements?
No problem! We cater for vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, and other common dietary needs. Just let us know in advance so we can plan accordingly.
Can I come alone?
Absolutely! Many of our guests join solo. Our retreats are designed to be warm, welcoming, and inclusive, you’ll feel part of the group from day one.
How do I get to the retreat location?
We’ll send you clear travel instructions ahead of time, including suggested trains or flights. Transfers from nearby stations are included. If you're unsure, we're happy to help with your travel plans.
How active are the retreats?
Our retreats blend culture, relaxation, and light activity (such as walking tours or market visits). You won’t need to be super fit, but expect to be gently on the move.
What’s the accommodation like?
We handpick unique, charming places, from countryside châteaux to boutique villas. Rooms are comfortable, beautifully styled, and often with private bathrooms.
What should I pack?
We’ll send you a tailored packing list before departure based on the season and retreat style. Think comfortable clothes, a touch of chic, and a good pair of shoes.
What if something changes or I need to cancel?
We understand that plans change. Our terms and conditions will detail the cancellation policy. We also strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance for peace of mind. (We can recommend a trusted insurance partner.)
How many people will be on the retreat?
Most of our retreats are small and intimate, usually between 10 and 14 guests. This allows for a more personalized and relaxed experience.
Do I have to participate in every activity?
While we hope you’ll be excited about the itinerary, all experiences are optional! This is your retreat, feel free to skip an activity and enjoy some downtime whenever you like.
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What you will learn and discover
Pottery Skills & Artistic Growth
Through over 12 hours of hands-on classes, you’ll be guided by Laima Laurina as she shares her signature techniques. You’ll learn the foundational methods of hand-building, pinching, coiling, and slab-building, and create your own pieces. You’ll also explore surface decoration, underglaze painting, and color mixing to add your personal flair to each piece. Whether you're new to pottery or looking to refine your skills, you'll leave with new techniques and creative confidence.
Creative Immersion in a Tropical Sanctuary
Bali has a way of slowing you down the moment you arrive. The air, the colours, the rhythm of the island, it all creates the perfect environment to get lost in creativity. With Laima guiding you through each hand-building session, you’ll feel supported, inspired, and encouraged to experiment, play, and reconnect with your artistic side. It’s a space where ideas flow easily and nothing feels rushed.
Sensory Delights & Balinese Culture
This retreat is as much about discovering Bali as it is about pottery. Picture wandering through Ubud’s buzzing markets, tasting fresh spices during a cooking class, or walking quietly through the rice fields.. And between it all, you’ll enjoy massages, sunsets, and moments of stillness that feel like real nourishment.
Peaceful Surroundings & Connection
Your home for the week is a beautiful Bali villa, pool, sauna, cold bath, gym, yoga shala, but more importantly, it’s a place that feels calm and welcoming. You’ll settle in quickly, share meals around the table, laugh, unwind, and connect with people who are there for the same reason as you: to create, to reset, and to enjoy something meaningful. It’s intimate, warm, and genuinely special.
A few snaps of our stunning Balinese Villa:
Oui! The price listed is all inclusive.
Rooms & Pricing
Deposit to secure your spot
Pay a non-refundable deposit today to secure your spot.
The second payment will be due 6 months before the retreat, and the last payment will be due 3 months before the retreat.
Get to know your host
Born in Latvia, Laima Laurina is a ceramic artist and sculptor whose creative journey is rooted in a deep connection to nature and a passion for working with her hands. Guided by intuition and a love for tactile expression, Laima found her true medium in clay.
She honed her craft through formal studies, earning a ceramics diploma from the Arts Academy of Latvia, and expanding her vision during a semester in Spain studying Product Design. Her time on the island of Mallorca as a ceramics apprentice further shaped her artistic voice, infusing her work with Mediterranean influences and a refined sense of form and function.
Today, Laima’s work is a delicate balance of precision, playfulness, and organic beauty. Each piece is handcrafted using her own techniques, often featuring soft colour gradients and the textural elegance of porcelain.
Her art tells a quiet, powerful story, one of curiosity, patience, and an enduring respect for the natural world.
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