My carved and glazed ceramic forms evolve through an intuitive engagement with clay, involving both accident and control.  I draw (indirect) inspiration from the contrasting shapes and textures found in contemporary architecture and the natural landscape. Shaped by a deep respect of the fundamental principles of Japanese aesthetics, I strive to make work that has visual richness whilst conveying a sense of quietness, solitude and simplicity. I also hope my work has an ambiguity, possibly suggestive of ritual or ceremony, yet ultimately leaving open questions of purpose or meaning.

In essence, I am attempting to make objects that allude to qualities one might experience in the natural world; having an uplifting impact on one’s emotions whilst hopefully being inherently beautiful.

I have participated in numerous UK and international exhibitions, workshops and symposium and my work is featured in many international collections and publications.

My home and studio are in a small rural village in North Wales, UK.

In 2020 I retired from the University of Central Lancashire as Professor Emeritus of Contemporary Ceramics, after 40 years teaching ceramics.

Member of the UNESCO International Academy of Ceramics

Fellow of the UK Craft Potters Association.