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K I R S T Y A D A M S
Kirsty Adam’s work is both functional and holds aesthetic meaning, retaining the spontaneity and delicacy intrinsic to making on the potters’ wheel. A Japanese comb tool is used to create and enhance the throwing lines. Her Icelandic collection is the culmination of a research trip to Iceland to express the ‘otherworldliness’ of the landscape.
Kirsty is an award-winning ceramicist currently working from her studio in Newcastle upon Tyne. She originally trained at Brighton Art College and then on the potters’ wheel in Japan. She has developed a personal approach to throwing on the wheel using porcelain clay, to produce unique pieces for the home.
Exhibitions and Events
Being Human
6th March - 19th April 2020
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K A R I N E H I L A I R E
"I was born in France in the rocky back country of the Ardèche. My love for art, creating & making stems back to my parents who are always building and growing much of everything they needed to live. The forms I create are functional vessels, which often take on a sculptural nature. I combined inspirations from artisans crafts and the use of coloured as well as black and white patterns has become a signature in my work."
Upon completing a professional training in Paris at the Manufacture de Sèvres with artists and ceramicists, Karine founded a ceramic studio called l’Argilerie which quickly grew to over 150 members. She also teaches and develops workshops as well as organises events on clay & making. Karine’s main inspiration comes from artisan and crafts, especially basketry and textiles like the African wax printed batik and traditional Ikat textiles from India and Central Asia. Her pieces are colourful, playful and intuitive; creating an eclectic mix of unique motifs and forms.