Bonsai pot workshop

Create a unique handmade bonsai pot from clay in this relaxed and creative workshop. Whether you're a bonsai enthusiast, a pottery beginner, or simply looking to try something new, you'll learn the techniques needed to design and craft a beautiful pot for your bonsai tree.

Led by experienced tutor Hilary, who has over 8 years of pottery experience, this hands-on class will guide you through shaping, texturing, and finishing your own bonsai pot. You'll gain practical skills in working with clay while creating a functional and personal piece to take pride in.

What you'll learn:

• Basic clay-handling and hand-building techniques
• Designing pots suitable for bonsai trees
• Creating drainage holes and structural features
• Adding textures and decorative details

Join us for a rewarding workshop and create a beautiful handcrafted bonsai pot ready for firing and future planting.

Duration: 3 hours

All clay and materials included

Small group — maximum 10 participants

Your pot will stay with Hilary to dry and be twice fired before collection in 4-5 weeks. 

In the meantime you can pick out a tree and learn to prune and shape it with Shiro Bonsai. 

https://shirobonsai.co.nz/pages/workshops

Location: Shiro Bonsai 4/121 New Brighton mall

Time: 10am - 1pm 

• Please note that because spaces are limited once you have booked there are no refunds. Please consider gifting your spot to a friend if you can no longer make it.