The Ceramic Journey of Ashley Thor
September 2, 2025
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Ashley’s journey began at the age of 12, when his parents launched a commercial pottery in the early 1970s.
Ashley’s journey began at the age of 12, when his parents launched a commercial pottery in the early 1970s.
When I first met Murray Rainey, aka Muzza, what struck me wasn’t just his elegant, well-balanced pottery.
Kay Ogilvie is a potter – and so much more. Her studio pieces range from playful platters to towering totems, made with a mix of clay, glaze, glass and whatever else the day inspires.
Coromandel’s historic Driving Creek Pottery is offering a unique opportunity for an up-and-coming creative: an apprenticeship position to join the production pottery team and be fully trained in the craft of making pots.
Laurie Steer is a full-time potter and contemporary artist based in Mount Maunganui, known for his wall art, pottery, magnets, drawings and gift cards.
Ashley’s journey began at the age of 12, when his parents launched a commercial pottery in the early 1970s.
When I first met Murray Rainey, aka Muzza, what struck me wasn’t just his elegant, well-balanced pottery.
Kay Ogilvie is a potter – and so much more. Her studio pieces range from playful platters to towering totems, made with a mix of clay, glaze, glass and whatever else the day inspires.
Coromandel’s historic Driving Creek Pottery is offering a unique opportunity for an up-and-coming creative: an apprenticeship position to join the production pottery team and be fully trained in the craft of making pots.
Laurie Steer is a full-time potter and contemporary artist based in Mount Maunganui, known for his wall art, pottery, magnets, drawings and gift cards.
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