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Important Changes to Pottery Sessions As many of you know, my pottery sessions are something I absolutely love sharing with you. However, my family needs me right now. My mother has been unwell for some time, and sadly, she is not expected to get much better. The hospital is now arranging for her to come home, but without an NHS care package in place, I will be spending more time helping my dad to look after her. This means that my pottery service will be more limited for the

Last night I hosted my very first pottery painting session for four lovely ladies — two mums and their daughters. The weather was kind,...

There’s been a shift in my work lately — subtle at first, but now it's unmistakably present in the pieces I make. I've found myself...

The Wows (and Woes) of a Kiln: A Story from My Studio When I first started my pottery journey, owning a kiln felt like a distant...

If you're looking for a creative outlet in Hampshire, pottery classes are an excellent choice. They provide an opportunity to learn a new...

When Things Go Wrong Today wasn’t a good day. My mind has been elsewhere — my mum is very unwell in hospital after a fall, and it’s been...

What a scorcher it’s been lately!  I do love the hot weather, though it certainly makes working with clay a little more fast-paced. That...

Mastering the Big Pot: A Milestone in Clay They say it takes thousands of hours to truly master something. When it comes to pottery, I’d...

I had the distinct privilege of teaching two wonderfully enthusiastic undergraduate students this evening, who joined me for an engaging...

Losing someone close is a heart-wrenching experience. It can create a sense of emptiness that feels impossible to fill. Recently, I had...

A Teapot, A Market, and a Birthday Surprise Romsey Market has always been a place of charming encounters — between people, stories, and...

My First Year as a Potter My journey into pottery began with a night class in Netley Marsh, Hampshire. I remember feeling equal parts...

Nour had her second pottery lesson today, and the excitement was palpable as she arrived at the studio, her enthusiasm radiating in the...

Growing up in the New Forest, horses were part of the everyday rhythm of life — roaming freely, grazing quietly in the early morning...

A Tribute in Clay: Inspired by Ethiopia Twice I’ve had the privilege of travelling to Ethiopia to volunteer as a Respiratory Nurse. My...

Market Days at the United Reformed Church Every Wednesday, I set up my market stall at the United Reformed Church in Lymington. It's a...

Have you ever witnessed a beginner discover a passion for art? That was the magic of yesterday as Nour stepped into my pottery studio for...

Have you ever found yourself mesmerized by the beauty and craftsmanship of handmade clay creations? If so, you are in for a treat with a...

If you're looking for a unique pottery experience in Southampton, look no further than a local workshop in Shirley. This hidden gem,...

Are you searching for a creative outlet where you can explore your artistic side? Look no further than personalized ceramic painting...