Pottery workshop of Jānis Seiksts
The farm of Jānis Seiksts, bearer of the Latviskais mantojums (“Latvian Heritage”) cultural sign, has been strengthening the creative and persistent spirit of the master of clay and watercolors for decades.
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It is possible to view the garden sculptures in the backyard garden. The sculptures are created by the owner.
Ceramicist Jānis Seiksts has been working with ceramics for almost 50 years and has been a member of the Artists' Union of Latvia since 1980. For most of his life, he made classic Latgale-style glazed ceramics - cups, vases, bowls, candlesticks, etc. etc.
A tour of the potter's workshop, inspection of the ceramic kiln, participation in the making of clay pots is available. In the shop you can find an exhibition of ceramic works for sale: souvenirs, whistlers, mugs, bowls, candlesticks, plates, egg dishes, figures, garden sculptures, etc. Read more about Jānis in the "Human Stories" section.
In the shop you can find an exhibition of ceramic works for sale: souvenirs, whistlers, cups, bowls, candlesticks, plates, egg dishes, figures, garden sculptures, large and small vases, and other products from both clay and chamotte. The works can also be purchased at the Madona Regional History and Art Museum. Read more about the museum here, on the "Vidzemēs" website.
The workshop, exhibition and shop will be very interesting for children and families!
Excursions are available for small groups. Ask about the possibilities in advance!
Working time
Visit only with prior application for a certain day and time.