Waikato Society of Potters

Waikato Society of Potters The Waikato Society of Potters is a welcoming, friendly place for people interested in working with clay to come together and help each other learn.

Pottery studio offering classes for both adults and children.

04/09/2026

Tonight's the night! 🎉 Shared Earth — WSP's 54th Annual Members' Exhibition — opens at ArtsPost. Doors open 5:30pm for the Opening Preview and Awards Evening 🥂🍾, with over 200 works from our incredible community of makers on display right through to 26 September. ✨

Come celebrate with us — see you there! 🎊

Members - good news! We've extended the entry deadline for this year's Annual Members' Exhibition, Shared Earth.Entries ...
14/08/2026

Members - 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 of works to WSP studios: 24–28 August
- Opening Preview & Awards Ceremony: Friday 4 September, 5.30pm at ArtsPost Gallery

Entry forms and full details on our website.

Questions? [email protected]

WSP Members - Last chance to enter Shared Earth 2026!Entries for WSP's Annual Members' Exhibition close this Thursday, 1...
11/08/2026

WSP Members - Last chance to enter Shared Earth 2026!

Entries for WSP's Annual Members' Exhibition close this Thursday, 14 August at 11.59pm — don't miss your chance to show your work at ArtsPost Gallery this September!

Open to all financial members, any style, any skill level. Mugs, wall pieces, sculpture, functional ware — if you're proud of it, enter it. With judge Aaron Scythe and awards including the $1,000 Premier Award, this is one you don't want to sit out.

📋 Download your entry form and full details here: https://www.waikatopotters.co.nz/exhibition-2026/

Get those forms in — see you at the opening on 4 September! 🎉

29/07/2026

Nau mai, haere mai — total beginners welcome!
Ever wanted to sit down at the wheel and actually make something? This is your chance.Sundays, 10am–1pm | 4 weeks, starting 23 August 2026

Tutored by the wonderful Sarah Steed, this taster course takes you from "what do I do with my hands" to centring, throwing, and trimming your own pieces on the wheel — plus you'll learn how to glaze them ready for the kiln. It's hands-on, it's a little bit messy, and it's honestly one of the most satisfying skills you'll ever pick up.

By the end of four weeks you'll have the confidence (and clay-covered enthusiasm) to either dive into one of our longer wheel courses next term, or bring your new skills along to Play with Clay for some self-directed throwing time.

Cost of clay and firing is additional to the course fee.

Spaces are limited — get in quick to secure your spot on the wheel!

Enrol here or via the linktree in our bio:
https://www.eventspronto.co.nz/sun_wheel_t3b_2026

29/07/2026

Friday nights, 6pm - 9pm for 4 weeks, starting 21st August

Ready to get your hands into clay?

This welcoming 4-week course is perfect for complete beginners or anyone keen to reconnect with creativity. Guided by experienced tutor David Kenny, you’ll explore both hand-building and wheel-throwing techniques in a relaxed, supportive studio environment.

Over the course, you’ll learn the essentials of shaping, forming, and finishing your pieces — and finish with an exciting raku firing experience to bring your creations to life in a truly memorable way.

No prior experience needed — just curiosity and a willingness to have a go.

Perfect for:

First-timers
Anyone who hasn’t touched clay since school
Those wanting a fun, hands-on creative outlet
Please note: Materials and firing costs are additional.

Come along, meet like-minded people, and discover the joy of making something from scratch.

Enrol here, or via the linktree in our bio.
https://www.eventspronto.co.nz/fri_pm_intro_3b_2026

16/07/2026

Have you ever wanted to throw your own pot on the wheel? Right here is where your journey starts with tutor, Sarah Steed. Tuesday, 9.30am - 12.30pm, starting 21st July and running for 8 weeks. Find more info in the linktree in our bio, or via this link: https://www.eventspronto.co.nz/tuesday_am_wheel_t3_2026

07/07/2026

An introduction to making hand-built pottery, wheel-thrown pottery, glazing and firing in our raku kiln.

Join our experienced pottery tutor for a 4-week course in the basics of making pottery. A great foundation in a variety of construction techniques, with an exciting firing event at the end!

Ideal for those who haven't touched clay since school and want to try out techniques.

Enrol using this link, or via the linktree in our bio.
https://www.eventspronto.co.nz/fri_pm_intro_3a_2026

Hi Everyone - slight technical glitch on the online calendar today. We have a private booking from 12.30pm - 2.30pm that...
22/06/2026

Hi Everyone - slight technical glitch on the online calendar today. We have a private booking from 12.30pm - 2.30pm that wasn't showing online, so the studio will be closed for that period. Sorry for not picking this up sooner.

18/06/2026

This two-day Matariki workshop with Dave Austin and Sema Morris explores the creative relationship between clay and flax. Total beginners welcome, as are more experienced clay workers. Enrol via the linktree in our bio or at https://www.eventspronto.co.nz/whenuaflax-jun26

Address

2 Seddon Road
Hamilton

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 4pm
Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

078381950

Website

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