Clay and Culture

12/01/2025

14/12/2024

Keeping a 200-year old tile making tradition alive in Egypt
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05/12/2024

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In the rugged terrain of northern Afghanistan, the ancient secret of kangina has been preserved for over 2,000 years. This ingenious technique allows grapes to stay fresh for months, extending their sweetness right through to Nowruz, the vibrant Persian New Year in spring. Through a meticulous process, grape clusters are nestled into dual clay-rich mud bowls, which are then meticulously sealed to craft a protective cocoon. These sun-baked mud spheres, each cradling about a pound of grapes, are then tucked away in cool, dark havens—be it a serene cellar or beneath the earth itself. This historical marvel of preservation utilizes no modern technology, yet it magically captures the essence of summer, providing families the luxury of relishing fresh grapes during the chill of winter.

04/11/2024

Open Studio & Sale in Cooroibah, Noosa QLD at Wendy Britton Ceramics
great for your Xmas shopping and supporting small arts businesses

30/10/2024

Fresh porcelain, made in Maleny.. just in time for Christmas!

Shannon Garson also invites you to get in touch if you want to visit the studio. This time of year there are fresh cups, bowls, jugs and vases in the cupboard.

30/10/2024

Two magical evenings of handmade, artisan goods, live music, cocktails made with local gin and food trucks in the beautiful setting of Montvale at Montville.

30/08/2024

NOOSA GUIDED WALKING TOUR - MEET THE POTTERS & JEWELLERY MAKERS OF LAKE WEYBA - A FREE Guided Walk hosted by the Noosa Solo Travellers Club during the Noosa Open Studios 2024 Art Trail.
Join us for an exclusive and immersive guided walking tour offering a rare opportunity to explore the hidden gems of Noosa’s creative community, away from the usual tourist paths.
Your volunteer host, Chris Riou, organiser of the Noosa Solo Travellers Club, will guide you on this unique journey, starting at the Lake Weyba Foreshore Park in Weyba Downs.
Over the course of three hours, you'll visit the home studios of five talented local artisans, ceramic artists or jewellery makers, each offering a glimpse into their creative process and the inspirations behind their work.
For more information or to register, click on the MeetUp image below or email Chris Riou at [email protected]

\- A FREE Guided Walk hosted by the *Noosa Solo Travellers Club* during the *Noosa Open Studios 2024 Art Trail*. Join us for an exclusive and immersive guided walking tour

17/08/2024

Just 2 more weeks until the Noosa Opens Studios 2024!

06/05/2024

What a fabulous workshop at Fried Mudd Pottery & Workshops... wondering if anyone has done a cat workshop? 😸🙄

06/05/2024

Lessons from Euan Craig, The Potter in Japan .. poetry in motion.

06/04/2024

More fabulous bathing beauties from the girls at Fried Mudd Pottery & Workshops in Noosaville 🤩

The girls are done 🥰

20/12/2023

Thank you to everyone who came out on Sunday, it was such a great day! For those who missed out we will be open again this summer solstice morning, Thursday 21st 9am until 12noon. Bowls, cups, mugs, platters, jugs & vases available!

19/12/2023

Applications now open for Queensland artists' residency programme (2)

Artisan Residency Program

Applications are now open for artisan's exciting new career-changing residency programs. Offering fully-funded residency opportunities for two outstanding Queensland craft and design practitioners! Submissions close 20 February 2024.

For further information: https://artisan.org.au/blogs/opportunities/artisan-residency-program