A reflection on the 1st year in Ceramics- Where I situate my practice and what I’m looking forward to achieving in the 2nd year of the MA.

A piece I made using fragments of textured slabs, precariously attached and stacked.

Evaluating my tutorials with Micaela Schoop and Anna Lambert

Screen-printing with Micaela Schoop

Discussing the process of making this piece and the challenges I faced along the way

Exploring mono-printing methods and ceramic inks for printing.

A flip-through of my sketchbook from the April-August 2026 semester (Not all included)

Introducing the use of Nichrome wire within my practice- How I’ve used it and what I feel it brings to my work

Exploring a new clay in the studio- Original Craft Crank clay from Potclays.

Some artist highlights from Ceramic Wales 2026

A selection of pieces that haven’t turned out as planned but provided a learning opportunity instead.

A collection of pieces from Semester three so far- reflecting upon why I think these are successful pieces

Building wooden formers to help enhance form, scale and structure within my making- Inspired by the Wendy Lawrence former in the studio.

A variation of tests from May-June 2026 that are helping shape the end of my first year work.

A series of rubbings from the Lake District

Developing on from my ‘stick drawings’ to create clay forms

A series of ‘stick’ drawings- Embracing the element of unpredictability and lack of control through mark-making

Slate pots using slate as an inclusion and exploring other creative developments

Applying textured slabs in a collaged approach whilst using a variation of slips to create a depth of colour

Visiting CAL & the V&A Museum in London on 08/05/2026