ClayCraft #53

Welcome Last year, I struggled. I don't know if it was 'long Covid', lockdown-related depression, something physical, or a combination but, by the end of the year, I couldn't concentrate, was exhausted, and my get-up-and-go had run, screaming, from the room. I'd also lost work, which was extra pressure – actually, it was a blessing in disguise because I couldn't have coped with my previous workload, feeling as I did. With more time on my hands, I wanted to do something that was just for me. I was going to start a side-hustle from my kitchen table. It could fit in around when I felt well enough to do it, I wouldn't have to answer to anyone, and it could happen at my own pace. I joined the thousands of…

Last year, I struggled. I don't know if it was 'long Covid', lockdown-related depression, something physical, or a combination but, by the end of the year, I couldn't concentrate, was exhausted, and my get-up-and-go had run, screaming, from the room. I'd also lost work, which was extra pressure – actually, it was a blessing in disguise because I couldn't have coped with my previous workload, feeling as I did. With more time on my hands, I wanted to do something that was just for me. I was going to start a side-hustle from my kitchen table. It could fit in around when I felt well enough to do it, I wouldn't have to answer to anyone, and it could happen at my own pace. I joined the thousands of people who…

IN THE NEWS NEW CERAMIC SCHOOL If you have a news story, product launch or details of some other topical item you’d like our readers to know about, email claycraft.ed@kelsey.co.uk Nottingham Ceramic School opened its doors earlier this year. It is run by Kit Anderson, the woman behind FOTO CERAMICA, who has taught ceramics for over 25 years, drawing on her experience as a professional maker, and her time running ceramics departments for FE colleges. She is joined by a small team of experienced tutors who are all makers in their own rights, and bring a wealth of expertise and experience to support you at each step on the ceramic making journey. The school offers a friendly and supportive creative space where everyone interested in learning to make with clay…

Nottingham Ceramic School opened its doors earlier this year. It is run by Kit Anderson, the woman behind FOTO CERAMICA, who has taught ceramics for over 25 years, drawing on her experience as a professional maker, and her time running ceramics departments for FE colleges. She is joined by a small team of experienced tutors who are all makers in their own rights, and bring a wealth of expertise and experience to support you at each step on the ceramic making journey. The school offers a friendly and supportive creative space where everyone interested in learning to make with clay is welcome. Class sizes are small, so you get time with the tutors while still having an enjoyable, sociable experience. The throwing and hand-building courses teach the techniques and methods to make a…

Potter Katherine Winfrey founded the Stamford Pottery Market to fulfil a vision to showcase the diverse range of work being produced by local potters and to support charitable causes. Held annually in the Stamford Arts Centre, the market proved a great success until the Covid-19 pandemic caused a pause. Katherine has handed over the organisation of the event to a committee of potters, who hope to build on her legacy. And after three false starts due to the lockdowns – the 10th Anniversary event can now take place in the Stamford Arts Centre Ballroom on 29 and 30 August 2021. Over 20 local potters will display and sell their work at this two-day celebration of ceramics. There will be something for everyone, from beautiful domestic ware, quirky ornaments and garden sculptures to…

Stamford Pottery Market 10th anniversary! Potter Katherine Winfrey founded the Stamford Pottery Market to fulfil a vision to showcase the diverse range of work being produced by local potters and to support charitable causes. Held annually in the Stamford Arts Centre, the market proved a great success until the Covid-19 pandemic caused a pause. Katherine has handed over the organisation of the event to a committee of potters, who hope to build on her legacy. And after three false starts due to the lockdowns – the 10th Anniversary event can now take place in the Stamford Arts Centre Ballroom on 29 and 30 August 2021. Over 20 local potters will display and sell their work at this two-day celebration of ceramics. There will be something for everyone, from beautiful domestic…