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Mid Year Update

A quick update on what I’ve been up to and what I’m planning for the rest of 2024! I will be showing the work I made in Japan in 2022 and early 2024 in spring this year, keep you eyes peeled for more info. I’ll be releasing a capsule collection that will be available online this July. Watch this space for more info and lastly, I will be opening my home studio in Lilydale for one on one tuition as of 15th July. Read on for details.

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Crashing into 2022 like.....

So, 2021 certainly feels like a distant dream (or maybe nightmare?) now! Seems like everyone is already full steam ahead into 2022. We’re all trying to hype ourselves up to go back to work even though we’d all rather be relaxing and spending quality time with friends and loved ones for a tiny bit longer.

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Connecting With Others Through Clay

After all of these lockdowns it’s easy to feel isolated and starved of face to face human connection.

I want to be able to provide others with the opportunity to connect with people they wouldn’t normally be able to connect with, have fun while not scrolling their phones and to take a mental health break from life in general even if it’s just for a few hours. For me, offering workshops is all about the connection with others. Of course you’re learning new skills and being creative which I absolutely love, but I get the most enjoyment out of seeing you guys have a blast and take some time for you. I’ve got some fun hand building workshops coming up in September suitable for complete beginners so if you’ve been thinking about taking a class, this is your sign!

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The Home Studio Vol. 1 Where Do I Start?

Let me paint a picture for you. You’ve done a few terms at your local pottery studio and you know your way around the wheel fairly well. OR, you’re a keen hand builder and you’re starting to get serious. You love your weekly class but you’re itching to get more time to practice what you’ve learnt or to just be creative so you decide that you’re going to set up a space at home. Where do you begin? Firstly, congrats! That’s so exciting that you’re ready and keen to take your practice to the next level. I bet you’re thinking “Help?!” It can be a lot to wrap your head around but I’ve got you covered. I’ll take you through studio safety, storage, clay recycling, tools, glazing and much more! But today I’ll give you an overview of the essentials to get you started.

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