Workshops

  • Date - Sunday 17 August

    Time - 2pm to 4pm

    Cost - $70pp

    Description - In this 2 hour workshop you will be making a hand built Soap dish. In my Studio in Waikuku beach.

    • Working with speckled stoneware clay

    • You will be learning hand building techniques.

    • Suitable for ages 16 years and up. Experience with pottery is not required.

    • Clay, tools and firings for a finished work is included.

    • Glazing will be done for you with clear or white glaze.

    • 3-5 weeks after the workshop you can come and collect your beautiful finished pieces.

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  • Date - Sunday 3rd August

    Time - 2pm to 4pm

    Cost - $70 pp

    Description - In this 2 hour workshop you will be making a hand built mug. In my Studio in Waikuku beach.

    • Working with speckled stoneware clay

    • You will be learning hand building techniques.

    • Suitable for ages 16 years and up. Experience with pottery is not required.

    • Clay, tools and firings for a finished work is included.

    • Glazing will be done for you with clear or white glaze.

    • 3-5 weeks after the workshop you can come and collect your beautiful finished pieces.

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  • Date - Sunday 31 August

    Time - 2pm to 4pm

    Cost - $70pp

    Description - In this 2 hour workshop you will be using special ceramic techniques to create a Wall Candle holder. After the workshop, Kathy will glaze and fire them for you. 

    • Working with speckled clay

    • You will be learning role out clay, trim, join and basic decorating.

    • Suitable for ages 16 years and up. Experience with pottery is not required.

    • Clay, tools and firings for a finished work is included.

    • Glazing will be done for you with white or clear glaze.

    • 3-5 weeks after the workshop you can come and collect your beautiful finished pieces.

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  • Date - Sunday 14th September

    Time - 2pm to 4pm

    Cost - $70 pp

    Description - In this 2 hour workshop you will be making a hand built mug. In my Studio in Waikuku beach.

    • Working with speckled stoneware clay

    • You will be learning hand building techniques.

    • Suitable for ages 16 years and up. Experience with pottery is not required.

    • Clay, tools and firings for a finished work is included.

    • Glazing will be done for you with clear or white glaze.

    • 3-5 weeks after the workshop you can come and collect your beautiful finished pieces.

    Book Your Spot

Classes

  • 7pm–9pm | $250 per term

    I teach a 10 Week beginners coarse at Waimakiriri Pottery Groups club rooms. If you would like to know more information about beginner courses please feel free to contact me or the club directly at infowpg.nz

  • 7pm–9pm | $25 per session

    Come along on Monday nights for some relaxed pottery making time in the studio.
    This session is perfect if you’ve done a few hand-building classes and want to keep going at your own pace.

    Bring along a project you’ve started, or begin something new — I’ll be here to help if you need a hand, but mostly it’s a space to keep creating and stay connected.

    $25 per session.
    Clay, glaze, and firing are extra.

    No need to book a full term — just let me know if you’d like to come.


    See you in the studio!

Each workshop runs for 2 hours and is limited between 4 to 6 people. After the creative session, enjoy a refreshing break in the garden.

What to expect:

  • I use speckled stoneware clay.

  • You will be learning hand building techniques.

  • Anyone can join in, experience not required.

  • Clay, tools and firings for a finished work is included.

  • Glazing will be done for you with clear or white glaze.

  • 3-5 weeks after the workshop you can come and collect your beautiful finished pieces.

    My studio is situated in a beautiful setting in Waikuku beach, North Canterbury.


    If you’d like to book in a group of your own, please email me and we can tailor make something special for you.

Book below and I’ll send you the next steps 😊

Soap dish Workshop

$70 pp

Sunday 17th August 2025
2 - 4 pm
Waikuku Beach Studio

Pottery party

$80pp

Have fun playing with clay in the studio and then move to the garden for a picnic and lawn games.

We provide the setting and games, while you bring the parties food & beverages.
Waikuku Beach Studio