The Kilns at Te Horo has just completed its first year having opened in Dec 2023. This unique location featuring Mirek Smisek restored bee-hive kilns has a Heritage NZ listing. Currently, the fourth artist in residence Thomas Baker of Nelson is working in the Blumhardt Studio until the end March 2025. The next three residences through to April 2026 have been appointed (and are soon to be announced). Several successful exhibitions and events have taken place over the past year including family Play with Clay Day, the Kapiti Arts Trail, and multiple firings of the salt/soda kiln, known as The Hautere Kiln.  It has welcomed many visitors and the energy and life of days past is returning to Mirek Smisek’s Pottery in Te Horo.  The Kilns at Te Horo is operated by a charitable Trust, The Mirek Smisek Arts Trust.  Its vision is To Inspire, Educate and Celebrate. Open Thursday – Sunday 10am – 4pm. Jim Winiata Way (off Old State Highway 1, Te Horo). Guided tours for groups also available. Contact thekilnsattehoro@gmail.com

Otaki Pottery Club [OPC] Festival of Pots and Garden Art 2025 hosted by Otaki Pottery Club took place January 2025. with exhibitions, ceramic sales, artist talks, and live demonstrations. 2025 Guest artists were Royce McGlashen (Nelson), Brent Keno, (Ōtaki), and Lisa Grennell (Nelson). You can see more at For upcoming workshops and classes at OPC visit https://www.otakipotteryclub.org/

Whanganui

A Gallery, Glasgow Street, Whanganui  https://www.agallery.nz/

February in the gallery includes Ceramicists: Aaron Scythe, Blue Black, and Richard Parker.

McLeod Pottery Ceramist Fiona McLeod has a range of ceramic workshops starting in February including hand building, and young teens.  Visit www.mcleodpottery.co.nz for more detail.