Creation, Presence, and Connection
This is my working space, where clay, intention, and care come together to shape forms that carry reflection, connection, and the quiet magic of everyday life. My practice is rooted in the belief that creativity is a vessel for connection, healing, and remembering our shared humanity.
Through working with clay, I nurture myself while offering guidance and inspiration to others... each piece holding the energy of creation, the rhythm of making, and the presence of an artist who leads through both vision and lived experience. Working with clay is a slow process that unfolds over time, inviting patience, attention, and a deep respect for the material and the self.
Explore my pottery classes or full catalogue to see more of the work and opportunities to engage.
ayni
A ceramics sanctuary led by a practicing artist in Central Auckland.
Pottery Classes
I host regular pottery and ceramics classes in Central Auckland.
Learn directly from a practicing artist in small, mindful classes designed for all levels. Explore kick wheel throwing, handbuilding, and handbuilt ceramics, experimenting with form, texture, and glazing.
Classes are offered as term courses, one-off workshops, private sessions, and guided group experiences. Each session encourages creative flow, focus, and connection with your own process, in a calm and supportive environment.
Our studio features seven Leach kick-wheels and a Shimpo electric wheel, providing a natural, intuitive way to work with clay. Whether you’re beginning your ceramics journey or deepening your practice, these classes offer space to create, learn, and be inspired.
Meet the Artist Behind Ayni
Ayni is the heart of my creative practice — a calm, intentional space where clay, creativity, and daily ritual meet. As a practicing artist, I guide each class and workshop with care, helping you explore your own connection to clay while sharing the joy, focus, and inspiration of working in a calm, mindful studio.
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Explore my collection of handmade ceramics
Each piece shaped with care and attention, carrying the energy of creation, reflection, and presence.
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AA01 - Gift Voucher for a Sip & Clay Session ($95 per person)
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AA02 - Gift Voucher for a Wheel Throwing Session ($90 per person)
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AB001 - Stoneware Large Bowl
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AB003 - Pentagon Small Bowl
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AB006 - Patterns Small Bowl
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AC005 - Small Organic Guinomi
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ATEA001 - Tea Pot
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AUD008 - Tracing Patterns Udu Drum
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The Clay Tribe
A small, artist-led studio community for those committed to working with clay over time. Whether you join weekly classes, book a private session, or gather for a social evening in the studio, this is a space for connection, continuity, and shared practice. Clay is a long-term practice. While you can begin in a few sessions, most people develop confidence over months of consistent work. Everyone progresses differently, but clay requires time, repetition, and patience.
The Clay Tribe
Your year-long membership to stay connected, supported, and inspired on your clay journey—with exclusive perks and community bonuses along the way.
Alchemy
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