Ceramics Discipline

Jonathan Chiswell-Jones

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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

Elaine Coles

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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

Beryl Hole

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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

Myra McDonnell

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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

Terri Smart

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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

Polly Swain

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I am a ceramic artist working at present in bone china, producing a range of slip cast bowls, vessels and spoons. All my work is hand decorated using engraving and piercing techniques. This results in each piece having its own unique pattern. I … Continue reading

Jean Tolkovsky

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Since completing a degree in Ceramics at West Surrey College of Art and Design (Farnham), I have combined teaching pottery as an adult education tutor, with making and selling my own work. My main focus is on the small sculptural … Continue reading