Ceramics
"Painting is just another way of keeping a diary."
― Pablo Picasso
Recently, the artwork I have been creating has been carrying on from finishing my Masters Degree in Ceramics.
I have always worked with transferring images onto the surfaces of the objects I hand-build. Using the surface of the clay like a blank page in a journal, I tell a story using photographs, lino prints and single descriptive words.
Through studying for my MA, this has developed from the literal to the supposed. Having started by printing images onto stoneware clay, I now draw on thin sheets of porcelain clay, cover the drawing with a resist and wash the surrounding porcelain clay off, leaving a seemingly blank surface which only reveals the drawing when the translucent surface is lit from behind.
Image Gallery
Face Pots
Being addicted to all things Roman, frequent adventures to various sites introduced me to face pots. Face pots have been found all over the world and they were used to hold the cremated remains of humans. No one knows if the face depicted on the pot is the face of the deceased contained within, or perhaps the face of the artist who made the pot. facinatingly, modern science can tell us the sex, diseases suffered, where the deceased came from and what sort of foods they ate from the bone fragments in the ashes. Inspired by the story behind them, I have been creating my own take on the originals.
I provide commissioned sculpting services to create unique pots featuring your selected individuals. These custom face pots make exceptional gifts or cherished keepsakes. Contact me today to discuss vision.
Chapter Pots
Handbuilt stoneware pots that encapsulate the chapters of life through image transfers, words, and Lino printing. Each distinct piece narrates a story of growth and transformation, merging artistry with practicality. Celebrate life's milestones with these exquisite creations, designed using your photographs, words and images of your favourite items transformed into linoprint
3D Memory Pots
These handbuilt stoneware pots, designed to encapsulate cherished memories from my life. Each vessel showcases detailed 3D images, merging artistry with personal significance. This collection expands on my image transfer techniques, exploring themes of memory loss and converting experiences into enduring art. Each piece serves as a reflection on individual memories while celebrating the essence of remembrance. Commisions undertaken for your individual needs - a unique way to store your memories.
Personalised Pet Bowls
Discover our custom hand-crafted stoneware pet bowls, tailored for your beloved companion. Each made-to-order bowl showcases a 2D representation of your selected breed and your pet's name. Available in small, medium, and Large sizes, every piece is unique. Other sizes can be made. We also provide an anti-choke design for enhanced safety.
