My journey in pottery began around 2010. At that point I’d spent my whole career as a graphic designer but had begun to feel something was missing. The trouble, I realised, was that advances in technology meant I was working entirely on a computer screen. I was in danger of losing the connection between hands and heart that underpinned my creativity.

 

So I found a potter to teach me the basics of pottery on the wheel. Somehow it felt like coming home. After another year attending an evening pottery class at a local university, I took the plunge and bought my own wheel and kiln – and haven’t stopped since. 

 

I’m especially drawn to the Japanese aesthetic of simple organic shapes and finding beauty in the imperfect. My pieces may be wheel-thrown or hand-built depending on my mood – but always look as if they belong together. I love to group them and see how they complement each other.

 

Nothing stays still. I’m constantly experimenting with form, texture and application of the glaze, trying to move my work to its next level. But it always has a practical purpose. The idea that we can use beautiful, handmade items in our everyday life is very important to me.

 

My work features in private collections and has been seen in some of the leading galleries in North Wales including Ruthin Craft Centre, The Royal Cambrian Academy of Art, Oriel Glasfryn,

Y Capel Llangollen and Tregony Contemporary St Mawes.