Our Story
Kayde built ClayGround and Bondi Clay, two ethically conscious and sustainable studios because it was his mission to not only support the natural environment, but also create a community that fosters creativity and connection through the sharing of thoughts, ideas and talent in our growing community of ceramicists.
Kayde first opened Bondi Clay in 2019 as a way of sharing his love for ceramics with his community. Kayde created this studio to offer a wide selection of classes, workshops and events to all ages and skill levels. ClayGround then came to life at the start of 2021 as a dedicated membership based studio where people could expand and share their ceramic skills in a cutting-edge studio space. This has allowed him to build a community hub that inspires joy, relaxation and creative expression, celebrating the incredible benefits of ceramics.
Thank you for reading our story, we cannot wait to meet you in our studios!
Our Mission
At ClayGround, our mission is to create personal flow, cultivate connection through community, and give back to the earth wherever possible.
Through the act of creating, we help our students find calm, focus, fulfilment, and flow. Through our community, we offer an inclusive space where like-minded people can connect in person, share ideas, and learn together. And through our efforts to give back, we use our platform to support our broader community and natural environment — championing fundraisers, charities, and initiatives that make a positive impact.
We recognise the opportunity and responsibility we have to care for both our community and the planet. As an eco-conscious studio, we lead with intention — sourcing ethical and sustainable materials, minimising our footprint, and continually reflecting on how we can do better. Each day, we strive for excellence in our craft and integrity in our actions, moving as a force for good. In our commitment to Mother Earth and the extended ClayGround family, we proudly donate a portion of our profits to organisations protecting our natural world and invite our community to join us in shaping a more connected, creative, and sustainable future.
How we give back to the community & environment
Our Sustainable Practices
We believe we have a duty to care for the environment, and constantly seek out ways to improve our carbon footprint. Our studios have been designed with sustainable practice front of mind. We actively source sustainable materials and ethically made products, removing single-use plastic from our studios, and use 100% carbon neutral electricity to power our lights and equipment.
Our Community
Using the art of ceramics, we offer an inclusive space of creativity and relaxation to our community, teaching all ages, genders, backgrounds and abilities. We have had the privilege of getting to know many amazing people from the local and regional community over the past couple of years.
Our Donations
Since 2022, we've been committed to supporting environmental initiatives through charitable donations. That year, we contributed to Lock the Gate and Beyond Zero Emissions to aid in the fight against climate change and the advancement of renewable energy solutions. In 2023, we partnered with Greenspark, ensuring a portion of every sale supports organizations dedicated to protecting our natural world. In 2024, we donated to Rainforest Connection to help combat deforestation. Looking ahead to 2025, we plan to expand our support to local charities and conservation groups, focusing on innovative ways to recycle and repurpose ceramics for the benefit of our community and the planet.
Our Country
We acknowledge and pay our respects to the Bidijigal and Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, the Arakwal, Widjabal and Minjungbal of the Bundjalung Nation and all Traditional Custodians of the land on which we practise. We pay our respects to their Elders, past, present and emerging, and acknowledge all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. We will continue to listen, learn, and support their culture so that it may be respected and understood by generations to come.
Our Fundraising Partners
