$95 all inclusive

This workshop is suitable for all levels – no previous experience with clay necessary.

Participants will learn how to roll out slabs and coils to create vessels using press and/or draping techniques.

Each participant will be given enough clay to create 2 pieces, once the pieces have dried they will be bisque fired then glazed and re-fired ready for use.

Traditional techniques used include coil, slab and pinch techniques.

This will be a most enjoyable workshop and will set you up for you to produce your own creations at home.
TEACHER:  VICTORIA PITEL: https://www.victoriapitel.com/

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RECEIVED FROM VENCO ON 22/8 WITH FOLLOW UP ON 25/8:

Further to our last email, we are very sorry to have to inform you that we are in the position of having to issue another product recall, this time pertaining to the Direct Drive, and also possibly the No.7 electronic wheel.This is as a result of investigations following an incident that occurred recently which may cause an electric shock where a wire is loose or broken within the foot pedal.

Following advice, we would recommend that you instruct all customers in the manner you best see fit, with the knowledge that we are looking at a time period of 15-20 years.

We advise that they do not use the machines until they are inspected.

We advise that with power off, the pedal is visually inspected, and check that the nut is tight, all three wires attached to the potentiometer, and wires not twisted. Also, that they inspect the plastic casing and ensure no cracks or breakage,and that the seal in intact with no signs of moisture present inside the pedal. We suggest that you advise all customers that they are responsible for the care of their pedals, and that they are regularly tagged and tested if required for their purpose, and that RCD’s are present in all buildings.

We are devising a solution quickly but this may take 4-6 weeks. As we are again going through the correct processes we will require documentation of customers to whom a kit will be posted to. 

In the interim, we have halted sales.

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Further to our last email regarding the recall, could you all please ensure that it is specified in the notice to customers that Mains Power is switched off, and cord unplugged, BEFORE inspecting the pedal.

Individual organisations will have their own individual policies and procedures to follow regarding electrical safety.

Further Email from Venco dated 27 August 2019

RECALL- Direct Drive and No.7 pottery wheels.

A fault has been identified in the above wheels, whereby an electric shock can be sustained through the foot pedal. This can occur if the wiring INSIDE the pedal becomes detached from the potentiometer or corroded as a result of moisture ingress AND then touches on the metal rod at the top of the pedal.

The most common cause of disruption to the internal wiring is through damage, usually sustained through pedals being dropped/misused. This can cause detachment of wires, break the plastic casing and seal, allowing moisture ingress and corrosion. Wires can also twist and potentially break if the nut at the back of the pedal becomes loose.

We advise a visual inspection of the pedal AFTER turning mains power off, and unplugging machine from wall/power board.

WAIT FOR RED “STAND BY” light to go off. THIS COULD TAKE UP TO 15 SECONDS.

1. Inspect the outer casing, ensuring there are no cracks, and that there are no signs of moisture inside the pedal.

2. Inspect the wires and ensure they are not detached from the potentiometer (small grey or blue plastic device), broken or twisted in any way.

3. Ensure nut at back of pedal is tightly fastened. If satisfied with the above, ongoing use is at the owners, discretion. General care of the equipment is important, and if a commercial operation or educational institution, wheels should be regularly tagged and tested.

RCD’s also need to be present in all buildings.

We are devising a remedy and will notify when it is available Apologies to all our loyal customers

$30 each

Proceeds from the sale of this calendar will be donated to the Australian Marine Conservation Society in support of their vital Fight for Our 

Reef campaign.

Please email us at nrpotterysupplies@gmail.com to order. We are happy to post anywhere!

This is a fundraising initiative by us here at Northern Rivers Pottery Supplies. 

We’d like to thank all the wonderful local potters involved:

Lauren Campbell

Gyan Daniel Wall

Brooke Clunie

Zani McEnnally

Richard Jones

Greg Furney

Emily Rose Flowers

Natalia Torres Negreira

Nevena Zakhariev

Suvira McDonald

Emma Walke

and all who supported the project:

Rebecca Rushbrook Photography

Kylie Bridges Art | Graphic Design

Villa Rustica Brooklet

Bruce Mann Hair

Elvis Schmoulianoff makeup

Samantha Erichsen makeup

The French Bench

We have to take a small break for the month of March as Brooke is heading off on an adventure and Madeleine is having carpal tunnel surgery. We are however taking bookings for the following courses:

B2: 1/4 to 22/4 – THIS COURSE IS NOW FULLY BOOKED

B3: 29/4 to 20/5 – THIS COURSE IS NOW FULLY BOOKED

B4: 27/5 to 17/6

$220 (including clay and bisque firing of your favourite 6 pieces) – $50 non-refundable deposit required at time of booking

*Please note this course includes BISQUE firing only.

There will be optional glazing/decorating sessions planned throughout the year run as a separate workshop @ $60 per head including glaze firing, tuition about glazing and a large selection of glazes and underglazes for your favourite 6 pieces (specialty products ie. tissue transfers will incur an extra charge).

If you have more than 6 pieces these will be decorated and fired at your own cost or at $10 per piece during glaze session.

This workshop is limited to 9 people maximum so please book early to avoid disappointment.

♥Please email us at nrpotterysupplies@gmail.com to book in

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1 DAY WORKSHOP – 10am to 3pm – Sunday, 29 March

$140 (inclusive of clay, glazing and firing, coffee/tea and yummy snacks throughout the day).

$50 non-refundable deposit required at time of booking.

This workshop is for those who have never touched clay through to anybody wanting to update their hand building skills. Throughout this enjoyable and informative day you will discover basic hand building techniques and learn how to make a coil pot and a pinch pot. Penny will explain the different tools used and how to use them as well as a bit about the use of different clays, also the possibility of trying your hand at decorating your creations using sgraffito. This workshop will equip you to forge ahead and find your own creative niche.

Teacher:  PENNY EVANS – https://pennyevansart.com/
Penny has a BFA from Sydney College of the Arts with a Ceramics Major. Penny has had numerous exhibitions, both group and solo and has extensive experience as a TAFE teacher.

Guaranteed to be a fun and very informative day.

♥Please email us at nrpotterysupplies@gmail.com to book in

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Brooke Clunie: http://www.brookeclunie.com/:

The Red Door Studio and Gallery at Fernleigh in the Byron Bay Hinterland is the home of Brooke Clunie and her distinctive range of wheel thrown ceramics.

Brooke creates original custom made and personalised pottery tableware ideal for unique gifts celebrating occasions such as weddings, births, birthdays and christenings.

Brooke also specialises in corporate orders for businesses wishing to create lasting relationships with their clients.

Thrown on the potters wheel and individually decorated with her loose and playful imagery, Brooke’s ceramics celebrate colour, vitality and imagination.

Penny Evans: https://pennyevansart.com/

Penny graduated in 1990 with a Bachelor of Visual Arts – Ceramics Major from the Sydney College of the Arts.

Penny produces evolving series of ceramic artworks which are thrown, pinched, coiled and slab built, using raku, terracotta, white and dark earthenware clay bodies.  After creating the forms each piece is decorated using slips, underglazes & glazes combined with sgraffito & carving.

The technique of sgrafitto is a strong feature of the ware and links to Kamilaroi traditions of carving into trees, weapons, utensils as well as ground carving for ceremonial purposes, communications & storytelling. The artwork on Penny’s ceramics reference her Kamilaroi/Gomeroi cultural heritage & also ‘retro’ style ‘Aboriginalia’ souvenir ceramics from the 1950’s & 60’s in Australia, combined with my own evolving graphic style.

Penny has had numerous exhibitions since the 1990s and is the recipient of many Awards and residencies all of which are listed on her website. Penny has taught ceramics at Lismore TAFE and has a highly successful online shop.

Gyan Daniel Wall

Gyan is a skilled and passionate clay worker, wood-firer and kiln builder with over 20 years of experience devoted to the craft.

For Gyan this process is a form of alchemy, a co-creation with the natural elements in order to produce objects of function and beauty.

He approaches it as an “intuitive science”, engaging in this process whole-heartedly with an attitude of playfulness, acute observation, deep contemplation and an air of non-attachment. He delights in making simple and beautiful functional wares that feel good to use.

His sculptural forms are of spiritual significance and speak of universal creation.

Gyan is exceptionally skilled in a variety of wheel forming and hand building techniques and can assist all levels of practitioner from beginner through to advanced through this creative process; from conception through to completion.