We started Hola Lola Studio in 2023 with the dream of creating a fun and colorful space where everyone can explore their creativity.
Whether you’re completely new to clay, ceramics or already have experience, you’re welcome to get your hands dirty and experiment! Over time, we’ve built a small, vibrant community and love how each person who walks through our doors makes the studio a little more special.
Our classes are mostly taught in English (though we also speak Dutch and Spanish), bringing together a wonderful mix of international and Dutch students. It’s a joy to see people bring their friends—or even make new ones during class. A dream come true!
We focus on personal creativity, encouraging each student to follow their own ideas. As artists ourselves, we’ve filled the studio with pictures, ceramics, and colorful art pieces—to inspire and be inspired.
We’d love to see your ideas take shape—will you come meet us?
Hii! I’m Silvana, a Peruvian visual artist based in Utrecht. In my artistic practice, I mostly focus on sculpture and interactive installations that engage the spectator.
As an artist, I enjoy experimenting with different materials depending on the concept I have in mind. My native language is Spanish, I’m also fluent in English and have a good level of Dutch.
A bit about me:
I enjoy meeting new people, and when I visit new places, I make it a point to explore contemporary art environments. Whenever possible, I escape to the beach and the sea – they’re my go-to happy places in nature.
In my classes,
My objective is to guide students toward learning. I encourage them to embrace mistakes, let go of any fear of making them, and enjoy the learning process. I value the opportunity to experiment with and introduce students to new techniques. If a student has a particular curiosity, we explore and learn together. I also appreciate the importance of learning while having fun and being passionate about what you do. When it comes to ceramics, my specialty lies in handbuilding and sculpture. I enjoy combining these techniques with clay throwing on the wheel. Music and laughter are always a part of my classes.
Hello! I’m Daniela, a Mexican-Dutch self-taught artist in Utrecht. I’ve always been immersed in creative activities and love exploring different mediums like photography, painting, and ceramics. Each medium ignites a unique creative spark, deepening my passion for my work every day.
A bit about me:
I am a very curious person, “why” is my favourite word and I love to explore and understand the seemingly simple things. People watching is one of my fave activities, especially by the beach. I love to capture these memories with my camera and incorporate them into my work.
In my classes,
I encourage students to embrace their ideas and bring them to life. Together, we explore different possibilities, and whenever I feel it’s needed, I gently nudge you to find the confidence to try things yourself. I deeply value the process of learning, failing, and continuing because that’s an essential part of working with clay.
Whether you’re on the wheel or handbuilding, both have their charm and challenges. I’ll encourage you to push a little further where I see room for growth and offer step-by-step guidance when you need it.
The studio is my happy place, filled with music and community. My playlists are as diverse as the people who come through the door, and skill level doesn’t matter—just a willingness to try.
Hi! My name is Adrienn and I’m very excited to join Hola Lola Studio as a substitute teacher for the next few months.
A bit about me:
My first contact with pottery was as a child in China. I saw a girl about my age throwing vases on the wheel, and I was mesmerized by it. It was much later though that I actually got the chance to work and experiment more with clay, and I’ve never left it since then.
I’m a nature lover at my core, with a passion for ecodesign, sustainable living, and capturing small moments of daily life with my camera. Before moving to the Netherlands, I lived in Italy, where I worked as a product designer at a social enterprise. You’ll often find me outdoors, taking long walks, or seeking out plant-based food spots and cafés with friends.
Adrienn will be substituting until the 31st of May.
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