Rotorua Potters Group

Fostering Rotorua's Current & Next Generation of Potters

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Valentines Day Pick & Paint
Feb 14
Valentines Day Pick & Paint
Adult Taster Wheel Session
Feb 28
Adult Taster Wheel Session

Try the pottery wheel in this beginner-friendly session with Eva Corsen. A relaxed, hands-on introduction to throwing.

Kids Wheel Play Session (Age 6+)
Feb 28
Kids Wheel Play Session (Age 6+)

A fun wheel experience for kids aged 6+ to spin, shape and create their own clay pieces.

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View fullsize The Rotorua Potters Group will be at Art in the Park 2026 this Sunday, Rotorua’s iconic free, family-friendly arts market! Visit our RPG stall to browse unique handmade creations by our talented members. Enjoy a fantastic day of local art, liv
View fullsize 💖 Valentine’s Day Pick & Paint 💖 Unleash your creativity this Valentine’s Day! Choose 2 unique bisque pieces and transform them with colour, pattern, and personality — no experience needed. We provide all paints, tools, and g
View fullsize Get behind the wheel this February! 🌪️✨ Join experienced potters and RPG club members John & Carmen Hackshaw for a 4-week workshop designed to build your confidence with clay. You’ll learn core techniques, from centring to shaping, and c
View fullsize ✨ A new year in the studio ✨ The Rotorua Potters Group is busy finalising our 2026 workshop programme! From handbuilding and wheel throwing to glazing and beyond, there’s plenty to look forward to. Keep an eye on our website for updates - an
View fullsize 🎄 Christmas Break & After Hours Notice 🎄 Over the Christmas period, our wonderful volunteers and Committee will be taking a well-earned break. During this time, we won’t be able to guarantee kiln firings or regular studio unlocking. Mem
View fullsize What an inspiring weekend! Our Drawing From the Past workshop invited the community to explore mid-century design through clay. Participants chose textiles from @rotorualibrary Te Aka Mauri, and Rotorua Museum – Te Whare Taonga o Te Arawa, th
View fullsize Thank you to everyone who popped by to shop and chat with our members at Christmas in the Garden. Here’s a glimpse of the festivities with Sue 💚❤️
View fullsize ’Tis the season! Join the fun this Saturday, November 29, at the Christmas in the Garden Market and Santa Parade. 🎅✨ Find the Rotorua Potters Group stall and shop one-of-a-kind wares handcrafted by our members. It’s the perfect chance t