#SculptStoriesWithOne - Clay, Play, and A Dash of Yay!

Let’s dive into our latest community engagement activity! We decided to switch things up by hosting a lively meetup in Pune. This time, we brought together our enthusiastic and fun-loving users for a creative and enjoyable pottery event.

Little back story on pottery, pottery is like playing with mud but with a touch of magic! This age-old craft involves squishing and shaping clay into cool, useful, and beautiful objects. From the dazzlingly decorated pots of ancient China to the sturdy, earthy creations of African cultures, pottery has been a global favorite for millennia.

On the day of the event, it was raining heavily, but to our delight, everyone still arrived on time, all smiles despite the downpour. Their enthusiasm and commitment to the event were truly impressive, adding a bright spot to an otherwise gloomy day. It was heartwarming to see such dedication and positivity from our community, and it

set the tone for a wonderful and memorable gathering.

Clay7Studio trainers took us on an exciting journey through the entire process. We kicked off by making both a plate and a cup, and the fun began with shaping the clay entirely by hand. Watching everyone dive into the clay, getting their hands dirty, and experimenting with different forms was a blast. Each person added their own unique flair, turning the clay into an array of imaginative shapes and designs.

As the clay took form, it was incredible to see the creative ideas spring to life. After sculpting, we moved on to the drying stage, eagerly anticipating the next step, coloring! This was where things got really vibrant. Everyone went all out, mixing and matching colors in a frenzy of creativity. The end results were a stunning kaleidoscope of patterns and hues, reflecting each person's personality. It was a colorful and chaotic blast, and we all left with beautifully crafted pieces that were as unique as we are!

Meanwhile, another group was having a blast at the spinning wheels, turning lumps of clay into fabulous mugs! At first, it was like watching a hilarious dance-off between their hands and the spinning wheels—everyone was trying to shape the clay while it whirred away. There were a few wobbly attempts and some clay-covered laughs, but with a sprinkle of guidance from the trainers, each mug started to take shape. Once the mugs were looking great, they had to take a little nap to dry before getting their final splash of color. It was a creative chaos of spinning, shaping, and painting that turned into a fun and memorable experience for everyone!

After all the chaos, we enjoyed a delightful meal prepared by Clay7Studio, featuring scrumptious pasta, ramen noodles, and paneer chilli. We chatted with each other for a while, and then it was time to say our goodbyes. We can't wait to see you at our next event! Stay tuned!

Written By: Ananya Gupta

Video Editor: Shubham Khare