Our story

The people behind the paint.

Wonder Pallet was built on a simple belief: making things with your hands changes how you feel. We're here to make that experience accessible to everyone in Nairobi.

The Wonder Pallet studio space

Wonder Pallet was founded on a simple belief: Nairobi needed an open, welcoming studio where anyone can make extraordinary things with their hands.

Today, John and Brian lead hands-on activities across five crafts: painting, pottery, tie & dye, crochet, and beading. No grades, no judgment, and zero pressure to be perfect — just quality materials, patient guidance, and creative freedom.

Whether you walk in for an afternoon or book a group workshop, you'll leave with something real that you made yourself.

What drives us

We believe in craft, joy, and community.

1

Craft over competition

No grades, no winners, no right answers. Only the pure joy of making something with your hands.

2

Joy over perfection

The wobbly pot and accidental colour mix often make the best art. We celebrate happy accidents.

3

Community over isolation

Creating alongside others is energizing. A room full of focused, creative people is magic.

John and Brian

Artists who love to teach.

John — painting and pottery instructor

John

Painting & Pottery

John is passionate about hands-on art and has been guiding students in Nairobi for years. He believes everyone has an inner artist — his goal is to make creating feel natural, playful, and fun.

Brian — tie & dye, crochet & beading instructor

Brian

Tie & Dye, Crochet & Beading

Brian specializes in textile crafts and detailed design work. Known for his patience with beginners, he loves helping students turn raw materials into pieces they are proud to take home.

Our studio

A proper space to make things.

Our primary studio at Cotton Tree Resort in Lower Kabete features pottery wheels, wide workbenches, natural light, and room to spread out. We welcome walk-ins, take pre-bookings, and travel to remote locations across Nairobi.

All materials are provided, prepped, and cleaned up for you. Just show up and create.

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Wide shot of the Wonder Pallet studio

Come make something with us.

Activities for kids and adults, running throughout the week. All materials included. No experience needed.

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