Maker Spotlight and support Dementia UK

On Tuesday, we broadcasted live on Instagram with Find a Maker member and highly acclaimed potter, Justine Allison.

Her work is very much concerned with the simplicity and beauty of the clay, incorporating pattern, texture and glaze to create subtle, unique variations. Justine specialises in handbuilding porcelain, with thinness and movement being very important in each piece.

On Tuesday, we talked about how her work has developed, current exhibitions and how walking has transformed her life. Scroll down to listen to our conversation. Justine has also chosen her 5 Favourites from the Find a Maker Family.

Justine's 5 Favourites from Find a Maker

Tanja Ufer  Just stunning! Extraodinary beautiful wearable art, I have coveted Tanja's work since first setting eyes on it!

Teresa Green I have been a fan of teresa's work for many years, from the small dresses for my daughter to my purse which I use daily. The work is so descriptive and tells a story.

Tiki by Cecile Gilbert Tiki's resin creations are bold and refined, the use of colour is perfect. small sculptures to be worn.

Fitch & McAndrew  I have always loved slipware and the work of Fitch and McAndrew, it tells stories from the past with a contemporary feel. They are wonderful to use.

Jeff Josephine Beautiful illustrations on paper and pots that evoke so many good thoughts and memories.

Time for a Cuppa

All this week, over on social media, we've been supporting Dementia UK's campaign, Time for A Cuppa to raise awareness and vital funds to help families facing dementia. To support, Time for A Cuppa, CLICK HERE

Here are some of our favourites mugs from Find a Maker. Karen Atherley, Sue Pryke, Josie Walter and Jilly Russell. Fancy a Cuppa?

Instagram Live and The Capital of Craft

Earlier this week, we chatted live with Justine on Instagram. We also visited her last year at her studio in Carmarthenshire and interviewed her for our podcast, The Capital of Craft. So, you have a couple of choices. Nice. 

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