Ceramics Discipline

Inspired by the writings of Bernard Leach, it has been my aim to support myself by the work of my own hands. I would like to think of my pottery as an offshoot of the thinking which John Ruskin began, … Continue reading →

During the last two years my work has taken a new path. For many years I was known for my colourful high fired stoneware. The turning point came two years ago when I was asked by an artist friend of … Continue reading →

The starting point for my work is developed on the North Wales coast where I spend a quarter of my working year recording in a variety of media the textures, shapes, colour and structure of the coastal landscape. This rich … Continue reading →

The majority of my work is thrown, reduction fired stoneware. I am currently developing vase and bowl forms contrasting rough textures with smooth surfaces. I enjoy the process of firing, which is why I like working with open flame in … Continue reading →

Qualifications BA Hons – Industrial Ceramics, Stoke on Trent MA – Ceramics, Royal College of Art, London 1986 Membership of other societies Connected with Aldermaston Pottery since 1986. In 1996 moved out of London to Hampshire, freelance designing and decorating, … Continue reading →

I took up ceramics in 1990 when I was working as an architect in Hong Kong. The feel of the clay and my delight in making a structured piece out of a formless lump became more and more important in … Continue reading →

My ceramics are handbuilt, ranging from one-off wall panels and vessels to jewellery and buttons. I decorate with added texture, incised lines, coloured slips, glazes and a controlled sawdust firing which I developed so my vessels could be glazed internally … Continue reading →