Ceramics in Southwell: A celebration of pottery

NOW in its 10th year, Ceramics in Southwell has become one of the top one day ceramic fairs in the country, attracting both exhibitors and visitors.

The quality of the ceramics at this show has always been extremely high, with many potters wanting to exhibit. This year we have had over 80 applications so the selectors have had the very difficult task of choosing just 35 potters to exhibit.

Originality of ideas, mastery of technique and uniqueness are just some of the qualities we are looking for. There will be many types of ceramics on display including domestic wear, functional, sculptural and purely decorative pieces, ceramics for your garden to ceramic jewellery. Many different types of clay are used by the exhibitors including porcelain, stoneware and earthenware, a variety of different glaze types and decorative techniques, also work that has been fired in kilns fuelled by electricity, gas, or wood. You will also be able to see different construction methods including wheel thrown, hand built and slip cast.

Ceramic design is constantly evolving and changing as new ceramicists and potters discover the joy of creating with clay, so alongside very traditional techniques, dating back centuries, you will see artists using new and exciting methods to produce their ceramic creations.

Many well known ceramicists have regularly exhibited at the show for several years, but alongside these big names, you will find new up and coming potters maintaining the freshness and vitality of the show.

This year there will once again, be live music provided by fringe artists from Southwell Music Festival.

Come along on Sunday 24th August from 10am until 4.30pm in the Market Square, Southwell.