Modern Clay is a co-operative clay studio in Birmingham, run by artist members.

We produce ceramics, run public workshops and design bespoke projects with charitable organisations.

Our approach is open and responsive, and centred around three priorities:

 – we work with artists to support ceramic research and the production of new work.

 – we design workshops and occasional events for the public that give insights into the work of our studio artists and ceramic practices and processes.

 – we partner with local charitable organisations supporting vulnerable groups to develop bespoke workshops that share the benefits of working creatively with clay.

Creative expression is vital to wellbeing.

Our ceramics studio is fully equipped with workbenches, clays, modelling tools, electric wheel and a kiln. We can make a wide variety of sculpted, hand-built, slip-cast and batch-produced ceramics. Our studio can accommodate groups of up to 12 for workshops.

The studio

Modern Clay is located at Minerva Works, a complex of art spaces and businesses a short walk from Birmingham city centre, on Fazeley Street in Digbeth. We are situated on the first floor and unfortunately do not currently have a working lift. Please contact us in advance to discuss any access needs.

Where we are

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Who we are

Modern Clay works collaboratively with individuals and organisations on commissions and projects, and our studio and artist members can be booked for bespoke group sessions such as team away days.

We offer a comprehensive range of services in prototyping, testing and batch production. This includes:

Consultation (on design, process and materials)

We run workshops to creatively introduce participants to the fundamentals of working with clay and the ceramics process and offer sessions for advanced makers. We like to design bespoke sessions in collaboration with our partners.

Previous clients include: Jamie Crewe; Kaye Winwood; Ikon Youth Project; Amelia Hawk; Melanie Jackson; Sofia Niazi; Dr. Melissa Grant; The Growing Project; Morgan Stockton and Lucy Naylor; Rabbits Road Press. For more information see 

 for more information on working with us.

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