Ceramicist creates shining example of kindness in clay

Kelsey Northcott at the pottery wheel. Her business is helping homeless people through  the Shack in Nambour.

Nineteen year old Palmwoods student Kelsey Northcott, has made her debut in small business by focussing on ‘small acts to change the world’.

In doing so Kelsey has already made a valuable contribution to help the local homeless community.

“I want to be able to look back on my life and know that I did everything I could to bring some light to those who need it the most,” Kelsey said.

After completing her education at Suncoast Christian College, Kelsey enrolled to study economics at USC and has started her business Sun Ceramics & Co from her home studio.

“I love the idea of having my own business, because apart from allowing me to be independent and creative, it also enables me to help others,” she explained.

Kelsey produces clay kits consisting of raw clay and tools, which people can purchase to make their own ceramic pieces. All proceeds from the clay kits are donated to the Shack in Nambour.

“I also make ceramic pieces to sell, and run ceramic classes,” Kelsey said. “You can bring your little ones, your mum, your bestie or your other half. You will be welcomed with a platter and a table set up for hand building.

“Then you will be shown through the techniques used in handbuilding and put on the right path to creating your pieces”.

The Sun Ceramics classes are held at Hello Studio in Buderim and the kits can be purchased from the website www.sunceramicsco.com.au or from Slide Coffee in Coolum and Caloundra.