The Southside Clay Trail
Saturday 7 November | 10am–4pm
A day of clay, creativity and community
Little Earth Studio is excited to be part of the Southern Clay Trail, a celebration of the incredible ceramic artists, studios and creative spaces in our local neighbourhood.
The Southern Clay Trail invites you to explore the world of clay right here in our community. Wander between participating studios, meet local makers, discover their work and get a glimpse into the creative spaces where ideas are shaped into something tangible.
From functional pottery and sculptural forms to unique handmade pieces, every studio has its own story to tell.
Join us at Little Earth Studio to explore our space, discover the work of our featured artists and connect with the wonderful community of people who make, teach and create with clay.
Whether you're a fellow ceramic artist, a pottery enthusiast or simply curious about the magic of making, we'd love you to come along.
Make a day of it, explore the trail and support the talented artists and creative spaces that make our neighbourhood so special.
Keep the celebration going!
Little Earth Studio Social Opening Party
Saturday 7 November | 5pm–9pm
We're not quite ready to call it a day when the trail closes!
Join us that evening for a relaxed social gathering as we celebrate Little Earth Studio, the artists around us and the creative community we're so excited to be part of.
Expect live music, drinks, food and good company in our little corner of the clay world.
Come meet the artists, catch up with fellow creatives, enjoy some live music and help us celebrate this exciting chapter for Little Earth Studio.
Whether you join us during the day, come along for the evening, or make a whole day of it, we'd love to see you there.
Come for the clay, stay for the community.
We can't wait to welcome you!
Little Earth Studio
Moorabbin, Victoria
Meet the artists
As part of the Southern Clay Trail, we'll be showcasing a collection of work by talented ceramic artists. Come and discover their individual styles, techniques and approaches to working with clay, and enjoy seeing the diversity of creativity within our local ceramics community.
Artists on display:
Tahlia from Little Box of Chaos
Using hand-building and slip-casting techniques, Tahlia creates quirky, one-of-a-kind ceramics that celebrate colour, chaos and character. Embracing the weird, the whimsical and the imperfect, her work is all about bringing a little joy and making people smile.
Shirley from Cubby House Ceramics
Handmade on the Mornington Peninsula. What I make is unique, quirky and one offs. I do a lot of my work from my cubby house studio and am obsessed with handbuilding pottery.
Yvonne from Kooky Clay
Inspired by historical architecture and archaeology, Yvonne is drawn to creating hand-built ceramics that look as though they’ve been freshly excavated. She particularly loves the juxtaposition of raw clay, mineral oxides and unexpected pops of colour for modernizing zing!
Shelley from Shelley Booth Ceramics
Shelley is a ceramic artist specializing in creating sculptural forms inspired by the feminine figure. With a Bachelor of Applied Arts in Ceramics from Monash University, Shelley has honed her skills in various hand-building techniques, particularly coiling, to craft unique and expressive pieces. Her work emphasizes the beauty and complexity of the human form, bringing a tactile and visual depth to each creation.
In addition to her artistic practice, Shelley runs Shelley Booth Ceramics, a business offering a range of handmade wares including mugs, incense holders, vases, plates, bowls, and plant pots. Each piece is crafted with care, showcasing her commitment to quality and artistry.
Emma from Emma Alsop Art
Emma’s creative journey began as a child when she enjoyed digging up clay at Point Leo Beach during her Summer holidays. The smell and touch gave her a sense of excitement and the freedom to create something beautiful. Exploring ceramics has allowed her to delve into different clay types and glazes, pushing the boundaries of what she can achieve and unlocking new possibilities and techniques. She finds inspiration in the vastness, colours, textures and contrasts of her natural surroundings.
