WoodFiring with Pamela Woodworth

April 10 -19, 2026 (10 days)

 
 
 
 
 

Overview

For more than 20 years I have been captivated by the art of the stoke of the woodfire kiln. Woodfire kilns stand alone in their own artistic realm. The intersection of clay wood and fire lends results to ceramics that are achieved no other way. The intrigue of using humankind’s oldest fuel source to achieve dynamic and unique pottery surfaces is humbling and elegant, sacred and exhilarating all at the same time. The art of the woodfire requires an understanding of many different variables in play at each stoke to the fire box.

This work shop will investigate (introduce/expand upon) those variables as we embrace the iconic communal aspect of team stoking to reach the high temperatures of heat work that is signature to the wood fire experience, all while surrounded by the exquisite beauty of the Tuscan countryside and magic of Il Baciarino commune.

Logistics

This retreat is taught by Pamela Woodworth

There will be a maximum of 10 participants.

Cost

The retreat costs €2300 plus accommodations

This includes all meals, all materials and instruction, all trips and tours, and all cooking classes and other experiences onsite, and taxi pick up and drop off from the Grosseto train station.

Accommodations are onsite, but are a separate cost, as there is a variety to choose from. Please let us know accommodation you would like:

  • La Rondine, located right next to the studios, boasts a queen bed, huge floor to ceiling windows, and a sweet little loft. €1,260 (for the 9 nights)

  • La Lucciola, located nearest to the kilns, has a queen bed, a delightful little balcony, and easy street access. €1,260

  • L'Isidora, located just under La Lucciola, has a queen bed, an ivy enclosed porch, and easy access to the pool. €990

  • La Pesca, located at the top of the property, is a house with a huge deck and four bedrooms that artists share. There are two upper bedrooms with single beds that share a bathroom - €540 each. The two lower bedrooms share a bathroom and each have a double bed - €675 each.