Auckland Pottery Classes, 8 Henry Rose Place, Unit 3A, Albany 0632
At Mead Ceramics, our Open Studio sessions are a warm, welcoming invitation to slow down, make with your hands, and be part of a creative community.
Open Studio is about time and space — time to focus on your own ideas, and space to explore, experiment, and grow your skills at your own pace.
My studio is fully equipped, supportive, and I’m on hand to show you around.
Session length: 2.5 hours
Runs during 2026 term 3
Appointment Time format— not a structured class
You can choose how you’d like to work:
$40 per session
Perfect if you’re needing a little help or answering questions on your own projects and simply need studio access, tools, and a creative environment.
NOTE: This is not a class nor private tutoring session time.
Wednesdays
9:30am – 12:00pm Morning
12:00pm- 2:30pm Afternoon
6:30pm – 9:00pm Evening
These sessions are ideal if you:
Want focused time to work on a personal project
Need occasional technical guidance and help
Enjoy working alongside other creatives in a shared studio
Melissa will be present to offer basic support and encouragement while you work.
Please note:
Bring your own projects
You’ll take everything home with you at the end of each session
There is no storage space available
Some clays and tools are available for purchase.
This keeps the studio flowing and accessible for everyone.
If you’re looking for a regular rhythm of making, a place to reconnect with clay, or a gentle nudge forward on a project you care about, Create: Open Studio might be just the space you’ve been looking for.
Terms & Conditions:
Class Enrolment & Fees
Fees are payable at the time of registration.
Fees are non-transferable, unless prior arrangement has been made with the studio.
Refund Policy
A full refund minus a $25 administration fee will be issued if cancellation is received at least 1 week prior to the start date.
A 50% refund will be issued if cancellation is received 4 days prior to the session start date.
No refunds are available for cancellations made within 24 hours of the session start date.
All refunds are subject to the 3% Stripe processing fee.
Non-Attendance
If you are unable to attend a session due to illness or personal reasons, we are unable to offer refunds.
Changes & Cancellations
Mead Ceramics reserves the right to cancel sessions with insufficient enrolment. In this case, a full refund will be provided.
Unforeseen Events
If a session is interrupted due to unforeseen circumstances, sessions will be rescheduled if possible as soon as practicable.
Refunds are not available in these situations; however, we will do our best to accommodate all students.
If you are unwell, please do not attend the session.
Health & Safety – Ceramic Dust
Ceramic dust poses a risk to lung health. To minimise exposure:
All sanding must be done outside — no indoor sanding is permitted.
Wet cleaning only is used throughout the studio.
Please avoid creating dust at all times.
Clay scraps should be collected before they dry, particularly after trimming sessions.
Glazing
Only Mead Ceramics studio glazes may be used unless otherwise arranged.
Cleaning Up
Before leaving, please wipe down the following using a wet sponge:
Your work table
Any batts or boards used
The wedging table
All Mead Ceramics studio tools
Thank you for helping keep the studio clean, safe, and welcoming for everyone.
At Mead Ceramics, our Open Studio sessions are a warm, welcoming invitation to slow down, make with your hands, and be part of a creative community.
Open Studio is about time and space — time to focus on your own ideas, and space to explore, experiment, and grow your skills at your own pace.
My studio is fully equipped, supportive, and I’m on hand to show you around.
Session length: 2.5 hours
Runs during 2026 term 3
Appointment Time format— not a structured class
You can choose how you’d like to work:
$40 per session
Perfect if you’re needing a little help or answering questions on your own projects and simply need studio access, tools, and a creative environment.
NOTE: This is not a class nor private tutoring session time.
Wednesdays
9:30am – 12:00pm Morning
12:00pm- 2:30pm Afternoon
6:30pm – 9:00pm Evening
These sessions are ideal if you:
Want focused time to work on a personal project
Need occasional technical guidance and help
Enjoy working alongside other creatives in a shared studio
Melissa will be present to offer basic support and encouragement while you work.
Please note:
Bring your own projects
You’ll take everything home with you at the end of each session
There is no storage space available
Some clays and tools are available for purchase.
This keeps the studio flowing and accessible for everyone.
If you’re looking for a regular rhythm of making, a place to reconnect with clay, or a gentle nudge forward on a project you care about, Create: Open Studio might be just the space you’ve been looking for.
Terms & Conditions:
Class Enrolment & Fees
Fees are payable at the time of registration.
Fees are non-transferable, unless prior arrangement has been made with the studio.
Refund Policy
A full refund minus a $25 administration fee will be issued if cancellation is received at least 1 week prior to the start date.
A 50% refund will be issued if cancellation is received 4 days prior to the session start date.
No refunds are available for cancellations made within 24 hours of the session start date.
All refunds are subject to the 3% Stripe processing fee.
Non-Attendance
If you are unable to attend a session due to illness or personal reasons, we are unable to offer refunds.
Changes & Cancellations
Mead Ceramics reserves the right to cancel sessions with insufficient enrolment. In this case, a full refund will be provided.
Unforeseen Events
If a session is interrupted due to unforeseen circumstances, sessions will be rescheduled if possible as soon as practicable.
Refunds are not available in these situations; however, we will do our best to accommodate all students.
If you are unwell, please do not attend the session.
Health & Safety – Ceramic Dust
Ceramic dust poses a risk to lung health. To minimise exposure:
All sanding must be done outside — no indoor sanding is permitted.
Wet cleaning only is used throughout the studio.
Please avoid creating dust at all times.
Clay scraps should be collected before they dry, particularly after trimming sessions.
Glazing
Only Mead Ceramics studio glazes may be used unless otherwise arranged.
Cleaning Up
Before leaving, please wipe down the following using a wet sponge:
Your work table
Any batts or boards used
The wedging table
All Mead Ceramics studio tools
Thank you for helping keep the studio clean, safe, and welcoming for everyone.
Auckland Pottery Classes, 8 Henry Rose Place, Unit 3A, Albany 0632