Ōtaki Pottery Club
The Ōtaki Pottery Club on the Kapiti Coast, was established in 1989 by a local group of enthusiastic potters and has grown to be one of New Zealand's most progressive pottery clubs. The club's aim is to promote the art of pottery and to enable its members and the wider community to participate and enjoy the craft.
Membership & Classes
For membership details and to explore our classes, please visit the respective sections. Remember, you're welcome to attend our classes even if you're not a member. Join us to start your journey today.
Discover the joy of joining our community by becoming a member.
Discover the joy of joining our community by becoming a member.
Express your interest in one of our upcoming workshops
The following workshops run throughout the year and can be organised based on interest.
BonsaiCome and explore the fundamentals of Bonsai, and create your own miniature tree to take home.
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KintsugiLearn the magical Japanese art of repairing pottery with gold with artist Ema Frost.
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Pit FiringDiscover the ancient art of pit firing and unlock a world of unpredictable beauty and creative possibilities.
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Garden OrbsUnleash your creativity and bring magic to your garden with handcrafted pottery garden orbs.
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Garden GoddessBring a touch of sacredness to your outdoor sanctuary with your very own Garden Goddess.
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LithographyUnleash your artistic vision on clay with the mesmerising art of lithography printing.
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Giant SeashellsCraft colossal seashells in clay and let your imagination ride the waves of your coastal dreams into your garden.
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Mould MakingLearn to skilfully recreate your favourite pieces and bring your artistic vision to life.
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Garden MermaidSculpt a captivating mermaid that adds a touch of magic and enchantment to your outdoor oasis.
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Glazing TechnologyLearn glazing methods and how to formulate a glaze recipe, test it and how to make it your own
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Head StudiesUnderstand proportions, and essential elements needed to skilfully recreate the human form.
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Simplified FiguresLearn how to solve issues when making a human body in clay through a simplified geometrical approach.
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Searching for the perfect gift?
Consider a visit to the Tote Modern Gallery for a distinctive gift crafted by one of our talented members or guest artists. The gallery welcomes visitors every Friday through Sunday from 10 am to 3 pm.
Location
The Ōtaki Pottery Club is located in the "Old Tote Building"
- Ōtaki Racecourse, 47 Te Roto Road, Ōtaki
As the clubrooms are located within the Ōtaki Racing Club's grounds, extreme care should be taken when driving through the grounds. Please observe the 20km speed limit. |
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