Presented as part of Melbourne Design Week 2026, “Printing Rhythms” is an open-studio event by Clay Dance Studio, inviting visitors to observe 3D-printing clay ceramics, accompanied by immersive soundscapes and collective botanical creation.

The program opens on Friday evening with a launch event where multiple 3D printers operate throughout the studio, producing vessels and sculptural forms in real time. Guest sound artists provide curated soundscapes while attendees are invited to contribute to a collective botanical installation.

Across the weekend, the studio remains open as an exhibition and operating workspace. Visitors can observe live printing demonstrations, view finished works, and learn about the digital fabrication process. There will be finished ceramic pieces available for purchase.

In collaboration with Tremella Botanicals and 302 Flowers, a Macedon Ranges–based flower farm, visitors contribute to a growing floral installation by placing seasonal blooms into 3D-printed ceramic vessels. All works are designed, printed, fired on-site in Footscray.

Printing Rhythms presents the studio as both a cross disciplinary production space and a gathering place. It explores the relationship between digital technology, botanical elements, and community participation while showcasing the creative landscape of Melbourne's inner west.

Dates: 15–17 May, 2026
Location: Clay Dance Studio
Address: 20 Droop St, Footscray

Friday 15 May

6pm–9pm - Opening Night

• Clay 3D-printing & exhibition
• Collective Floral Installation
• Live Soundscapes by Konker Malual
  
• Bites by Shop Bao Ngoc
  
• Drinks by Hop Nation
• Ceramic shop
  

Saturday 16 May

12pm–5pm - Open Studio

• Clay 3D-printing & exhibition
• Collective Floral Installation
• DJ set by Neil E.
• Ceramic shop

Sunday 17 May

12pm–5pm - Open Studio

• Clay 3D-printing & exhibition
• Collective Floral Installation
• Live soundscapes by Jesse Kendal
• Ceramic shop