http://www.waikatopotters.co.nz/blog/ The latest Blog feeds from www.waikatopotters.co.nz en-us Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:08:39 +1200 Rocketspark http://www.waikatopotters.co.nz/blog/post/167323/pit-firing-pics-heads-on-the-wall-lustre-firing-planned/ It's been a busy little week here in the studio, with the last of our School Holiday workshops wrapping up today, the Matariki Pit Firing last weekend, plus a couple of mid-term short classes - phew!Our beloved Margaret is also out of action this week while she gets an injury treated. She does so much behind the scenes with loading and unloading kilns, so please bear with us while we manage without her dedicated, volunteer help – and give her a wave of support if you see her.Thanks go to the c... Thu, 09 Jul 2026 15:21:00 +1200 http://www.waikatopotters.co.nz/blog/#post167323 http://www.waikatopotters.co.nz/blog/post/167244/manawatia-a-matariki/ Get comfy folks, it's another bumper issue and we've got pit firing, raku, exhibition entries, Term 3 classes and September's Phoenix Wood Firing all on the go here, at the best pottery studio in the world!A couple of important closures to note for your diary:Friday, 10 July, for the Matariki public holidayTuesday 14 July for School Holiday workshopsThursday 16 July, for School Holiday workshopsJust a heads up - while the School Holiday workshops are on, we won't be able to take any pick up... Tue, 07 Jul 2026 14:30:58 +1200 http://www.waikatopotters.co.nz/blog/#post167244 http://www.waikatopotters.co.nz/blog/post/166945/matariki-exhibition-september-wood-firing-and-more/ There's a lot on the go at the studio this week, so grab a cuppa and settle in - here's everything you need to know.A big, warm and heartfelt thank you to this week's PWC and Members' Open Studio volunteers: Teresa Gibbison, Lydia Farrell, Yasmin Davis and Kristen Almond - you legends, we couldn't run these sessions without you! ❤️Read on for info on exhibition entries, class updates, September wood firing, Matariki Pit Firing and social event, and the school holiday workshops...And as alway... Mon, 29 Jun 2026 12:25:40 +1200 http://www.waikatopotters.co.nz/blog/#post166945 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