Ceramics is something I do because I love it.  The transformation of liquid slip to hard, formed ceramic is a fascinating process, especially discovering ways and means that might be thought impossible.  I can experiment for hours, completely loosing track of time, and not always ending up with anything worth pursuing, but that doesn’t diminish the pleasure. 

It is as satisfying to be able to confidently say ‘that doesn’t work’ as it is to make the discovery that something else does.  To be able to find a solution to a problem or discover a new technique is an incredibly satisfying feeling and keeps the momentum of development going.

When I began using porcelain I wanted to control it.  It didn’t take me long to realise that the bits I failed to control were more interesting then those I could control.  This initial struggle between control and lack there of can be seen in my current work.  Structure fights with the natural inclination of the material to take its own shape.

The essence of my work is simplicity though not obviously.  Each piece is very simply made though it might look intricate….

Creating a successful piece of work is addictive. It inspires me to produce more pieces that push the boundaries of my imagination as well as the limitations of the material.  I get so absorbed in my work that I can happily work all day without noticing the time go by.