Lots of new work: great and small; coming to life for the first KARsT ceramics studio student/teacher; ‘UNEARTHED’ exhibition at @hoopgallery_torquay for the month of December at The MAC 77 Beach Road, Torquay. 10 ceramic artists will be showcasing their current work at the exhibition.
Only 6 weeks to go til the opening event on Dec 2nd from 3-5pm: hope to see you there, for some pre Xmas drinks and a dose of #unearthedhoop23 art.
We will be sharing the exhibition space with the very talented @caroline_borghetto_art who will exhibiting her paintings: complimenting the functional and sculptural ceramics.
After months of planning, research and testing, finished exhibition pieces are starting to come out of the kiln. More pics to come.
Great chance to pick up a bespoke piece of art for that extra special Christmas present for a special peep or treat yourself; and meet all the talented artists: many are emerging artists at the start of their ceramic careers.
#unearthedhoop23 #clay #emergingartists
@deborah.elliott.artist @purlbakefire @zoeydevaney_fineart @wendyleitmanis @annenolan33 @sallywarmington @sandi_c56 @oceantrough
I try to do a heap of glaze tests in every glaze firing: here is a random bunch from todays kiln opening. Some interesting results: some to try again higher up in the kiln, and some inspiration for the next batch of test combinations. #ceramics #ceramic #clay #glazetesting #glaze #craftcontemporary
Big day today: Master Jasper’s 2nd birthday today: he’s a big dog now: 🐕🐕
Jasper’s doing his evening rounds, just making sure everything is in order before he heads upstairs to bed.
I’ll be up in a minute, Jasper, I promise: just doing a spot of throwing some new pieces: getting ready for upcoming markets: Melbourne Ceramics Fair 28/29th Oct, and Geelong Ceramics Market Dec 9/10 and Bellarine Arts Trail @thehiveoceangrove ,Nov 4/5th.
#studiodoggy #studiodog #pottersbestfriend #bellarineartstrail #melbourneceramicsfair #geelongceramicsmarket2023 #craftcontemporary #ceramics #ceramic #clay #madeintorquay #ceramictherapydog
Bit mad scientist tonight: toe of frog, wool of bat and tongue of dog: bubbling broth: aka creative glaze testing 😂
Thanks Helen, for encouraging my collaborative idea: it took 12 months of planning to bring this together: so proud of the creative results. Just one more day to check it out.
Posted @withregram • @angleseaartspace Last days - today and Sat 10am-4pm, Sunday morning
When @karensteenbergen_ceramics mentioned last year she would like to curate an exhibition of collaborative artwork, we strongly encouraged her to submit an Expression of Interest for the 2023 program - and we're so glad she did.
Karen has a long history of collaborating as a ceramicist/artist and through her community development roles.
She actively nurtures the act of making together in her home studio where she holds classes and hosts a supporrive monthly get together of long term students.
Some of these students and creative partnerships (such as past Art Space Coordinator Elise Roberts @pebbleandstonetextiles) have contributed a beautiful collection of functional and sculptural objects to the exhibition.
Lee Turnley @purlbakefire shared at the opening how her relationship with Karen has grown from student to creative collaborator during this process, which is such a rewarding outcome for both.
Lee also enjoyed how the group problem solved together, sharing and developing skills and ideas. We see this happening in groups like the Anglesea Art House Printmakers. The shared studio environment becomes an incubator for progressing personal and collaborative projects It's a win win for everyone involved :^)
By the way, Lee is minding the exhibition today, pop in and say hi!
@surfcoastartmatters
@surfcoastshire
#collaborations
#anglesea #angleseaartspace
#angleseagallery #ceramics #surfcoast #surfcoastartists
Thankyou so much @threedayclay
Can’t wait to pack the car and head down the highway for the Melbourne Ceramic Fair, Oct 28 and 29th at Brunswick Town Hall 10-4
Love chatting about all things clay or my latest travel inspired work. So pop by and say hi.
Posted @withregram • @threedayclay @karensteenbergen_ceramics Today we welcome ceramic teacher and practitioner Karen Steenbergen.
With a dedication to her craft and constant learning, Karen has committed her career to mastering the many and varied techniques of clay work, and shares this wealth of knowledge and passion with her students on Victoria's surf coast.
Taking inspiration from the varied landscapes of her surrounds, Karen creates works that directly reference the places she loves.
Platters are glazed in green and turquoise like the foaming waves of the ocean that laps at her doorstep, others are treated with the biscuity tones of the grassland plains or the green-grays of snow gums in the Victorian Alps.
Karen takes her observations wherever she goes, and has created works that speak of her surroundings away from home, such as sculptural vessels that depict the rooftops of Denmark, the looming towers of the Loy Yang Power station in the La Trobe Valley or the tightly built skiers huts in the villages on Dinner Plain.
Come and chat clay-making and love for landscape with Karen at our next event as part of @craftvictoria Craft Contemporary Program, and sponsored by @keaneceramics
Melbourne Ceramic Fair
October 28-29
10-4
Brunswick Town Hall
#cc23 #craftcontemporary #craftvictoria #threedayclay #melbourneceramicfair #keaneceramic #australianceramics
Great name for a party! ‘Pug party’: thanks Wendy:
Friday night pugging and packing: the last step in recycling clay.
Was much more fun doing it with a few extra helpers: the time just flew by: now I have several shelves full of fresh clay ready for the start of the October Term:
Class update:
Friday morning class: FULL
Tuesday evening: 2 spots left: bookings via the website; click on link in the bio.
Looking forward to our next Pug Party at the end of the term. New volunteers welcome. 🍾🍾🕺🏼🕺🏼
Posted @withregram • @barwonheadsartscouncil Ocean Grove line-up - here's a taste of the local artist talent right here in Ocean Grove! Stay tuned for more artist features or tag us if you are exhibiting!
@millyartj @bemykeeper @karensteenbergen_ceramics @yumdesignceramics @casey_benson_thepaintedsoul
Discover, celebrate and support local artists!
Tag us at Barwon Heads Arts Council Inc @barwonheadsartscouncil and use #bellarineartstrail2023 to share your art or your favourite artists 📸
Bellarine Arts Trail 2023
Melbourne Cup Long Weekend, 4-5 November
Barwon Heads, Ocean Grove, Queenscliff, Point Lonsdale
#barwonheadsartscouncil
#barwonheadsartshub #bellarineartstrail
#barwonheads #oceangrove #queenscliff #pointlonsdale
#geelong #geelongart #geelongartists #australianart #australianartist
#bellarinepeninsula #EventsGeelong #geelongevents #visitvictoria
It’s end of the term recycle clay time: 5 buckets of smelly gooey clay embarking on their first step of recycling onto plaster bats for drying; only 10 more buckets to start their journey.
And then onto the pug mill. It’s a long process, but so satisfying when it’s all done.
#clay #recycling #ceramics #ceramic
Posted @withregram • @angleseaartspace Join us on Saturday for the opening celebration of our beautiful new exhibition 'Collaborations', curated by Torquay ceramicist Karen Steenbergen @karensteenbergen_ceramics .
Working closely with others to create an artwork can be especially rewarding. It can be a dance of ideas - an opportunity for fresh perspectives to emerge through the sharing of knowledge and skills - to create something new and potentially unexpected. Each piece telling a unique story of cooperation.
Many of the artists in this exhibition have expressed how much fun the process has been, so Karen has asked them to share their process with us which will be sensational - the introduction and artist talks will start about 2.30pm. We look forward to seeing you!
@surfcoastartmatters
@surfcoastshire
#anglesea #angleseagallery #greatoceanroad #visitvictoria #collaborations #ceramics #painting #printmaking #artbook #sculpture #textile #artspace #surfcoastartists #ourcreativecoast #regionalartsvictoria
Posted @withregram • @barwonheadsartscouncil Barwon Heads Arts Council (BHAC) is excited to announce the 2023 Bellarine Arts Trail will take place across four participating towns. Barwon Heads, Ocean Grove, Point Lonsdale and Queenscliff, will host 45 venues, and nearly 80 artists.
The newly opened Barwon Heads Arts Hub, 5 Clifford Parade Barwon Heads, will host the A Taste of the Trail Exhibition which is a great starting point and opportunity to get a taste of the style and range of art on show at the 45 venues, grab a map and plan your arts trail weekend.
Check out a sneak peak of our maps here or download the full maps via the link in our bio 👈
Discover, celebrate and support local artists!
Tag us Barwon Heads Arts Council Inc @barwonheadsartscouncil and use #bellarineartstrail2023 to share your art or your favourite artists 📸
Bellarine Arts Trail 2023
Melbourne Cup Long Weekend, 4-5 November
Barwon Heads, Ocean Grove, Queenscliff, Point Lonsdale
#barwonheadsartscouncil
#barwonheadsartshub #bellarineartstrail
#barwonheads #oceangrove #queenscliff #pointlonsdale
#geelong #geelongart #geelongartists #australianart #australianartist
#bellarinepeninsula #EventsGeelong #geelongevents #visitvictoria
It’s September school holiday clay fun time!
Some pics from todays ‘Children and Carers’ workshop.
Bobble heads galore. All they need now is firing and some clear gloss glaze and then they will be bobbing back to their owners.
#ceramics #clayfun #bobbleheads #workshop #karstceramicsstudio #ceramic #claypeeps #clayanimals #claybirds #madeintorquay
Two days until bump in for ‘Collaborations’ exhibition at Anglesea Art Space; and three days til the exhibition doors swing open on Thursday.
And all these beauties that came out of the kiln yesterday will be there.
Nothing like a last minute successful firing to raise the spirits of my co-collaborator’s: @purlbakefire @sallywarmington @pebbleandstonetextiles and @deborah.elliott.artist
19 artists in total will be exhibiting their work after a year in the ‘making’ .
Also including; @desterreart @soulspire_77 @annenolan33 @samharry17 @mim.create @yumdesignceramics @leesacowan @fragility_ceramics @sollymatthew
@emmamitchellarchitect
Opening event, meet the artists this Saturday 2-4pm. Hear the stories of some of the collaboration journeys.
Exhibition open everyday 10am to 4pm, til Oct 8th. Drop by and say hi.
#collaborations #clay #mixedmedia #exhibition #angleseaartspace
And this one from Michelle: looking forward to being a part of the journey of each student/artist over the next 3 months.
Posted @withregram • @oceantrough Pushing out of my comfort zone! Today I started working on some bits and pieces for a group exhibition! Yup. I know. Not an artist 😳- but have found the courage to experiment with some thing I love. Clay. Nature. Stories. Engaging others. Thank you @karensteenbergen_ceramics for being such a wonderful teacher and mentor. Stay tuned. 🙏🏽💜
Big thanks to Zoey @zoeydevaney_fineart for inspiring a group of my ceramic students to get their work out into the public by applying for an exhibition at Hoop Gallery in Torquay for the month of December 2023, and being successful. Very exciting, and many other mixes of emotions. But mainly excitement about the possibilities. So we are off and running now with only 3 months til bump in, let the research, development and creating commence. More progress posts to come.
This one is from Zoey.
Posted @withregram • @zoeydevaney_fineart
Some exciting things in the mix. These gorgeous little pots are some testers that will be featured in an upcoming exhibition I have organised for myself and some fabulous ladies I have meet on my pottery journey here in Australia. With the guidance and expertise of our fabulous teacher @karensteenbergen_ceramics our Exhibition ’Unearthed’ goes on display end of Nov. Watch this space.
I am very excited to announce that after a year in the making, 19 artists are about to unveil their ‘Collaborations’ at the opening on Saturday 23rd September, 2023, 2-4pm at Anglesea Art Space.
It’s going to be a visually unexpected exhibition, with lots of mixed mediums: I don’t want to give away too much now, so come along to see what the ‘duos’ of artist have created together, and hear the stories of their collaborative journeys.
#exhibition #angleseaartspace #collaborations #ceramics #madeonthesurfcoast #ceramic #clay #kunst #art
Restocked the studio shop shelves yesterday following the open Arts Trail weekend: and a new series in development with a new range of warm earth tones coming, just in time for Christmas.
NEW: Opening Hours:
Studio shop now open on Fridays: 10-2pm.
Other times by appointment.
#marketime #xmaspresents #justbecausepresents #presents #handmade #handwerk #kunst #art #clay #ceramics #supportlocal
School holidays are only a couple of weeks away.
Looking for some fun activities to do with the kids on the school holidays?
Then check out our NEW: ‘Children and Carers’ fun clay workshops that have just dropped.
Monday 18th of September: 1.5hr morning or afternoon workshops available.
Children (aged 6yrs - 12yrs) must be accompanied by at least one participating carer.
Click on the link in the bio to take you to more information and bookings.
(Pics of the clay fun from the last school holidays).
#schoolholidays #childrenandcarers #ceramics #ceramic #karstceramicsstudio #madeintorquay #funintorquay
In case you missed the post earlier this week, I am very excited to be hosting several 2 day workshops with the amazing Tortus (Eric Landon) from Tortus Copenhagen. His talent for throwing very large, tall vessels, is mesmerising and he is very generous with his knowledge and tips.
@tortus will be at karst ceramics studio in Torquay on the Vic Surf Coast (only an hours drive from Melb CBD and 35 mins from Avalon Airport.) Workshops will be held in Feb 2024.
Bookings can be made on the Tortus website.
https://tortuscopenhagen.bigcartel.com/product/torquay-au-2-day-workshop
karst ceramics studio in Torquay is a light filled, fully equipped, comfortable new purpose built studio, which has air conditioning for the hot Australian summers in Torquay.
Book in now to reserve your spot.
#tortus #gobig #wheelthrowing #workshops #torquay #karstceramics #seavibes #cafevibes #sun #surf #clay
Just a few more days, before our winter break is over and we jump into September spring classes starting next week.
Only a couple of spots left in all classes starting next week.
Check the link in the bio for workshops and bookings, to snap up the final spots.
But before we head down the hill, a few more inspiring textures and colours from Dinner Plain, in this beautiful area. #ceramics #inspiration #jasper #clay #ceramic #dinnerplain #mthotham #snowgums #snow #madeindinnerplain
Totally agree with @keaneceramics: this event is not to be missed.
I am very excited to be a part of this fabulous weekend, showcasing lots of new bespoke pieces.
Pop it in your diary now.
It will be a plethora of ceramics, and just in time for Christmas or just indulge to make your home hygge. ‘Cosy and comfortable’ Danish culture, the Danes are the happiest on earth, so they know something about Hygge. And a new ceramic piece would add a dose of ‘cosy’ to any home.
Posted @withregram • @keaneceramics THREE DAY CLAY • @threedayclay This October 28 & 29 @threedayclay with the support of @keaneceramics bring you Melbourne Ceramic Fair 2023. As part of the @craftvictoria Craft Contemporary program, 41 ceramic artists, potters and makers-in-clay will converge on Brunswick Town Hall to bring you their finest wares.
Put it in your calendar! It’s an event not to be missed.
#australianceramics #melbourne #brunswick #bullekebek #artfair #art #supportlocal
In case you missed yesterdays post: I am very excited to announce that Tortus (Eric Landon) @tortus is coming to Australia in February 2024 and he is coming to Torquay.
He will be running 3 x 2 day workshops at karst ceramics studio.
2 open level workshops and 1 masterclass workshop.
Bookings open at 3pm tomorrow, Sunday 27th, Australian time: click on the link below, and it will take you straight to the link tree for further information and bookings.
https://tortuscopenhagen.bigcartel.com/product/torquay-au-2-day-workshop
#ceramics #ceramic #clay #tortus
Very excited to announce that Eric Landon from Copenhagen @tortus is coming to karst ceramics studio in Torquay on the beautiful Surf Coast in Feb 2024 to run several workshops, as part of his world tour. Imagine, clay, sun and surf for a weekend.
Bookings open soon. More details to come. Bookings will be taken on the Tortus website. It will be an opportunity not to miss.
https://linktr.ee/tortus
#ceramics #ceramic #tortus #workshops #throwbig #increaseyourknowledge
Bookings for September and October Classes just opened: limited spots. Wheel throwing classes.
Book in via website or click on link in bio.
NEW: We are trialling a new Class: ‘Clay and Chardonnay on a Friday nights. Hope you can join us for a glass and a half.
All levels welcome, especially beginners.
NEW: Children and Carers class: Monday 18th Sep, morning or afternoon class: details on the website. These go quick. Great fun for both children and carers.
More information on the website, or DM me or phone 0417539343 or email info@karensteenbergen.au
If you have any suggestions for other new classes or preferred date/times let us know. Always looking to improve our class variety and scheduling.
#ceramics #potteryclasses #ceramicclasses #ceramic #getmessy #clay #learnanewskill
Week 1 of my annual Winter break from the studio.
Classes and studio reopens in September. Classes are now up online, check website for class dates, including new Children and Carers workshops during the September school holidays. Bookings now open, limited spots.
But in the meantime, here are a few photo snaps of inspiration for some new work in progress. Colouring clay and my ‘remote work setup’ perfect after a morning on the ski slopes. ⛷️⛷️
And thanks to Jasper, our snow studio puppy, for the fun and adventure on our daily walks.
#ceramics #ceramic #clay #remoteworking #snowgums #colouredclay #nerokomi #exhibtions #mthotham #dinnerplain #snow #skiing #collaborations #
Super excited to be a part of this exciting exhibition: Monochrome Dash.
So many different mediums to explore as you cruise around the gallery, by artists who are regular exhibitors and some for the very first time exhibiting to the world.
Including ceramics by; Lee Turnley from @purlbakefire @annenolan33 @sandi_c56 @sallywarmington Melinda Solly from @fragility_ceramics
This bespoke platter/plate from the ‘Surf Coast Views’ Series, came fresh out of the kiln last night, in time for Day 2 of the Surf Coast Arts Trail, and was snapped up early this morning, by someone with a keen eye for detail.
Did you notice the Turtle swimming out of the ocean?
#ceramics #turtles #ocean #surfcoastviews #madeintorquay #wheelthrown #platebowl #ceramic
Day 2 of the Surf Coast Arts Trail
Thanks to everyone who came to visit my new studio/shop yesterday as part of the Surf Coast Arts Trail: this was the only photo I took at the start of the day: totally forgot to take more in the ‘busyiness’ of it all (that’s a great sign I think).
Jasper (the studio pup) was very happily greeting visitors all day, out front and it was a great spot in the sun to survey all the going’s on.
He will be back out front today; let’s hope the weather holds up for day 2.
And the shelves and bargain baskets will be restocked for today, including new ‘Surf Coast Views’ work that came hot out of the kiln yesterday. Nothing like a last minute firing to unveil.
#ceramics #surfcoastartstrail2023 #shoplocal #openstudios #barbibargainbasket #restockingshelvesandbargainbaskwts.
As well as opening my studio/shop for the Surf Coast Arts Trail extravaganza this weekend,
I also have some bespoke sculptural vessels inspired by the ‘Highplains Seasons’, in the ‘Everything Matters’ Geelong Sculptors Exhibition at Eagles Nest Gallery in Aireys Inlet.
If you are not too exhausted from cruising around all the open studios: why not end your day with a champers at the Opening/Meet the artists event from 4-6pm on Saturday afternoon at Eagles Nest.
The group exhibition is open for 2 months, from tomorrow if you’d like to get a sneak peak. Lots of intriguing sculptures to peruse. @eaglesnestgallery
Beautiful winters morning view from the balcony. So nice to be able to see the water, now the trees have lost their leaves.
The countdown is on, only 2 more sleeps until the Surf Coast Arts Trail. Sat and Sunday 5/6th August: 10-4pm each day.
Just putting the finishing touches to my display shelves. Will post a sneak peak for you tomorrow. 😉
Some new work now ready for the Surf Coast Arts Trail 2023.
Limited stock, doors open at 10am.
August 5/6th 2023: 10-4pm Saturday and Sunday.
karst ceramics studio: 16 Wilson St, Torquay
Pop by and say hello, enjoy some snacks, and the buzz of the pottery studio and shop.
Only 5 days to go til I swing open the studio/shop door for the Surf Coast Arts Trail 2023.
Follow the new KARsT ceramics flags and pink flags, all the way from the Famers Market on Merrijig Drive, (pick up your coffee there on the way, on Saturday), go past the skatepark, then turn right into Scott Avenue, then left into Centreside Drive then right into WILSON St, and look out for the flag out the front of Number 16, on the left. I will be there to greet you with some yummy snacks, to keep you going.
There will be lots of demonstrations by some of my regular students throughout the weekend: new work to purchase from the new shop front, a seconds sale and some
August 5/6th. 10am to 4pm each day.
Check in with the QR code at each studio to go into the draw for $250 vouchers: the more studios you visit, the greater the chance to win.
See you on Saturday or Sunday.
#ceramics #karstceramics #surfcoastartstrail2023 #ceramic #madeinTorquay #supportlocal #supportartists
And the kiln is finally ready for opening: lots of glaze tests, student work, exhibition work and new arts trail work hidden at the back of the kiln. You will have to drop next weekend to see it.
#surfcoastartstrail #potteryclasses #collaborationsexhibtion2023
Art and Technology coming together.
And a cameo appearance from Jasper.
Collaborations exhibition Sep/Oct 2023 work: design by @pebbleandstonetextiles, technology laser cutting by Lars and ultimately vases by yours truely: what a collaboration.
A spectacular ‘Collaboration’ is coming to life. Art and technology coming together. A 3 artist step process. From design to object.
Starting with a beautifully bespoke design from Ellise from @pebbleandstonetextiles to a computer generated image and then laser cut template by Lars Pehrsson, which I will use to create some porcelain vases and lamp shades.
Soo excited about ‘Collaborations’ exhibition that I am curating in September/October 2023, at Anglesea Art Space. September 21st to October 8th. Opening September 23rd 2-4pm.
More details and progress pics of collaborative work to come, from a range of artists and mediums.
#ceramics #angleseaartspace #collaborations #exhibitions #surfcoastcouncil #anglesea #torquay #karstceramics #16wilsonsttorquaystudio #studio
Waiting for the kiln to cool down, is like watching paint dry. The suspense is killing me. Can’t wait to open its door and see all the new work, in readiness for next weeks Surf Coast Arts Trail weekend 5/6th August. Fingers crossed the kiln fairy is nice to me.
I get excited and nervous every time.
#ceramics #rohdekiln #firing #kilnfiring #ceramic #clay #art #surfcoastartstrail
Posted @withregram • @surfcoastartmatters Visit Karen Steenbergen, a talented ceramicist in Torquay, at her coastal studio kARsT Ceramics. Experience the inner workings of a ceramic studio by joining the Arts Trail and attending her workshop @karensteenbergen_ceramics in person.
Register to attend via the link in our bio.
Image credit: Miles Tweedie Photography
