Studio 6

Elin Hughes

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A series of craft work in focus from Welsh ceramic makers

Series curation: Wendy Lawrence
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Originally from Dolgellau in Gwynedd, Elin graduated from the BA Ceramics degree at Cardiff Metropolitan University in 2019. Since then she has exhibited in multiple showcases across the UK, including the Cynthia Corbett Gallery’s Young Masters Art Prize (2019), Collect Art Fair in London (2023) and at the National Eisteddfod of Wales, where she received their Young Artist Scholarship (2022). In 2023 she was awarded a ‘Create’ grant from the Arts Council of Wales to undertake an 18 month apprenticeship with wood-firing potter Simon Levin in Illinois, USA. This collection of vessels documents work from her final months in the States. Thunder Train | Trên Taranau

‘With wood as the sole source of fuel, these pots showcase the transformational potential of fire to create rich and enigmatic surface effects.The lengthy firing process involves days of teamwork and cooperation with other makers, leading to new friendships, sharing of experiences and storytelling. This selection of work begins to capture some of the warmth of this shared communal experience.’

Works are available to purchase