Bahçeşehir · Başakşehir · Since 2014

Create with your hands,
breathe with art.

From ceramics to painting, sculpture to pouring art… a warm studio where adults and children alike can happily learn and create. From the pace of the city to the calm of clay.

10+ years
of studio experience
7 days
a week, flexible sessions
Ages 4–99
Suitable for every age
The Zen Hobi Sanat team in the studio with handmade ceramic pieces Children making ceramics at the Creative Kids Studio
2014
creating since
Our Studio

Where clay, paint and patience meet

Zen Hobi Sanat was founded to let you step away from the pace of the city and experience the peace of creating something with your own hands. In our studio in Bahçeşehir, you'll learn and enjoy every session alongside professional instructors.

  • Small groups and lessons with one-on-one attention
  • All materials ready at the studio — just bring your enthusiasm
  • Flexible schedule with weekday, weekend and evening options
  • Studios for adults, children and private groups

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Art Heals

Creating here is a kind of therapy. You use clay, paint and patience as tools to slow your mind down.

Focusing on work made by hand is a genuine break — one that eases anxiety, keeps you in the present, and frees the creativity within you. Most people come for a hobby and leave with a ritual that truly does them good. What's more, our kids' studios are planned together with an expert neuropsychologist.

Our Programs

Which art would you like to discover?

Each one is its own world. Whether you focus on a single craft or try them all, we're with you from beginner to advanced level.

Two children making ceramics in Zen Hobi Sanat aprons Two children showing off their handmade ceramic pieces A child painting a landscape on canvas in the studio A child holding their own ceramic figures Ages 4+

Creative Kids Studio

Ceramics, painting and sculpture combined into a foundational art program. Fun, productive studio hours that nurture children's imagination.

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Handmade ceramic bowl with green glaze Two handmade ceramic mugs with coffee-bean pattern reading 'Double' Four handmade glazed ceramic trays in different colors Two handmade ceramic mugs with face figures Mug and tray set, handmade ceramics with two different glaze colors Small handmade ceramic bowl with blue glaze Handmade footed ceramic bowl with green glaze Most Loved

Ceramics

Hand-building, shaping, glazing and firing. Make your own mug, bowl or vase from scratch — our studio's most popular discipline.

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Participant painting a handmade ceramic bowl in the studio A moment from the Saturday adult art studio Handmade patterned ceramic plates, fresh out of the kiln Handmade ceramic plate with checkered pattern and roses Hand-painted ceramic mug with colorful pattern Student working on an art piece in the studio Participant painting a handmade ceramic vase Student painting a handmade ceramic plate

Adult Ceramics Studio

Hand-building, glazing and firing… A ceramics studio with a flexible schedule where adults can happily learn and create. Make your own mug, bowl or vase from scratch.

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Acrylic painting of a woman's portrait with flowers (studio work) Oil painting of a forest and sunset landscape Painting of a child waving to seagulls on the shore Colorful still life painting of coffee and flowers Acrylic still life painting of fruit

Adult Painting Studio

Bring your own painting to life from scratch with acrylics. An enjoyable, step-by-step painting studio for adults.

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Wood & Decorative Painting

Bring your objects to life with decorative painting, distressing and pattern techniques on wood, ceramic and glass.

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Participants painting ceramics together in Zen Hobi Sanat aprons Workshop group making ceramics together at a long table

Workshop & Event

Enjoyable one-off studio experiences for groups of friends, birthdays and special occasions.

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Colorful handmade pouring art (fluid paint) painting Pouring paint using the pouring art technique in the studio

Pouring Art

The mesmerizing dance of fluid paint… Pour and tilt to bring your own unique abstract painting to life. Unpredictable, enjoyable and relaxing.

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Handmade figured candle workshop

Candle Making Studio

Melt natural soy wax and pour it into a mold, choosing your own color and scent. A fun experience completed in a single session, where children and adults can take part together.

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The Experience

Not just a class — a break

Real time set aside for yourself or your child, away from phones, screens and the daily rush. Discover the therapeutic power of creating together.

Therapeutic making

Shaping clay and playing with paint calms the mind.

Small groups

No crowded classes; your instructor is with you one-on-one at every step.

A warm studio atmosphere

A space where you'll feel right at home.

Firing included

Your ceramic piece is fired in our own kiln and delivered to you.

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Daily moments from the studio

New pieces, open spots and workshop announcements go up on Instagram first. It's the closest place to our studio's everyday life — come get to know us there too.

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Our Promise

What awaits you here?

You'll walk away with a finished piece even from your very first lesson. Most of our students start from scratch — no talent required, just enjoyment.

Start from scratch
No experience needed

Put down your phone and the weight of the day, and flow into a single task… An hour in the studio gives your mind a real break.

A break for yourself
The peace of creating

Clay, paint, brushes, aprons… everything is ready at the studio. Every piece you make goes home with you once it's fired.

Your work stays yours
Materials on us
Corporate & Groups

Create together with your team

We organize custom ceramics and painting workshops for corporate events, team building, birthdays and special celebrations.

Frequently Asked Questions

What you're wondering

Absolutely! Most of our students start from scratch. Our instructors are with you at every step — you'll leave with a finished piece even from your first lesson.

No. Clay, paint, brushes, aprons and all the materials you need are ready at the studio. Just come in comfortable clothes.

Yes. Your ceramic pieces go home with you after firing and glazing, while your paintings and sculpture work go home with you at the end of the lesson.

Our kids' art studio is suitable for ages 4 and up. We offer safe, fun studio hours divided by age group.

We have flexible sessions every day of the week, morning and evening. Since spots are limited, we recommend booking ahead via WhatsApp or phone.

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