Matt Calder
My Journey to pottery has been via 35 years of woodturning and wood sculpture.
The discipline of throwing clay has always been a constant source of inspiration for my woodwork, and my move away from wood to focus on ceramics feels a natural progression.
While my ceramics are loosely production pottery, I try to give each piece an air of individuality while maintaining its functionality.
All my work is stoneware and fired in an electric / oxidation atmosphere, to 1235c.
My own glaze recipes often use salt, soda and / or wood ash, to give the exteriors of work a soft burnt-like texture - aiming for an earthy, natural and calming finish. I like my work to be perfect pieces to use on display - as well as for practical use.
My Wood Sculpture is now mainly to commission - work can be seen HERE.
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Make - Bovey Tracey
Ella's Gallery - Exmouth.
The Painted Bird - St Ives / Falmouth
Ummagumma - Beer
The Treasury - Budleigh Salterton
Maker Mart - Exeter