Ceramic Studio News

How to Style Coastal Ceramics — Wave Bowls and Vases for Every Room
Discover how to style handcrafted coastal ceramics across every room — wave bowls, rockpool vases and sculptural pieces that settle into a home rather than announcing themselves. Made in Sydney. Read more...
How to Glaze Ceramics: Techniques, Tips & Finishes
A complete guide to glazing ceramics — from choosing the right glaze and application techniques, to how electric and gas kilns produce different finishes. Written by Polly Barton, Sydney ceramicist. Read more...
What It's Like to Exhibit at the Sydney Ceramics Market — Carriageworks
I'm still coming down from the high of an incredible weekend at the Sydney Ceramics Market at Carriageworks — and I had to write about it properly. The Sydney Ceramics... Read more...
Sydney Ceramics Market 2025 at Carriageworks — Polly Barton Ceramics
In October 2025, Polly Barton Ceramics returns to the Sydney Ceramics Market at Carriageworks — our third year in a row at one of Australia's finest ceramics events. Sydney Ceramics Market... Read more...
Carriageworks Christmas Markets, Sydney
Polly Barton Ceramics will be exhibiting handcrafted ceramics and tableware Carriageworks Christmas Markets in Sydney. The Carriageworks Christmas Market is a one-day-only event with extended shopping hours. With more than 100 stallholders... Read more...
Sydney Ceramics Market 2024, Carriageworks
Polly Barton Ceramics will be exhibiting tableware and homeware at the Sydney Ceramics Market at Carriageworks in Sydney. She is delighted to have her own stall, after exhibiting last year as part... Read more...
How to Make Pottery: A Complete Step-by-Step Guide
Creating pottery is one of the oldest and most rewarding craft traditions. This step-by-step guide walks through every stage of the process — from choosing your clay and shaping techniques,... Read more...
Sydney Ceramics Market, Carriage Works
I will be stepping out of the studio this weekend to the Sydney Ceramics Market at Carriage Works, as part of the Claypool Studio stand. Sydney Ceramics Market is set to uncover... Read more...