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I am a studio potter making functional and one-off pieces,
working
 with
a range of stoneware and porcelain clays. My work is fired
in an oriental style three-chamber wood-kiln and a
salt-glaze gas kiln, both of which I have built myself. I
am fascinated by the interaction of salt and wood-fire
with the clay. These methods of firing enhance by forms
and are a source of constant inspiration.
I am also a professionally trained Art and Ceramics
teacher and have been running
pottery courses
for adults (beginners to professional) here at my studio since 1995. Have a look at this season’s courses. Individuals and groups can choose from a range of pottery courses suitable for all levels. There are beginners courses and courses for more advanced students focusing on salt-glazing, creative-throwing or wood-firing.
We are conscious of our commitment to the environment and we aim to make our courses as sustainable as possible. The setting is in a clean, rural environment, my studio being a sensitive restoration of an old farm barn. We have a bog garden where wild life can thrive. We grow our own vegetables which you can enjoy at the table. Other produce is sourced locally when possible.
In this environment your creativity will be nurtured. To quote the potter Takeshi Yasuda “ Squeeze clay, it will trap you for a life time.”
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