Artist statement
I specialize in hand thrown stoneware pottery. I mainly make domestic wares such as mugs, jugs, etc., but love throwing large bowls and decorative pieces. I primarily use crystalline glazes, but also enjoy experimenting with other clays and reactive glazes. The pottery is located in the 18th century stone byre by the white cottage.
Extended Bio
My love of pottery began when I started taking night classes in 2008 from Fiona Duckett and Brian Shand in Whitehills.
In 2010, my husband and I purchased a derelict mill, and started the extensive renovations. When Mill of Nethermill Holidays was completed in the Summer of 2012, I was then able convert the old byre into a workshop. I started teaching myself the glazing process by reading ceramic books, and watching instructional videos. There were many disasters and experiments which went wrong! With the support of my husband, Bill, I persevered, and Millshore Pottery was born.
Now I mainly make domestic ware, but love throwing large forms like bowls, and jugs. I also love to experiment with different glazing processes such as crystalline glazes, many of which are inspired by the ever changing seascape that is virtually on my doorstep.
In 2019 at the Scottish Potters Association Spring Workshop, I won 1st place in the Anne Lightwood Award Competition for one of my large crystalline bowls.
