The harmony you feel Learning Pottery
Bernard Leach
“Father of British studio pottery”
About Fran Smith & Ceramic Art STudio
Frances Smith is a highly-regarded potter and educator. She operates her teaching studio in the picturesque seaside village of Kiama, located on the South Coast of New South Wales.
Currently, Frances is dedicating her time to preparing works for gallery exhibitions, which has led to a reduction in her regular teaching schedule. However, she plans to offer advanced workshops in practical ceramics later in the year.
UNIQUE HAND-MADE AUSTRALIAN CERAMICS
Creating Elegance in Clay
Explore the world of Frances Smith’s hand-crafted ceramics, where functionality meets artistic finesse.
Her collection is designed to complement modern home decor with its unique and thoughtful designs.
Each piece crafted by Frances is a celebration of functional art, seamlessly integrating beauty and elegance into everyday life.
Our Classes
Join our Kiama ceramic art classes
One day a week, on Monday morning or afternoon, up to six students come to our central Kiama studio on Akuna Street to learn pottery, refine their techniques, have a delicious coffee/tea break and have fun.
We have five terms a year, each term lasting six weeks and each class is 3 hours.
There are still a few places available, so apply now:
Register your interest
About Us
Teaching pottery in Kiama - creating ceramic craft and art
We help bring out your personal response to ceramic art.
Our small classes allow master potter Fran Smith to spend time with you individually. She helps you to understand and then master the techniques that are vital to you achieving your creative vision.
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Why choose us ?
We understand the joy of creating pottery
Fran’s professional life began as a Graphic Designer. Then she discovered ceramics. She has been practicing ceramics for many years and in 2015 completed an Advanced Diploma in Ceramics.
- Full studio in central Kiama
- All materials supplied: clay, glazes, firing, aprons etc.
- Small classes ensure individual attention
- Specialising in wheel throwing
- Enhance works with surface carving, illustration and decoration
- Offering students the opportunity to exhibit and sell their work
Blog & article
Read our articles
Wondering about what to do in a ceramics studio? Here are some of our thoughts.
Studio clothing
What to bring and what to wear in the studio In the pottery studio, you’ll be making things from wet clay, washing clay from your hands and sometimes using liquid
Managing Dust
Studio safety rules – managing dust Clay dust is a health hazard Dust in the pottery studio contains particles of silica which are a health hazard. There are some simple
Making Glazes – Theory And Practice
Making Glazes – Theory And Practice How can you save money and give your ceramic art that unique touch? When a wide range of commercial glazes are available for speedy