http://www.waikatopotters.co.nz/blog/ The latest Blog feeds from www.waikatopotters.co.nz en-us Mon, 29 Jun 2026 11:12:36 +1200 Rocketspark http://www.waikatopotters.co.nz/blog/post/166617/diploma-assessment-exhibition-matariki-school-hols-and-more/ The team who fired the Phoenix wood kiln last weekend will be opening it up to see the fruits of their labour this Saturday. There's always a bit of magic in finally seeing what's come out after a firing, so if you're at the studio this weekend, pop over and have a look – it's always worth it!The glorious volunteers running your PWC & MOS sessions this week are: Margaret Raine, Patsy Hall, Yasmin Davis, Kristen Almond, Teresa Gibbison and Lydia Farrell - show them the looooove ❤️For al... Tue, 23 Jun 2026 09:38:38 +1200 http://www.waikatopotters.co.nz/blog/#post166617 http://www.waikatopotters.co.nz/blog/post/166349/broken-stuff-new-stuff-class-stuff/ A few exciting opportunities are coming up, and now's the time to get your name on the list. Enrolments for our Surface Decoration class, Making & Firing for Raku class, and the Whenua & Harakeke Workshop are closing soon, so if you've been meaning to sign up, don't leave it too long. You'll find all the details below.A huge thank you to everyone who jumped on the Aaron Scythe Workshop bookings — all places were snapped up in just two hours! If you missed out, it's still worth joining ... Thu, 18 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.waikatopotters.co.nz/blog/#post166349 http://www.waikatopotters.co.nz/blog/post/166249/enrolments-for-the-aaron-scythe-workshop-go-live-at-6pm-tonight/ It’s been a crisp start out there this week — those frosty mornings are definitely here, but the heaters are on and the studio’s warm and ready.A quick heads-up that enrolments for the Aaron Scythe workshop open this evening, with more details in the article below — it’s a great opportunity and likely to fill quickly.And a slightly less glamorous note from us: apologies for the smell out the back. We’re dealing with what appears to be a very elusive dead rat and are onto it as best w... Thu, 11 Jun 2026 12:05:24 +1200 http://www.waikatopotters.co.nz/blog/#post166249 http://www.waikatopotters.co.nz/blog/post/165566/meet-your-committee-and-find-out-all-about-this-years-exhibition/ This week, we're excited to announce the award categories for your 2026 Members' Exhibition, and to introduce you to your Committee Members for the current financial year. And, we've got some reminders about all the latest learning experiences we have on offer for you.The wonderful volunteers running your Play with Clay and Members' Open Studio sessions this week are: Tim Edwards, Margaret Raine, Sue McConnochie, Kristen Almond, Yasmin Davis, Shelley Martin and Leisa Templer - show them aaalllll... Thu, 04 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.waikatopotters.co.nz/blog/#post165566 http://www.waikatopotters.co.nz/blog/post/165136/so-many-workshops-classes-and-firings-for-you/ It’s feeling lively (and cosy with the heaters going!) in the studio at the moment — we've got yet more workshops lined up, and there are some truly special opportunities just around the corner. Whether you’re ready to stretch your skills or just keen to try something new, there’s plenty to jump into - come and play! 😉A big thank you to our wonderful volunteers — Margaret Raine, Yasmin Davis, Kristen Almond, Wilhelmiina Drummond, Teresa Gibbison and Trudie & John MacIntosh— wh... Thu, 28 May 2026 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.waikatopotters.co.nz/blog/#post165136 http://www.waikatopotters.co.nz/blog/post/165056/theres-so-much-potty-goodness-happening--read-all-about-it/ What beautiful, crisp weather we're having! I hope you've all managed to get outside a bit and feel the sunshine on your skin 🌞This week we've got soooo many opportunities to get your hands in clay and even several for you to get smoke in your hair! Check out all the offerings below, plus some exciting news about a new cubby-storage system we're going to be trialing. And don't forget the Rotoorangi Pottery Extravaganza is on this Saturday and Sunday - eeeeeeeeee 🐬🐬🐬As always, remembe... Wed, 20 May 2026 17:02:15 +1200 http://www.waikatopotters.co.nz/blog/#post165056 http://www.waikatopotters.co.nz/blog/post/164473/new-classes-and-workshops-june-wood-firing-and-the-rotoorangi-pottery-extravaganza/ There’s a real buzz in the studios at the moment, and we’ve got a great mix of workshops, classes, and events lined up that we’re excited to share with you.We’re so lucky to be part of such a vibrant, creative community—it really is what makes this place what it is. Have a scroll through what’s coming up and see what might spark your interest—we’d love to have you involved :) Remember, we're not putting the studio schedule into the newsletter anymore, so please do check... Tue, 12 May 2026 12:09:58 +1200 http://www.waikatopotters.co.nz/blog/#post164473 http://www.waikatopotters.co.nz/blog/post/164134/rick-rudd-wrap-up-agm-save-the-dates-and-plenty-happening-here-and-everywhere/ Apologies for the absence of a newsletter last week — it was one of those weeks, busy in all the best ways!A huge highlight was a wonderful weekend with Rick Rudd, read more below about what a generous and inspiring experience that was.A reminder that our AGM is this coming Tuesday (details below), and that all work made during the School Holiday Workshops is now ready for collection.As always, there’s plenty happening, so read on!... Thu, 07 May 2026 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.waikatopotters.co.nz/blog/#post164134 http://www.waikatopotters.co.nz/blog/post/163681/announcing-the-judge-of-our-2026-members-exhibition/ We hope you’ve all stayed cosy through this sudden temperature drop! We've had the heaters going here for the first time this last couple of weeks, and the studio has been buzzing with activity.This coming week we're ramping up even further with our regular classes starting again. This does mean that there will be a few less Members’ Open Studio sessions though, so be sure to check the online calendar before you head in.In this week's news we are thrilled to announce our judge for this ... Thu, 23 Apr 2026 12:20:32 +1200 http://www.waikatopotters.co.nz/blog/#post163681 http://www.waikatopotters.co.nz/blog/post/163505/the-studio-will-be-closed-this-weekend/ Our School Holiday Workshops wrapped up this week, and we’d like to say a huge thank you to our wonderful tutors who put so much care, time, and energy into making the programme such a success. With workshops now finished, we’ll be processing all of the work through the kilns over the coming weeks - it's so much fun seeing the kid's imaginations come to life through clay :) Please note the studio will be closed this Saturday and Sunday for the Fiona Tunnicliffe workshop. During this tim... Thu, 16 Apr 2026 14:46:43 +1200 http://www.waikatopotters.co.nz/blog/#post163505