Rui Ceramics

08/04/2026

As Mother’s Day approaches, come along to the women centre for a cup of tea and a chat. Let’s make a cup for yourself or for your mum.

14/12/2025

Feeling grateful and a little amazed that my pieces “Relics of the Deep” have been selected as finalists for Waiclay 2025. It’s an honour to be included alongside so many artists whose work I admire.
Thank you to everyone who supports my pottery journey — your encouragement keeps me going, one kiln load at a time. ❤️

24/10/2025

Come along to our local potters exhibition at Charlie’s ice cream this long weekend. There are so many beautiful work in this show. Exhibition hours: 25th Oct-Nov 1st 10-5pm

24/10/2025

I am stoked to have been selected for the 61st ceramics NZ national exhibition. it’s good to be recognized for all the work I have put in to this. Thanks .ceramics for organizing this great show.

11/07/2025

I am teaching an 8-week beginners throwing class at Estuary Arts Centre this term. Thursdays 12:30-3:30. A Few more spots left. If you are interested in the classes. Please book on the art centre website.

Estuary Arts Centre Charitable Trust CC35965
EZA: Beginners Pottery Afternoons with Emma Zhang
This beginners class will offer a mix of wheel work and hand-building to give our students a taste of both as they start their pottery adventure.
During this class you will learn the essential skills of working with clay using the potter’s wheel, this includes centering clay, shaping it into various forms and trimming and detailing your piece.

Explore the art of pottery with our Beginners Pottery on the Wheel course. This immersive experience provides a solid foundation for anyone eager to dive into ceramics. Throughout the course, you'll master fundamental techniques such as clay centring, shaping, and trimming. You'll have the opportunity to create various functional and decorative pieces, all while gaining valuable hands-on experience in the craft. Whether you're an aspiring ceramic artist or just looking to explore your creative side, this course offers a supportive environment to develop your skills and express yourself through pottery. Join us and transform raw clay into beautifully crafted pieces of art.

8 Weeks Starts Thursday, 17 July 12:30pm – 3:30pm

https://estuaryarts.arlo.co/w/courses/655-eza-beginners-pottery-afternoons-with-emma-zhang

10/05/2025

09/05/2025

It was such a lovely day to hang out with these incredible ladies. Thanks the Women's Centre Rodney for organizing this special Mother’s Day event, especially Michelle who helped out in the workshop.

01/05/2025

Make a cup. Make a mess. Make Mum’s Day.

Join us for a Mother’s Day workshop where you’ll roll, shape, and sass your way into making a one-of-a-kind cup with Emma from Rui Ceramics! No pottery experience? No worries — this is all about fun, texture, and totally unpretentious creativity.

Perfect for gifting… or claiming as your own “emotional support mug.”
(We won’t tell.)

Friday 9 May | 10:00–12:00
$40 incl clay + firing
Women’s Centre Rodney

Only a few spots — get in quick before they’re kiln-gone!
Register on our What’s On page!

01/05/2025

I will be part of these two exhibitions this month. I hope I will see you there

19/11/2024

A bit of late post. I am thrilled to be selected for the final in the annual exhibition in Whangarei. Don’t miss out on this fantastic show. Only two more weeks to go

12/11/2024

A little video about me and pottery. I am really grateful to have a husband who is videographer. If you are looking for making an video for your business, I would definitely recommend him. He will do a great job. Thanks Jon and the people who have supported me all these years.