Contemporary Ceramics Inspired by Nature and Architecture.
Kirsten Dryburgh is a seasoned ceramicist based in Aotearoa with over 25 years of experience spanning pottery, floristry, and sculpture. A graduate of Elam School of Fine Arts, she draws inspiration from classical design and urban architecture, reinterpreting traditional forms into contemporary, story-rich ceramics.
Working from her Grey Lynn studio, Kirsten uses locally sourced and imported stoneware clays, with glazes influenced by Auckland’s volcanic geology—incorporating natural elements like rocks, sand, and mineral-rich waters. Her pieces blend functional and sculptural forms, crafted through wheel throwing, press moulding, slab construction, and hand-building techniques.
Each work reflects Kirsten’s deep respect for materiality and the timeless beauty of handmade craft. Explore her collection for unique ceramics designed for everyday use and artistic display.
![Pyxis Stoneware Lidded Bowl [05]](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0594/9675/9409/files/Pyxis5.jpg?v=1749012332&width=1200&height=1600&crop=center)
![Pyxis Stoneware Lidded Bowl [04]](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0594/9675/9409/files/hand_crafted_modern-11.jpg?v=1749011473&width=1200&height=1600&crop=center)
![Pyxis Stoneware Lidded Bowl [03]](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0594/9675/9409/files/Pyxis_3.jpg?v=1749011925&width=1200&height=1600&crop=center)
![Pyxis Stoneware Lidded Bowl [02]](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0594/9675/9409/files/Pyxis_2.jpg?v=1748833233&width=1200&height=1600&crop=center)
![Geometric Lexicon Vase [01]](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0594/9675/9409/files/KD-01.jpg?v=1738626281&width=1200&height=1600&crop=center)
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Contemporary Ceramics Inspired by Nature and Architecture.
Kirsten Dryburgh is a seasoned ceramicist based in Aotearoa with over 25 years of experience spanning pottery, floristry, and sculpture. A graduate of Elam School of Fine Arts, she draws inspiration from classical design and urban architecture, reinterpreting traditional forms into contemporary, story-rich ceramics.
Working from her Grey Lynn studio, Kirsten uses locally sourced and imported stoneware clays, with glazes influenced by Auckland’s volcanic geology—incorporating natural elements like rocks, sand, and mineral-rich waters. Her pieces blend functional and sculptural forms, crafted through wheel throwing, press moulding, slab construction, and hand-building techniques.
Each work reflects Kirsten’s deep respect for materiality and the timeless beauty of handmade craft. Explore her collection for unique ceramics designed for everyday use and artistic display.
process Dryburgh Pottery
“I love making teapots and domestic ware and the idea of the daily ceremonies that they will perform. But my real passion is towards more sculptural pieces such as brutalist or organically formed vases. The spatial quality of a vase, how it sits within a space inspires me.”
Having been a florist for many years, Kirsten's vases are designed in perfect proportions for flowers. One-third vase, two-thirds flowers.
Hand-thrown on a potter’s wheel and made in limited quantities. Each glaze finish is the result of countless hours of testing and refinement.