The studio is located alongside the Caldon canal at Consall Forge, an idyllic situation in the heart of the Consall Nature Park and R.S.P.B. sanctuary. I produce a comprehensive range of domestic stoneware specialising in teapots. There is a peace and tranquility about the place which I mirror in the quiet colours and textures of my work. By working on small batches of each item I successfully blend repetition with individuality maintaining a freshness and vitality of form which is often missing from production thrown ware.

My philosophy for potting is to keep designs simple and to put great emphasis on craftsmanship and function. "Pots I make are mainly for use, why own a beautiful functional object and not experience the pleasure of using it for the purpose for which it was intended. My new sculptural pieces should be used to obtain visual pleasure and to stimulate the mind"

I have always raw glazed and once fired my pots to a temperature of 1280c in propane fuelled kilns. I formulate my own glaze recipes and with combinations of oxides achieve a range of glazes complementary to my decorative techniques. The studio at Consall Forge generates sales to customers from all over the world. I am always willing to discuss commission work and have several pieces in private collections world wide. I previously sold work through the larger established U.K. Craft shows, but since 1994 have been seeking exhibition/sales opportunities and developing workshop based projects and sales. 2001 saw a new phase of work - watch the 'Hot Pots' pages for current pieces. Currently I have been looking to broaden my horizons by taking part in Ceramics shows and Festivals in mainland Europe, so far I have sold work at major markets in Holland, France and Belgium.