Ceramics
Since studying Fine Art at Bristol I have had an interest in ceramics, as the ceramics department was next to the sculpture studios. For a few years I attended night classes in ceramics, more for an insight into the working processes, which are varied and complex, rather than ever imagining that I would ever have the time to forge a little path in making my own pots.
In 2021 I discovered that I had a rapid growing cataract on my left eye. I reached the point where I couldn't see well enough to paint or draw,. My hands were twitching and my mind was frustrated, so I ordered some clay and started playing. I enjoy how expressive and dextrous clay is. When I am painting or drawing I am working on a 2dimensional surface, but still considering the 3 dimensional forms and surfaces. Hand building these 'Coastal vessels' has enabled me to express a tactile form of observation. 
These 3 vessels from 2022 have all sold, but there are some very new pieces for this year.