Using techniques similar to those used to make full-size pots, Arora creates a variety of miniatures, including teapots, jugs and saucepans with lids, spouts and handles that are carefully crafted on a full-size potter’s wheel just like their full-size counterparts.

She draws inspiration from her experiences in various pottery studios and integrates different aesthetics into her work.

Her passion for miniatures stems from their intricate details and she finds the process deeply meditative.

Once fired, these little pots resemble jewels, perfect for display without taking up much space and still being eye-catching.

Arora also sells her miniatures in England at The Leach Gallery and Winchcombe Pottery.

In addition to her career as a potter, she has worked as an educator for the past 14 years.

She is a ceramics and design specialist at Pathways School in Noida, near New Delhi, where she has been nurturing the creativity and skills of her students for over nine years.

The kilns are managed by the Mirek Smisek Arts Trust. Trustee Jane Manthel said of Arora: “Her commitment to art and education underlines her impactful contributions to the pottery community and beyond.”

“We are delighted to have Tinni in our community, even if only for two months, and are excited that she will share her knowledge of an Indian Raku firing technique called Obvara with us at a workshop in early September.

“Tinni will also conclude her residency with an exhibition at The Kilns on September 28 and 29.”

For further details and bookings visit www.thekilnsattehoro.co.nz.

The Kilns at Te Horo, on Jim Winiata Way off School Road, are open every Thursday to Sunday from 1am to 4pm.