Whilst studying for my degree in Norway my main Ceramics tutor told us not to attempt using the potter’s wheel during our studies as he insisted the course did not allow us enough hours practice to master the craft. Being a typical student, I felt extremely provoked by this statement. Determined to prove him wrong – I spent an entire exchange period at Manchester Metropolitan University purely concentrating on learning the skill.

I soon fell in love with this instant and tactile way of making and have not moved away from the technique since.

Memories from Norway are an important source of inspiration in my work. The soft curves and sweeping shapes with hints of bulges or indentations are reflecting the shapes of a snow covered landscape – where the original shape of the object covered is almost unrecognizable. Sharp edges get softened and the bright colours whitened.

Please note that her work is dishwasher, oven and microwave safe, although they will become quite hot in the microwave. Vases have had an extra water seal treatment, and can hold water for long periods.  Other work is also watertight, but not for long periods.