Clay Bird Sculpting Workshop at Quarry Arts Centre

🏺 Join us for an immersive Clay Bird Sculpting Workshop at The Quarry Arts Centre in Whangārei! Learn essential clay-building techniques while creating your own unique bird sculpture in this hands-on evening class.

Event Details:

• 📅 Tuesday, 24th June 2025
• ⏰ 5:30pm - 8:00pm
• 📍 Scallop Room, The Quarry Arts Centre, 21 Selwyn Avenue, Whangārei
• 💲 $85 per person
• 👥 Limited to 8 participants (18+ only)

This beginner-friendly workshop guides you through foundational techniques to shape, sculpt, and personalise your clay bird. Your instructor, Kylie Mitchel, brings her passion and expertise in ceramics to create a supportive, creative environment.

Kylie discovered her love for clay at Quay School of the Arts in Whanganui and is currently pursuing a ceramics diploma through Otago Polytech. She values hand-building's calming nature and brings enthusiasm to every class.

Booking is essential as spaces are limited to ensure personalised instruction.

Clay Sculpting: A Creative Outlet for All Skill Levels

Clay sculpting offers a uniquely tactile and rewarding creative experience that connects us to one of humanity's oldest art forms. Working with clay engages both mind and body, providing not just artistic satisfaction but also therapeutic benefits.

Bird sculpting in particular presents an excellent introduction to clay work. The organic forms allow for personal expression while teaching fundamental techniques that transfer to future clay projects. As you work the clay with your hands, you'll discover:

• Mindfulness in motion - The focused nature of clay work naturally encourages present-moment awareness
• Accessible creativity - Clay is forgiving and can be reworked, making it perfect for beginners
• Tactile satisfaction - The physical connection to your material provides a break from our digital world
• Skill development - Learn techniques like pinching, coiling, and texturing that build your artistic vocabulary

Workshops like this one are particularly valuable as they provide expert guidance, quality materials, and a supportive community atmosphere. You'll leave with not only your own handcrafted piece but also new skills and techniques to continue your creative journey.

The Quarry Arts Centre has established itself as a hub for artistic exploration in Northland, offering various workshops throughout the year. This clay bird sculpting session represents their commitment to making art accessible to the wider community through hands-on learning experiences.