Finally, first post of the year, even if it took me until March!
Read MoreMoleskine and Sketchbook Stuff
Long time no post. At the moment it’s still all about the pottery and shows no sign of stopping, particularly as I decided to continue my pottery course for another year. However, here and there I have done the odd doodle in my sketchbook and Moleskines. So, here is a small selection over the last few months that I don’t mind too much.
Read MoreCeramics: New Work in Development
I love the look of pottery when it’s ready to bisque, or has been and is ready for final firing. It always look so delicate and pale, just hinting at its promise… So, this is a selection of recent pinch pots I’ve made (and a little cylinder pot) in various stages of development. Some have been bisqued and ready for a glaze and final firing, and others ready for a bisque firing.
Read MoreDraw a Dragon Mummy!
When your Dragon obsessed daughter insists you draw a Dragon, what can you do, but do as she says! My Dragon obsessed daughter for her birthday, asked for all things Dragon related, and she got them. A Dragon bracelet made by my friend Sylvie, Dragons books, Dragon mug, pen, bookmark, etc. Her passion for Dragons is something I don’t share, but, fully support and encourage. The sketchbook is handmade and includes paper of different tones, weights and thickness. It was made by my friend Helen Smith on Etsy.
Read MoreOrla’s Great Birthday Pottery Party
I don’t often talk about my family or my private life on my blog, as you know. But, this weekend marked a very special occasion for me and one I feel I wanted to mark here, it was my daughter Orla’s 11th birthday. Those of you whom I know in real life, know that my girl is the centre of mine and Luke’s universe. She is literally, the beat of my heart.
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