Our Story

🌀 Our Story

Hi, I’m Shaahin — the heart and hands behind InnerClay.

I studied ceramic design, but pottery became something far deeper than an art form. After losing my parents as a child, I spent years searching for something steady — something I could touch, shape, and trust. I worked with wood. I tried metal. But it was clay that gave me what I needed most: softness, strength, and the space to heal.

Clay doesn’t resist you. It meets your hands where you are. It holds you while you shape it — like a quiet conversation without words. That sense of grounding, of realness, helped me become a calmer, more centered version of myself. And I wanted others to feel that, too.

That’s why I started InnerClay — to bring the beauty, stillness, and connection of pottery to anyone, anywhere.
No kiln. No pressure. No perfection needed. Just your hands, some clay, and a little space to breathe.

I couldn’t have built this alone. My wife, Ghazaleh, has been beside me every step of the way — supporting, encouraging, and helping me shape this dream into something real. Her insight, patience, and love are woven into every part of InnerClay, even the parts you don’t see.

InnerClay began as a studio, and now it lives in homes across the country. I’ve led workshops with hundreds of people — from corporate teams to birthday circles to solo creators looking for something deeper. No matter who’s at the table, the same shift happens: after 10 or 15 minutes, things quiet down. People smile more. They’re focused. And something beautiful takes shape — inside and out.

This is still a small, hands-on business. I design each class, hand-pack every kit, and ship them with care. I’ve created a custom mini wheel for tiny pottery experiences, chosen clay that’s soft and sensory, and built classes around process, not pressure.

Because InnerClay isn’t just about making things. It’s about feeling more human while you do.

So whether you're here to reconnect with your creativity, bring your team together, or just make something real — welcome. We’re so glad you're here.

Let’s shape something that stays.