Pit Fired Ceramics Workshop
Experience the Magic of Pit Firing
Join Florida-based artists Eniko Ujj and Nick Phoenix on March 16, 2025, for a hands-on exploration of pit firing — one of the earliest and most communal forms of firing ceramics. This traditional and experimental technique uses earth, fire, and natural materials to transform clay into unique works of art.
Workshop Highlights:
- Learn the history and process of pit firing
- Decorate your pre-made ceramic pieces with natural materials like dried flowers, salt, eggshells, and more
- Participate in loading, igniting, and uncovering the pit
- Share stories and personal objects to burn in the fire for a meaningful touch
Details:
- Date: March 16, 2025 (Rain Date: March 30, 2025)
- Location: Native Plant Company, 1190 Christmas Tree Rd., Milton, FL 32570
- Time: 10am - 4pm
- Fee: *Sliding scale suggested payment: $80
- Capacity: Limited to 30 participants
Pit firing embodies accessibility and community, requiring no large kilns or infrastructure — just earth, fire, and collaboration. This workshop reflects those values by offering a sliding scale fee to ensure inclusivity. If you're able, paying more helps support those who can't.
Important Note: Bisquing your work before the pit fire is recommended to reduce the risk of explosions. You can bisque your pieces through First City Art Center or our local network of Pensacola potters. We are happy to provide more information and resources to assist you.
Reserve your spot today to connect with an ancient tradition and create ceramics like never before! For questions, contact us at pitfiredceramics@gmail.com.
About The Artists
Eniko Ujj
Eniko Ujj is an interdisciplinary artist based in Pensacola, Florida, whose pit-fired ceramics explore environmental issues and community connection. Since 2020, she has led over thirty pit fires and several workshops across Southeast, sharing the transformative process that has shaped her artistic practice.
As a co-founder of a pit fire collective, Eniko creates safe spaces for women and others in a traditionally male-dominated field, embracing pit firing’s communal and egalitarian nature. Using foraged materials and kitchen scraps as colorants, she combines sustainability with themes like environmental activism and interconnectivity, inspiring creativity and connection through her work.
Nick Phoenix
Nick Phoenix is an interdisciplinary artist based in Pensacola, whose work in ceramics, woodworking, web design, and photography reflects a deep connection to place and process. Since 2016, Nick has been creating ceramics using wild clay harvested from Coldwater Creek, an exploration that sparked a passion for locally sourced materials in all their art forms.
As a workshop leader and educator, Nick has guided pit fire workshops and taught techniques for harvesting and using wild clay, fostering creativity and community through hands-on experiences. Their collaborations with local schools and universities have provided opportunities to share the transformative potential of working with natural materials, inspiring others to explore sustainability, creativity, and connection through art.
