Thank you to everyone who joined us for a wonderful opening night celebrating the work of Liz Crowe, Lee Nelms and Jacqui Keogh.
A beautiful glimpse from the preview night of Bling Bling, with opening remarks by esteemed ceramicist and teacher Ian Jones.
Bling Bling is now showing at Canberra Potters Gallery until 14 June 2026.
Gallery Hours
Tuesday–Friday, 10am–4pm
Saturday–Sunday, 10am–2pm
Closed Monday
Image : Anne Stroud
Artist in Focus - Katrina Leske
Katrina Leske’s ceramics invite us to slow down and reconsider the objects we use every day.
An artist, educator and maker, Katrina works across exhibition pieces, functional ware and teaching — sharing her passion for clay through thoughtful, hands-on learning.
You can learn with Katrina at Canberra Potters in Clay Foundations: Surface Decoration & Expression and Glaze Fundamentals for Potters.
Image : Artist own
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BLING BLING
Join us for the opening preview of Bling Bling, a new exhibition featuring Canberra region ceramic artists Liz Crowe, Lee Nelms and Jacqui Keogh.
Opening Preview Thursday 14 May, 6.30pm-8pm
Join us for the exhibition preview All welcome!
Canberra Potters Gallery
Watson Arts Centre
1 Aspinall Street Watson 2602
Link in the Bio for more information
Image: Anne Stroud
Term 3 classes are coming soon!
Bookings for Term 3 classes will be released across two dates:
Kids Classes + Introductory Classes Wednesday 27 May
Foundations + Continuing Classes Thursday 28 May
Whether you’re just beginning your clay journey or ready to continue developing your skills, keep an eye on our website and be ready to book.
Save the Dates as places fill quickly!
Ever wanted to learn how to throw on the wheel?
Join us for Introduction to Wheel Throwing Intensive, a hands-on short course designed for those ready to begin their pottery journey.
Across four sessions, you’ll learn the foundations of throwing on the wheel, from wedging and centring clay to shaping, trimming and glazing your own pieces.
Supportive, practical and perfect for beginners, this course is a beautiful introduction to the joy of working with clay.
Dates: 30 June, 1 July, 2 July & 16 July
Duration: 12 hours over 4 nights
All materials included
Book your place via the link in bio.
2026 Annual General Meeting
Canberra Potters members are warmly invited to join us for our 2026 AGM on Thursday 14 May, 5.30pm–6.30pm in the Glaze Room.
Hear about our 2025 achievements, review key reports, discuss the 2026–2032 Strategic Plan, and vote on Board nominations.
Your attendance matters — we need at least 35 members present. Your attendance helps support the ongoing governance and future direction of Canberra Potters.
AGM documents are available via the Governance page on our website.
Stay on afterwards for drinks and appetisers at the opening of Bling Bling from 6.30pm.
Thursday 14 May
5.30pm–6.30pm
Canberra Potters, Glaze Room
Link in the Bio for further information.
Do you want to show and sell your ceramics at Fired Up 2026?
Applications are now open for the Fired Up Ceramic Market, part of Canberra Potters’ annual winter festival celebrating ceramics, creativity and community.
Join us on Saturday 15 August, 3pm–8pm, as our gallery transforms into a bustling market hall filled with local ceramic work, demonstrations, music, food and festival energy.
Open to current Canberra Potters Members.
Applications close 5pm Wednesday 20 May.
For more information and to apply, click the link in bio.
#Firedup2026
Opening next week at Canberra Potters Gallery.
Bling Bling brings together the work of Canberra region ceramic artists Lee Nelms, Liz Crowe and Jacqui Keogh in a contemporary exploration of decoration and the vessel.
Exhibition Dates: 15 May – 14 June
Opening Preview: Thursday 14 May, 6.30–8pm
Location: Canberra Potters Gallery, Watson Arts Centre
Entry: Free — all welcome
Link in the bio for more information
Image: Anne Stroud
SAVE THE DATE - FIRED UP RETURNS
Join us for an enchanted winter evening of clay, creativity and community, with making, markets, open studios, food, music and the magic of ceramics.
Free drop-in and pre-booked experiences will be announced soon.
Saturday 15 August
3pm – 8pm
Canberra Potters, Watson Arts Centre
Link in Bio for more information.
A glimpse of Liz Crowe’s Up - 1
A bold vessel animated by shimmering painterly marks, deep lustred tones and a rich metallic rim, bringing warmth, texture and quiet drama to the form.
Bling Bling brings together the work of Canberra region ceramic artists Liz Crowe, Lee Nelms and Jacqui Keogh for a contemporary exploration of decoration and the vessel. Embracing the aesthetic, affectionate, excessive and even derided aspects of bling, the exhibition celebrates spectacle while inviting viewers to consider the deeper cultural, personal and artistic meanings that underpin the works.
Coming soon at Canberra Potters Gallery.
Link in the bio for more details.
Image Anne Stroud
A glimpse of Jacqui Keogh’s Cosmic Curves and Cosmic Flare.
Rich red and orange glazes, carved surfaces and metallic details come together in these striking vessel forms, bringing a bold sense of rhythm, movement and light.
Bling Bling brings together the work of Canberra region ceramic artists Liz Crowe, Lee Nelms and Jacqui Keogh for a contemporary exploration of decoration and the vessel. Embracing the aesthetic, affectionate, excessive and even derided aspects of bling, the exhibition celebrates spectacle while inviting viewers to consider the deeper cultural, personal and artistic meanings that underpin the works.
Coming soon at Canberra Potters Gallery.
Link in the bio for more details.
Image Anne Stroud
Emerging Makers: Market Ready Course
Ready to turn your studio practice into a confident, market-ready offering?
Led by Sue Cant and Josephine Townsend, this course helps early-career ceramic artists refine their work, strengthen their brand, and build practical skills in pricing, photography, market applications and sales.
Develop your product range, connect with other makers, and take the next step with confidence.
Starts Saturday 11 July 2026
Bookings link in bio.
