Winter Blues is a three-week exhibition that explores the mood, texture, and quiet beauty of the colder months through the medium of clay.

This exhibition brings together works by potters from across the Bay of Plenty and Waikato. From moody glazes and soft, muted tones to comforting, functional forms, each piece reflects a personal interpretation of winter, whether it’s the stillness of a misty morning, the chilling cold temperatures, or feelings about the darkness of winter.

Opening: Saturday, 2 May 2026, with an opening event at 11 am (all welcome)
Exhibition Dates: 2–23 May 2026

The exhibition will be held at The Arts Village, home of the Rotorua Potters Group.

Call for Entries

Our annual Co-Lab Exhibition brings together potters from across the Bay of Plenty and Waikato to share their work.

Entries are open until 5pm, Sunday 26 April. Each potter may submit up to five entries, which can include individual pieces or sets.

Works do not need to be for sale; please indicate NFS if you’d prefer to retain your piece.