Our Team
Izzy Letty
Studio Director & Teacher
Izzy started Stoneware Studios in 2024 with the ambition to bring a wheel throwing studio to Fulham. She’s passionate about teaching and loves guiding both those new to pottery and experienced potters looking to develop their skills.
Her own ceramics practice has focused on functional tableware and she’s partnered with establishments such as Fortnum & Mason. She’s currently exploring throwing larger and more decorative vessels.
For 2025/6 she’s been selected as one of the Kings’ Foundation 35 under 35, representing pottery. Her work has been featured in publications including World of Interiors and she’s appeared in the BBC1 show Make it at Market.
Izzy currently teaches mid-week Beginner courses, privates and Full Day Throwing Intensives.
Ella Garrard
Studio Manager & Teacher
Born and raised in London, Ella is a keen wheel-thrower and has spent the last three years supporting Izzy in the studio. She’s integral to keeping everything running smoothly we love having her immersed in studio life.
Recently back from an immersive ceramics residency in Denmark, Ella’s passionate about exploring different clay bodies on the wheel and wood firing.
Ella currently teaches the Taster Sessions and private classes on a Tuesday evening.
Jago Poynter
Teacher
Jago Poynter has been a devotee of clay and the craft of ceramics throughout his adult life. Post a BA in Ceramic Art from CSAD, his experiences stretch as far as Jingdezhen China, the home of porcelain and he now works from his studio near Frome, Somerset. He is known particularly for his use of the wheel with his work described by one collector as ‘beautiful and pure, evoking serenity and peace’.
For the past seven years Jago has led pottery classes across London, sharing his passion and becoming part of the journey of many emerging potters.
Jago leads the Thursday afternoon Developer Course and has bookable private sessions on Thursday mornings.
Look out for future masterclass workshops taught by Jago too.
Tash Hart
Teacher
Tash explores the relationship between mindfulness and craft in her work, creating objects that invite touch and quiet interaction. Function is central to her design philosophy, with each piece made to be used and held. Drawing on natural materials like wood ash, Tash brings a sense of wonder to her work, echoing the quiet awe we often feel in nature.
She has spent countless hours at the wheel, honing her craft with patience, curiosity, and a deep respect for the flow state.
As a teacher, Tash encourages students to explore their own rhythms, build practical skills, and embrace the beautiful mess of the process.
Tash currently teaches mid-week evening Beginner and Developer courses and some weekend Full Day Courses.
Look out for her masterclasses this summer.
Adele Williams
Teacher
Adele Williams is a studio potter and teacher with a background in fine art. Drawn to clay by a love for process and materials, shes developed a practice focused on functional ware with an experimental approach. Whether digging clay to make clay bodies and slips, creating ashes for glazing or experimenting with firing techniques. Her work follows a desire to experiment and understand.
Adele has been teaching ceramics since 2015, she is passionate about helping students master essential skills as a foundation for expanding their abilities, creating work that is both beautiful and functional.
Adele currently teaches a Beginner Course on a Friday morning and a Developer Course on a Monday evening. You can also find her teaching our Saturday Full Day Courses when you’re lucky!
Josh Jolliff
Teacher
Josh set up his own studio in Wellington, Somerset, where he has been honing his wheel throwing skills. His work mainly focuses on functional pottery, but he also likes to experiment with different projects that challenge his skills. Since moving to London, Josh has begun his career as a teacher. He is keen to share his immense knowledge and to inspire a love of the making process to others.
Josh currently teaches the Taster Sessions, Full Day Courses and you can book a private session with him on a Wednesday evening.
Yasmin Hamouda
Teacher
Yas teaches our Beginner Course and you can book a private session with her on a Friday afternoon.
Look out for future masterclass workshops taught by Yas too.