Potter in Residence
Wellington Potters Association is calling for proposals for our residency programme
The Wellington Potters’ Association, established in 1958, is a community of potters and ceramicists with a thriving studio in the heart of Wellington, New Zealand.
Our mission is to help, encourage, and advance the interests of potters and the art and craft of pottery within New Zealand.
With 15 electric wheels and 6 electric kilns, our facilities serve over 550 members in the community. Our members are predominantly Wellington based studio and hobby potters. We also have a significant number of members across Aotearoa who keep in touch with our events including our annual anagama firing and Ceramicus exhibition.
We are inviting ceramic artists from across Aotearoa and the world to apply for a residency position. Deadlines cycle, please see the application for the current offerings.
You do not need to be a professional potter (commercial production is not the aim of this residency), but you do need to be able to share your skills with our community.
Applications are on a rolling deadline based on season. Please click below for details and to apply.
What Wellington Potters Association offers:
A welcoming and supportive community.
Exclusive use of our mezzanine potter in residence studio.
Paid teaching opportunities for members only classes.
Open participation in all our events including our annual anagama firing, Ceramicus exhibition and members social events.
Blog and social media features.
Your return to the Wellington Potters community:
Be an active member of Wellington Potters community.
Run two members workshops (paid).
Support WPA events happening during your residency.
Share your residency journey on social media.
You will meet all your own costs including accommodation, firing fees and materials.
If you are interested, please complete our application form.
If you have any questions please contact Kate, Club Secretary, via wellingtonpotters.info@gmail.com