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I make slip-decorated earthenware pottery for people to enjoy using and to make them smile. Exhibiting as a guest of the Deepford Artists.

Katherine Winfrey

I make slip-decorated earthenware pottery for people to enjoy using and to make them smile. Exhibiting as a guest of the More

Fiona Swepson is a Lincolnshire-based potter who creates wheel-thrown porcelain functional ware with a focus on texture and craftsmanship. Working primarily with porcelain, Fiona combines traditional techniques with a contemporary approach, bringing each piece to life through a delicate balance of form and texture. The texture on each piece is achieved through the intricate art of slip trailing, a technique that involves applying liquid clay in fine, controlled patterns onto the surface. This adds a unique tactile quality to the work, creating a sense of movement and depth. The finished pieces are both beautiful and functional, designed to enhance daily life with a touch of artistry.   Fiona's pottery is all about creating beautiful, everyday pieces that are both practical and enjoyable to use. Each item is designed to be a part of daily life, whether it's a mug you reach for every morning or a bowl you use at dinner. The combination of thoughtful design and handmade craftsmanship brings a little extra joy to the simple moments of life.  

Fiona Swepson

Fiona Swepson is a Lincolnshire-based potter who creates wheel-thrown porcelain functional ware with a focus on texture and craftsmanship. Working More

Painter/ Sculptor  Robert is happiest painting en plein air, sometimes finishing the pictures in the studio, where he also sculpts figurative pieces in clay for later kiln firing. instagram.com/bobhookeartist

Robert Hooke

Painter/ Sculptor  Robert is happiest painting en plein air, sometimes finishing the pictures in the studio, where he also sculpts figurative More

I’m Steph, a self-taught potter based just outside Stamford. My pottery started as a hobby, that turned into an obsession, and is now my job! Each piece is handmade on my potter’s wheel. I work with black, grey and speckled stoneware clay as well as porcelain. I like clean lines and enjoy showing the contrast of the raw unglazed clay with simple glazes.  I have recently started working with willow and love the smoothness of the clay against the rough rustic willow.  Together, clay and willow have taken over, it has all got a bit out of hand, and I couldn’t be happier! Please come and join me, along with other artists, at The Wilfrid Wood Hall, Barnack. It is a lovely location with easy access.

Steph Bowden Hughes

I’m Steph, a self-taught potter based just outside Stamford. My pottery started as a hobby, that turned into an obsession, More

dei ceramics work & inspiration My work is a celebration of my love for flowers, landscapes, textiles, nature and found objects. I am influenced by the landscape and surroundings of my home and garden in Rutland and beaches in East of England, Wales and Cornwall and produce- Nature printed ceramics Wall Plaques and mini sculptures Outdoor sculptures Organic bonsai pots A large proportion of my work is decorated using nature printing or general printing techniques and often stained to enhance the detail. My quirky wall plaques/wall hangings and mini sculptures are influenced by naive art and the work of Alfred Wallis and John Maltby.   My frost-hardy outdoor sculptures tend to have simple strong lines and a distinctive style that add interest to a garden, especially when set against dark foliage or positioned on hard surfaces.   I handmade organic bonsai pots. Each is unique with no two identical- perfectly imperfect - is how I like to think of them.   Techniques & materials I use stoneware and occasionally porcelain paper clay. Everything is slab-built or carved and sometimes finished on the wheel. Outdoor pots and sculpture are all kiln fired to 1250-1270C to make them frost-hardy. Indoor items are kiln fired to 1220 - 1250C depending on their finish.   Membership I am a member of the Anglian Potters, the Nature Printing Society, Northamptonshire and Rutland Open Studio (NROS), and Peterborough Artists Open Studios (PAOS).   PAOS 2025 I and dei ceramics will be on display at Rene Viner's studio (René Viner - Peterborough Artists Open Studios %) and garden on 28/29th June, together with Petra Wrights functional ceramics. 5/6 and 12/13 June I will be in my studio/garden in Ketton, Rutland. [caption id="attachment_24645" align="alignnone" width="534"] Porcelain nature printed mosaic picture[/caption] [caption id="attachment_26545" align="alignnone" width="400"] Seaside wall plaque[/caption] [caption id="attachment_24722" align="alignnone" width="448"] Ceramic bird wall plaque tile[/caption] [caption id="attachment_24715" align="alignnone" width="300"] Indoor mini bird sculpture[/caption] [caption id="attachment_24714" align="alignnone" width="533"] Small bonsai carved accent pot[/caption]   For more information see www.deiceramics.com

Dawn Isaac (dei ceramics)

dei ceramics work & inspiration My work is a celebration of my love for flowers, landscapes, textiles, nature and found More

[caption id="attachment_22775" align="alignleft" width="389"] Bark like vases in stoneware. Hand formed with slip and sodium silicate to make broken bark type texture[/caption] I have been potting for about 10 years now. Using lots of different types of clay. I use thrown and hand building techniques.  I love Sculpture. Looking to my natural surroundings for inspiration for both Sculpturing and domestic ware pots. I also enjoy Pyrography. I take my inspiration from nature and animals around me.  

Liz Davies

I have been potting for about 10 years now. Using lots of different types of clay. I use thrown and More

I have been making ceramics for many years. I love the versatility of clay, and the different effects the glazes can give. I mainly make pots, using several construction methods and use two colour pallets of ivory and blue, I then can concentrate on the challenge of achieving the right finish for every pot.

Lindsay Wisniewski

I have been making ceramics for many years. I love the versatility of clay, and the different effects the glazes More

I create contemporary functional ceramics using traditional techniques. My forms are hand-thrown using stoneware clay and the glazes I apply play with the interaction of the glazes when fired to high temperature. Open garden Refreshments offered

Petra Wright Ceramics

I create contemporary functional ceramics using traditional techniques. My forms are hand-thrown using stoneware clay and the glazes I apply More

Handbuilt decorative ceramics including jewellery and small hanging pieces which may incorporate wires and chain links.I'm still working with oxides and have incorporated this technique in the recent development of tiles accenting with subtle glazing, Disabled access, car parking, open garden and food & drink all available.

Cheryll Cadman

Handbuilt decorative ceramics including jewellery and small hanging pieces which may incorporate wires and chain links.I’m still working with oxides More

I wasn’t able to participate in OpenStudio this year, so along with Christine and BrianWithall, we decided to have a fun day of pit firing and raku. The initial idea then developed into an Open Day! The date is Saturday 17th August, here at Grange Farm, Benwick, PE15 0XU, from 10am to 3pm. We also have Prue Pye (pruepye.co.uk) , jeweller Lesley Adolphson (Lesley Adolphson.com) and textile artist Andrea van Kleef with her handwoven scarves (@avktextiles). They will have work for sale. Refreshments available, and plenty of parking. I will have old stock for sale and also some studio seconds. Do come along, all welcome!

Denise Brown

I wasn’t able to participate in OpenStudio this year, so along with Christine and BrianWithall, we decided to have a More

Looking forward to welcoming you back to PAOS 2024 Decorative and functional ceramics and evocative semi-abstract paintings will be on display. My paintings and ceramics investigate structures, shapes and colours inspired by our natural world. The detail and pattern often overlooked in our busy lives is of special interest. I love how texture allows a play of light and shadow on the surfaces of my work. My aim is not to attempt to mimic nature but rather describe the qualities of a subjective experience intuitively, thereby encouraging the viewer to ‘feel’ their own interpretation of what they see in my work. My garden has become a bigger canvas for my artistic expression and is open for you to explore and enjoy. Delicious homemade treats available which can be enjoyed in the picturesque garden where mosaic will be on display. Proceeds from refreshments donated to Sue Ryder. “Hand-building clay into objects inspired by nature’s forms and structures is an extension of my textured, atmospheric painting". I strive to create a beauty in imperfect harmony known in Japanas Wabi Sabi: Enjoying the moment and life’s simple pleasures...I hope these hand-built objects bring simple pleasure. Sea, Sky and lanscape inspire my work. These richly textured  and atmospheric paintings are semi abstract and expressionistic. Rather than mimic nature, I prefer to describe the qualities of a subjective experience. [caption id="attachment_24881" align="alignnone" width="438"] Ceramic Wall Art[/caption] Ceramics is an exciting and natural progression of my work. Hand-building and manipulating clay into objects inspired by nature’s forms and structures is an extension of my textured, atmospheric paintings. Latest work includes ceramic Wall Art, currently showcased in galleries around the UK.   Previous and current exhibitions include: V&A London in the ‘Inspired by…’ Exhibition Cecelia Colman Gallery, London VK Gallery, St Ives, Cambridge Ferrers Gallery, Ashby de la Zouch Atholl Gallery, Perthshire Dotty Gallery, Twyford, Leicestershire Doghouse Gallery, Comber, Northern Ireand Whitehouse Gallery, Kirkcudbright, Scotland Solo Gallery, Sheffield Strathearn Gallery, Crieff, Perthshire Neil's Gallery, Filey, North Yorkshire Inspired by Gallery, Danby, North Yorkshire Moors Stamford Arts Gallery Art in the Heart, Peterborough Rutland Open Art, Rutland County Museum Oakham Peterborough Museum and Art Gallery  Atelier East, ‘Best in Show’ 2011 www.reneviner.co.uk    

René Viner

Looking forward to welcoming you back to PAOS 2024 Decorative and functional ceramics and evocative semi-abstract paintings will be on More

[caption id="attachment_863" align="alignnone" width="600"] Christine Withall ceramic pinch pots[/caption] My clay journey last year paused but this year I will begin to explore some ideas and forms that have been in my mind’s eye from experiences and viewed images. Always a pleasure to return to Grange Farm with Denise Brown, there will be Raku and Pit firing demonstrations on both days to enjoy along with cakes and refreshments. Lots of space for parking too. If you feel like a stroll there is a beautiful meadow with a mown path to amble through, with wild flowers, grasses,insects and butterflies. You might even find some treasure. Tablet Boxes Porcelain Hearts  

Christine Withall

My clay journey last year paused but this year I will begin to explore some ideas and forms that have More

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