I work predominantly with stoneware clay that will withstand both the heat of the oven and the extreme outdoor weather conditions. I love throwing large open forms and using glazes to contrast with the textured clay body of each piece. Most recently
I have enjoyed painting in glaze with a brush directly onto the clay body . With a transparent glaze applied it also becomes more of an aesthetic piece. On the quirky side I have thrown bowls with expressive lips; bowls with an animal on the side; jugs with fun ‘hand’-les; platters of whole imprinted leaves with decorative coils, or even a mouse or snail. Animals and birds, both true to life and sometimes quirky, often feature in my thrown and hand-built work. Garden Features include birds on the edge of a birdbath or perched 'a top' stacking stones ( made of clay). In and amongst the borders these pose quite a feature. Animals and birds come alive, with a flick of an ear or tilt of a head.
Most recently I have been throwing with and modelling with Porcelain clay, which adds another dimension to my work.
I strongly believe that any functional pottery must be a thing of beauty that you can leave out on display and yet have ready to hand for daily use.
For ever learning, I also love to teach and so enjoy it when the student flies solo. Regular lessons are always one on one to ensure tailoring the session to developing skills and then enjoying their individual take on the design.
I also enjoy experience sessions with 2 or 3 people and maybe even starting a passion for making and creating.
I take commissions and love the challenge of fulfilling someone's dreams.

I am never happier than when I am in my studio making and creating.
Come and see for yourself. There will be demonstrations on request, should time allow.