Melissa Hastings - Shaw Road Ceramics

Large Evening Primrose Presentation Bowl

Nestled among the apple orchards of Oratia, West Auckland, Shaw Road Ceramics was founded in 2018 by ceramicist and sculptor Melissa Hastings. With a background in film and theatre design, Melissa’s creative path took a new direction after relocating to the west coast of Tāmaki Makaurau, where her deepening connection to nature led her into the world of environmental arts.

Over the years, Melissa has led and collaborated on numerous community art projects in local schools and played a key mentoring role with the talented rangatahi of the Kākano Youth Arts Collective. These experiences continue to shape her practice, bringing a strong sense of place and purpose to her work.

Working from Shed 27, Melissa creates functional stoneware and sculptural vessels that reflect both her reverence for the natural world and her love of modernist design. Her pieces are characterised by soft, earthy tones and thoughtful, architectural forms—designed to bring beauty and calm into everyday life.

‘The medium of ceramics was the perfect place for me to land at this time in my life. I believe there is no better material than clay to demonstrate fragility and strength in equal measure, which epitomises everything I seek to reflect and create in my own artistic practice’

Visitors can expect:
View of works in progress, Work for sale

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Map Number

Days
Saturday and Sunday

Address
27 Shaw Road
Oratia

Accessibility
Step-free entry
Uneven ground
Wheelchair accessible but small studio, wheelchair access possible but tight spaces.

Parking
Off-street or driveway parking
On-street parking

Family-friendly

Payment Options
Bank transfer, Cash

Contact
Email | Website | Instagram

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