Celebrating Clay, Community, & Creativity on Bundjalung Country
We are a collective of professional ceramic artists & potters living & working on the Northern Rivers of NSW.
North Coast Ceramics Inc. is a community-driven organisation dedicated to supporting and celebrating professional ceramic artists and potters across Bundjalung Country, Northern Rivers. We foster a vibrant creative community through annual events like the Mud Trail, NCC Ceramic Award, and Mullum Christmas Market, offering artists a platform to share their craft, connect with the public, and inspire future generations.
Showcase Your Ceramic Mastery in the 2025 NCC Award!
We’re excited to announce the 2025 NCC Award, now open to ceramic artists from Nambucca to Noosa and west to the Great Divide. This prestigious Northern Rivers event celebrates exceptional ceramic artistry, with Curator Elizabeth Bates and a distinguished judging panel ensuring an inspiring showcase.
Click the link to learn more and get involved!
Follow the Mud Trail: A Journey Through the Studios of Northern Rivers’ Finest Ceramic Artists!
Step into the creative world of Northern Rivers' ceramic artists with the annual Mud Trail! This beloved event invites you to explore open studios, meet talented local potters, and experience the artistry of handmade ceramics up close. Wander through the scenic landscapes of Bundjalung Country as you connect with artists in their studios, watch live demonstrations, and discover unique pieces available for purchase. Whether you're a ceramics enthusiast or simply curious, the Mud Trail offers an unforgettable journey celebrating creativity and supporting local independent artists.
There is a quiet magic in the hands of potters and ceramic artists—those who shape the earth, who mould clay into vessels of beauty, resilience, and purpose. Each piece carries whispers of the land, reflections of nature’s textures, and the warmth of human touch. To work with clay is to honour the ancient bond between earth and maker, to slow down, to listen, to create.
Supporting local, independent artists means nurturing this timeless craft and allowing the creative spirit of our community to thrive. By choosing handmade, you are not only bringing home something unique but also sustaining the dreams and talents of those who dedicate themselves to this art.
If you are an artist, seasoned or just beginning, the North Coast Ceramics community welcomes you. Here, you’ll find kindred spirits who share your love for clay and who believe in the power of creating together. Join us in shaping a world where art and community meet, grounded in the beauty of our shared earth.