Desiree Weerts (DēWē) is a ceramic artist exploring form, texture, and transformation. Her work reflects a continuous search for renewal through clay, exploring its raw beauty and transformative potential.
Sculptural ceramic pieces exploring the balance between beauty and decay. Handbuilt and wheel-thrown forms rise like organic structures, echoing transformation. Dark, charred surfaces evoke a sense of resilience and renewal.
Wheel-thrown stoneware vases and bowls with soft, organic forms. The raw exteriors highlight texture and simplicity. Each piece reflects the rhythm of breath.
Small, hill-shaped wheel-thrown jars made from black stoneware. The sloping form reflects a quiet, sculptural presence.
Black stoneware
Unglazed, raw exterior,
Matte black glazed interior
Dinnerware
Wheel-thrown stoneware dinnerware with clean, simple forms. Sold as single pieces via Instagram sales or made on commission for individuals and restaurants.
Join a ceramics workshop in my studio.
I offer private lessons and group workshops for both beginners and advanced learners.
No experience needed.
Workshop options
1. Wheel throwing – private session
- For 1 or 2 people (€175 for 1 person, €299 for 2 people)
- Suitable for beginners and advanced learners
- Focus on technique, form, and creativity
- Duration: 2.5 hours per session
- Includes glazing and finishing of 3 pieces
- By appointment—you will have the full studio to yourselves
2. Masterclass wheel throwing for advance throwers - For 1 or 2 people (€200 for 1 person, €350 for 2 people) - In-depth exploration of specific techniques - Focus on pre-set designs - Tailored sessions for experienced ceramicists
- Duration: 2.5 hours per session
- includes glazing & firing of 1 larger piece - On request - you will have the full studio to yourselves
3. Handbuilding – Small Group and teambuilding
- For groups of 5 or more (€89 per person)
- Suitable for all levels
- Work with slabs, coils, and shaping techniques
- Duration: 2 hours
- Includes glazing and finishing of 2 pieces
- Date and time in consultation - You will have the full studio to yourselves
Practical information
- Workshops are given in English and Dutch
- Materials, clay, tea, and cookies included
- Location: My studio in Amsterdam Oost
- Finished pieces can be picked up 6 weeks after workshop
- Full payment is required upfront to confirm your booking