Crafts CouncilDirectoryAlma Boyes CeramicsCeramistBrighton and Hove, EnglandCeramicsCraft educatorWebsiteE-mailInstagramAboutInfoNewsSustainabilityCurrent work explores the historic technique of agateware, prominent in the UK in 17th & 18th century industrial ceramics. Work includes a range of tableware and a series of large lidded vessels adorned with hand-modelled birds, predominantly British species including blackbirds, crows, sparrows & owls. This new work brings together my experiences of designing and producing industrial ceramics, with many years specialising in portraits & sculptures of endangered species for bronze casting.Focus:Thrown, turned and hand modelled ceramicsCV:Download documentHOMO FABER 'The Journey of Life'01/09/2024 to 30/09/2024A celebration of contemporary craftmanship: Inspiring Objects- Talented Artisans – A Global Experience. Homo Faber 2024 takes you on a journey through a human life viewed through the lens of craftsmanship. In immersive exhibitions staged across the magnificent spaces of Fondazione Giorgio Cini, discover hundreds of handcrafted objects made by talented craftspeople from all over the world. Enjoy exceptional scenography, live artisan demonstrations and unique experiences from culinary ones to special tours. Explore a treasure trove of artisanal addresses across Venice and visit the city in a new way with the Homo Faber in Città programme.My body of work embodies the theme of slow making. Each piece of work is individually hand crafted on the wheel. The turned clay is reused as the main body in hues of grey and stone pink adding to the sustainability of the materials used.AboutCurrent work explores the historic technique of agateware, prominent in the UK in 17th & 18th century industrial ceramics. Work includes a range of tableware and a series of large lidded vessels adorned with hand-modelled birds, predominantly British species including blackbirds, crows, sparrows & owls. This new work brings together my experiences of designing and producing industrial ceramics, with many years specialising in portraits & sculptures of endangered species for bronze casting.InfoFocus:Thrown, turned and hand modelled ceramicsCV:Download documentNewsHOMO FABER 'The Journey of Life'01/09/2024 to 30/09/2024A celebration of contemporary craftmanship: Inspiring Objects- Talented Artisans – A Global Experience. Homo Faber 2024 takes you on a journey through a human life viewed through the lens of craftsmanship. In immersive exhibitions staged across the magnificent spaces of Fondazione Giorgio Cini, discover hundreds of handcrafted objects made by talented craftspeople from all over the world. Enjoy exceptional scenography, live artisan demonstrations and unique experiences from culinary ones to special tours. Explore a treasure trove of artisanal addresses across Venice and visit the city in a new way with the Homo Faber in Città programme.SustainabilityMy body of work embodies the theme of slow making. Each piece of work is individually hand crafted on the wheel. The turned clay is reused as the main body in hues of grey and stone pink adding to the sustainability of the materials used.WebsiteE-mailInstagramProjectVase & Large BowlProjectTablewareProjectLidded Vessels
HOMO FABER 'The Journey of Life'01/09/2024 to 30/09/2024A celebration of contemporary craftmanship: Inspiring Objects- Talented Artisans – A Global Experience. Homo Faber 2024 takes you on a journey through a human life viewed through the lens of craftsmanship. In immersive exhibitions staged across the magnificent spaces of Fondazione Giorgio Cini, discover hundreds of handcrafted objects made by talented craftspeople from all over the world. Enjoy exceptional scenography, live artisan demonstrations and unique experiences from culinary ones to special tours. Explore a treasure trove of artisanal addresses across Venice and visit the city in a new way with the Homo Faber in Città programme.
HOMO FABER 'The Journey of Life'01/09/2024 to 30/09/2024A celebration of contemporary craftmanship: Inspiring Objects- Talented Artisans – A Global Experience. Homo Faber 2024 takes you on a journey through a human life viewed through the lens of craftsmanship. In immersive exhibitions staged across the magnificent spaces of Fondazione Giorgio Cini, discover hundreds of handcrafted objects made by talented craftspeople from all over the world. Enjoy exceptional scenography, live artisan demonstrations and unique experiences from culinary ones to special tours. Explore a treasure trove of artisanal addresses across Venice and visit the city in a new way with the Homo Faber in Città programme.