Top L-R: Catherine Wolicki-Hunt, Kat W, Brett Henry.
Bottom: Unmarked, Maggie-May Studio, Unmarked.
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Kia ora koutou
We've been loving seeing your Shared Earth entry forms roll in this week — thank you to everyone who's got theirs in already! We know there's always a few stragglers though, so we've extended the entry deadline a little — see below for the new date.
A big thank you to this week's PWC and MOS fairies: Teresa Gibbison, Wilhelmiina Drummond, Margaret Raine, Patsy Hall, Yasmin Davis and Kristen Almond — please join us in thanking them for volunteering and making the studio available for you to use! xx
Just a heads up — we'll be closed all day Saturday 22 August for the Glazing for Wood Firing workshop, so no clay sales, pick-ups or drop-offs that day, sorry! As always, check the online studio calendar before you head in.
Read on for all the latest news...
Entry Deadline Extended — Shared Earth 2026
Good news — we've extended the entry deadline for this year's Annual Members' Exhibition, Shared Earth.
Entries now close Tuesday 18 August, 11.59pm (moved from 14 August).
If you've been meaning to enter but haven't got your form in yet, this is your chance. All financial members are welcome — whatever stage you're at in your clay journey.
Entries close: Tuesday 18 August, 11.59pm
Delivery to WSP studios: 24–28 August
Opening Preview & Awards Ceremony: Friday 4 September, 5.30pm at ArtsPost Gallery
Entry forms and full details here.
Questions? manager@waikatopotters.co.nz
Term 3B Classes – starting soon
Fancy a fresh burst of creativity this term? Our Term 3B four-week courses kick off soon — perfect if you can't commit to a full 8-week term, or just want to dip your toes in the clay for a shorter stretch.
Friday Introduction to Pottery
Starts Friday 21 August | 6pm–9pm | 4 weeks
A welcoming beginner-friendly introduction to hand-building and wheel-throwing with tutor David Kenny, finishing with a raku firing. No experience needed!
Find more info and enrol here.
Sunday Wheel Throwing Taster
Starts Sunday 23 August | 10am–1pm | 4 weeks
Learn to centre, throw and glaze on the wheel with Sarah Steed. A great taste of wheel throwing before committing to a longer course. Spaces limited!
Find more info and enrol here.
Glazing for Wood Firing
Saturday 22 August | 10am–4pm
With Suzy Dunser
This workshop explores glazing approaches tailored specifically for wood and soda firing — how slips and glazes interact with flame, ash and atmosphere to create unique surfaces. You'll review the slips and glazes available at WSP, when and why to use them, and when to leave clay bare to let natural effects develop, plus practical layering techniques for depth and variation.
Ideal for anyone preparing work for a wood firing. Bring bisque ware ready for glazing, and a shared kai for lunch.
A Small Update on Clay Prices
We're sorry to be the bearers of not-so-fun news, but with rising freight charges, we've had to make a small increase to some of our clay prices. We know cost increases are never welcome, and we've kept this as modest as we possibly can — but wanted to be upfront with you all.
Please check the updated price lists in-studio or online before your next clay purchase, so there are no surprises at the till.
Thanks so much for your understanding, as always 🫶
Exhibition Opportunity — Morrinsville Gallery
Morrinsville Gallery has an opening in their Awatea Gallery this October — a light-filled space with street frontage on Thames Street, and the first gallery visitors see when they walk in. A perfect place for potters to exhibit!
Dates: 5–25 October
Cost: $115 per week, with room to discuss commission and pricing
This is an external opportunity, separate from WSP — if you're interested, get in touch with Dawn Adams at Morrinsville Gallery directly to find out more.
Top L-R: Bhakti Patel, Unmarked, Unmarked.
Bottom L-R: Caroline Hamilton, Brya Rose, Unmarked.
