A celebration of clay and ceramics is coming to Centrespace next month
Posted on: 02 Oct 2023Bristol Clay, a group of ceramicists from across Bristol’s diverse and innovative ceramics scene, are hosting a group exhibition of their work at Centrespace Gallery this November.
Pottery is one of the most ancient technologies in human history, with the first records of human-made pottery dating back to 31,000 years ago.
Interestingly, those records were art objects made with seemingly no practical purpose – the earliest pottery vessels we’ve discovered weren’t made until around 18,000 BC. Those vessels went on to enable the Agricultural Revolution – arguably the most important revolution in history.
With such an ancient and important history, it’s heartwarming to know that the legacy of Neolithic humanity is still being carried on today, with all of the reverence – and spirit of innovation – that it deserves. Bristol in particular is home to a diverse range of pottery studios and artists, producing everything from functional objects, to figurines, and everything in between.
It’s no surprise then, that next month a group of Bristol potters and ceramicists are showcasing some of the finest examples of their work. Between the 11th and 22nd of November, Centrespace gallery will be showcasing the work of Bristol Clay – work as diverse and varied as pottery itself.
On display will be works such as those of functional wares artists such as Lucy Winch, Miranda Wells, and Joanna Copperman, as well as sculpture from Mandy Macdonald, Rhi Jarman, Hannah Jowatt & Susannah Peacock.
This exhibition won’t just be a celebration of clay: it also will feature didactic work from the School of the Damned’s Laura Grainger, and Deborah Weymont – who has trespassed on royal land to collect the material for her work.
Finally, the exhibiton will also feature the new perspectives of fine porcelain artist Zoe Williams, and the unique work of tattoo artist Anna Scott.
The exhibition is, of course, free and runs from 11-22 November. For more information, check out Centrespace’s website.
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Patrick is a filmmaker with so much Bristol in his blood the white blood cells are graffiti'd. Educated at the Northern Film School in Leeds, he’s returned home to be a Videographer and Reviewer for 365Bristol and BARBI. When he’s not messing about with cameras, he enjoys playing guitar, spending far too much time on tabletop RPGs, and being an awful snob about cider. Have a look at his work here, or get in touch at patrickb@365bristol.com.
