About Us - Kairava Gullatz

Creative Background

Born in Koln (Cologne), Kairava immigrated to NZ in 1997. Her experience is as follows:

  • Studio potter for the last 20 years in Germany and NZ
  • 1988-97 ceramic studio and exhibitions in Germany, receiving two ceramic awards
  • 1988 Diploma in Ceramics Design
  • Ceramic studio at Corban’s Estate Arts Centre
  • taught ceramic art classes for adults and children at Corban’s Estate and Artstation

Teaching Philosophy

“It’s been 25 years now for me, a time of experimenting with form and enjoying the medium of clay. I would like to share my knowledge with everyone who is interested in learning about pottery and clay sculpting techniques. You will enjoy the creative journey of shaping clay after your imagination supported by me as your assistant in all technical aspects and for questions of design. Most important for me is to provide a space where everyone is free to play and discover their individual ways of expressing themselves with clay.”

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Our Vision

Mairangi Arts Centre is a strong, community based visual arts education centre supporting and encouraging local/regional and culturally diverse communities to experience and enjoy a diverse range of visual arts practices, exhibitions and education programmes.

Our Purpose

To provide a supportive, nurturing and encouraging environment at Mairangi Arts Centre that fosters community access to and participation in the visual arts by offering a strong and purposeful education and exhibition programme that meets the learning and presentation needs of the community.