And now to the master-crafters, those who work with texture, colour and form and wed them with functionality to produce wonderful pieces that have purpose in our lives as well as bringing joy to our homes. Here is a selection to tickle your tastebuds.
And that is certainly what our fabulous photographers achieve, sharing heart-stopping images that highlight the beauty around us. Here are a few of their jewels.
Nick Pearce- ceramicist
Nick is based in Netherstreet at 'The Gallery at Poppins'. He makes an eclectic variety of stoneware ceramic forms. They range from flat wall pieces to highly coloured functional mugs, jugs, bowls and vases. Always stylish, sophisticated and a joy to behold.
Kareen Jackson - woodcrafter plus..
Kareen creates beautiful wooden platters with pictures which often reflect the local landscape or wildlife. The platters are hand made from locally sourced wood, usually Oak and the pictures are burned into the wood by hand. But there is much more to this talented lady: visit her studio to see other amazing expressions of her artistic skill.
Rhianon Beardsall - glassworker and ceramicist plus..
Nature inspired, Rhianon celebrates colour in her joyful artwork. She creates colourful, contemporary mosaics in stained glass and ceramics, ranging from large panels to wearable art. A Fauvist at heart, she creates vibrant paintings in mixed media acrylic, from contemporary to layered abstracts. Rhianon works from her compact studio in Wroughton overlooking the Downs.
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