Portland, Oregon
Where earth
meets intention
Handcrafted ceramics born from Portland clay. Each piece shaped on the wheel, glazed by hand, and fired with care.
Our Story
Built by hand,
meant to be held
Kiln was founded in 2018 with a simple belief: the things we use every day should carry warmth. A mug should feel right in your hands. A bowl should have weight and purpose.
We work with locally sourced clay and small-batch glazes, firing each piece in our gas kiln. Nothing mass-produced, nothing rushed. Every piece that leaves our studio has been touched by human hands at every stage.
7+
Years of craft
The Collection
Recent works
Speckled Vase
$85
Nesting Bowls
$120
Forest Mug
$42
Raw Edge Plate
$68
The Process
From clay to table
Every piece follows the same three-step journey, shaped by patience and the unpredictability of fire.
1Wedging
We start by hand-wedging Portland clay to remove air bubbles and create an even, workable consistency.
2Throwing
Each piece is thrown on the wheel, shaped by hand and eye. No molds, no machines — just the potter's touch.
3Glazing
Small-batch glazes mixed in-studio. Each piece is dipped, poured, or brushed by hand before the final firing.
Learn the Craft
Upcoming workshops
Wheel Throwing Basics
Learn centering, pulling walls, and finishing. Leave with your own bowl or mug.
Hand-Building
Pinch pots, coil building, and slab work. No wheel needed — just your hands and imagination.
Glazing Workshop
Dip, brush, and wax. Learn glaze chemistry basics and finish your bisque-fired piece.
Ready to get your hands dirty?
Whether you're shaping your first bowl or your hundredth, there's a seat at the wheel for you. Book a workshop or visit the studio.