Fiona Tunnicliffe Animal Workshop

Create your own ceramic animal sculpture with award-winning ceramic artist Fiona Tunnicliffe. Using Fiona’s tried-and-tested techniques, participants will learn how to build expressive animal forms while exploring texture, pattern, and relief work.

Participants are encouraged to bring a photo of an animal they would like to create. Fiona will guide you through the process of bringing it to life in clay using handbuilding techniques.

Cost: $210 per person (maximum 10 participants)

Included:

• Firing of one finished piece

• One bag of clay

About the Tutor

Renowned ceramic artist Fiona Tunnicliffe, with over 30 years' experience, specialises in creating captivating animal-inspired ceramic pieces. Each sculpture radiates its unique personality, enriched by meticulous application of textures and patterns, and relief work. 

Her work has earned widespread acclaim, earning her numerous awards, including People's Choice and Top Honours at major New Zealand Art and Ceramic exhibitions, cementing her status as a hugely respected artist in the ceramic world.

Returning to the Rotorua Potters Group studio, Fiona will lead this hands-on workshop and share the techniques she uses to develop characterful ceramic animal forms.

Skill Level

Some confidence with clay handbuilding techniques is helpful but not essential. This workshop is suitable for potters looking to expand their handbuilding skills.