The collection
Since opening his studio pottery, Richard’s work has focussed on the coastal landscape and industrial heritage where his studio and gallery are located. Sea Globes and Colliery Pots were where it all began and over the years these have organically grown through their design to include Sea Urns, “A Study of Coal” and in 2020 “Under the Sea” as notable major new works. Alongside this, Richard’s love of studio pottery extends to some functional work such as espresso cups and fine bone china bowls.
Richard’s work has a close connection to the local environment, and is carefully designed and handcrafted to create contemporary works of ceramic art and studio pottery. Each piece has a sufficiently strong identity to stand alone outside of their own context, yet evoke a feeling that sustains a connection to their place of origin…….presenting clients with unique pieces of contemporary ceramic art for their home.
Sea Globes
Beautifully crafted spherical globes made from either earthenware or fine bone china. Each globe has a contemporary glaze design inspired by the coastal landscape that surrounds the studio. Each globe is finished with either gold, platinum or copper detailing.
Sea Urns
Sea Urns are made using earthenware clay. These lidded globes that take their form inspired by ancient spice jars have sea anemone styled fronds and complex glazing designs.
“under the sea”
Under The Sea examines the effect of rising local sea levels, and how the form of my work may change if submitted to the ocean for many years. These large biophillic designed sculptural pieces use striking glazing combinations and precious metal lustres to enhance their design.
“a study of coal”
A Study of Coal uses black clay to create striking contemporary sculptural work that reflects Pembrokeshire’s industrial past and its production of some of the finest coal in world…….so fine that Queen Victoria used to insist that coal for all of the Royal Residences came from Pembrokeshire. The collection of work includes Colliery Pots, Coal Pots, Bell Pit Bowls and Peacock Coal Pots.
tulip ware
With a passion for Delftware, in particular their 17th century tulip towers, and a fascination of how an entire collection of historic work can pay tribute to such a humble flower, the tulip, has led Richard to create his very own interpretation of Tulip Ware that includes Hanging Tulip Vases, and Tulip Bricks.
functional ware
Coastal inspired functional ware includes fine bone china dipping bowls, hand thrown beach jars and espresso cups.