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Exploring Circular Ceramics in Bali
Louise Webster, a Christchurch-based design practitioner, lecturer, and ceramic artist, has been awarded a Prime Minister’s Scholarship to study Circular Ceramics at the renowned Kevala Ceramics studio in Bali. With a strong background in innovation and sustainable design, Louise is passionate about exploring new ways to create ceramics using industrial waste, reducing environmental impact while maintaining high-quality craftsmanship. During her 10-week residency, Louise will be mentored by Sara…
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Remembering Frederika Ernsten
One of Ceramics New Zealand’s Honorary Lifetime Members Frederika Ernsten passed away in September 2024. Born November 12, 1936; died September 14, 2024 Thanks to The Press for a comprehensive obituary of Frederika which you can read on their website. They describe her as ‘the mother of Canterbury pottery’. Ceramics New Zealand member Jane McCulla…
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2024 AGM
Register today and attend online via Teams. Please join our 2024 AGM where we will report on our 2023 activities and finances on 17 November 2024 at 6pm. The AGM is also a time when we elect Council members, set membership fees for the following year, and nominate people for lifetime membership. We want to…
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Eli Gray-Smith, 1927 – 2024
Eli Gray-Smith Ceramic Artist By David Josland Ian James Gray-Smith (later known as Eli Gray-Smith) was born on 24 May 1927 in Mechanics Bay in Dunedin. He was the son of William Patterson Smith, the manager of Furs, Dressers and Dyers Limited, and Isabella Donald Smith. Gray-Smith attended King Edward Technical College where he studied…
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Queenstown visit by touring potters
Wakatipu Potters’ Group Reporting by Martha Matthews What a full and exciting day we had down South with the arrival of Touring Potters, Kwak Kyungtae and Marco Minetti of Korea August 13th, 2024. Thanks to Ceramics NZ for including us on their busy itinerary. We were pleased to see a number of out of town…
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5 Day Onggi Master Class with Kwak Kyung Tae & Marco Minetti
By Holly Morgan Nestled amongst the rolling hills and lush trees in the Coromandel, a group of eager clay workers from around the country gathered at the iconic establishment Driving Creek Railway (DCR). Connected by a material, excitement built as we were about to embark on a five day Onggi Masterclass by Korean Master Kwak…
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“Is it food safe?”
By Locke Jean-Luc Unhold This is one of the most common questions I see asked about glaze recipes. Unfortunately, like many things in ceramics, the answer is usually, “It depends.” It depends on how thick or thin you apply it. It depends on your firing temperature. It depends if you have to substitute materials. It…
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Strategic Plan 2023-2027 published
Executive summary The Ceramics Association of New Zealand Incorporated (CANZ or Ceramics NZ) is the national association for practitioners who work with clay in Aotearoa New Zealand. This strategic plan is the result of extensive work carried out by the 2022/2023 Executive Council. This strategic plan is underpinned by the reconfirmed mission and values of…
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George Kojis: A Retrospective Journey Overdue
Ceramic Artist George Kojis arrived in New Zealand from the United States over 50 years ago. Today his work is held in academic institutions, museums, including Te Papa Tongarewa Museum, embassies, private collections and art galleries across New Zealand and overseas. Those who haven’t already secured work should be scrambling for a piece from this…
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Meagan Blake – Ceramics New Zealand Honorary Lifetime Membership
The 2022/2023 Executive Council are pleased to award honorary life membership in CANZ be awarded to Meagan Blake. As administrator and executive director Meagan worked tirelessly to further the organisation, often above and beyond the scope of her role. Her work over nearly 10 years helped raise the profile of CANZ, connect our community…
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In memoriam: Bruce Martin
Ceramics NZ Life Member, Bruce Martin, passed away on the 21st of June 2023, at the grand age of 97. Unable to find vessels suitable for his wife, Estelle’s, ikebana arrangements in 1960’s Hastings, Bruce suggested they make their own. So began a 40 year partnership in pottery making. From humble beginnings in the backyard…
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Ceramics NZ Review – Have your say!
Kia ora koutou, Ceramics NZ (CANZ / Ceramics Association of NZ / NZ Society of Potters) is undertaking a review to set its strategic direction and programme of activity for the coming five years. As part of this review we are running a survey to make sure we capture the ideas and needs of our members…
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Ceramics NZ is taking stock
It has been five years since we last did a full review of our programme and a lot has shifted in ceramics in Aotearoa in that time. Membership at clubs has skyrocketed, class enrolments are full almost before they open, great initiatives have sprung up to support the sharing of information between potters (eg NZ…
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Remembering Dorothy Ewart – New Zealand Potter
Dorothy Ewart and her work. Image courtesy of Stuff Limited. Dorothy Ewart, who passed away on 8 January 2022 in Auckland at the age of 96, occupied a unique but relatively unknown place in our pottery history. Her work features quintessential New Zealand designs and patterns while demonstrating a steadfast commitment to a singular vision. …
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