Using natural materials to carve texture and stoneware glaze, I make ceramic tiles that depict local landscapes. Some words to fill this bit: (Many years ago) I studied at Sheffield Hallam University on the BA Sculpture course and then gained a First Class honours degree in Design and Art Direction at Manchester Metropolitan University. The sculptural and graphic influences combine in my work. I like carving into the clay like linocut. I experiment creating ceramic scenes of the ever-changing landscapes that are out of my window. It is a treat to have a play and enjoy the pleasure of the making process and the alchemy that occurs in the kiln. It is both meditative and adrenaline pumping! I love having a production line; making multiple pieces enables me to take risks and let the glaze work its magic.
