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Michael
Eden
1st May - 31st July 2004 |
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"This
Way, That Way" is a solo exhibition of the work of the experienced
and well-respected ceramist, Michael Eden.
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Michael was educated in 3D Design, Conservation and Landscape Architecture before establishing his own workshop in 1987 to become a full time potter. |
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Michael
uses slip-decorated earthenware to investigate the relationships
between proportion, volume and formal arrangement. Michael has a
fascination with architectural forms and uses his vessels to explore
the concept of containment and the relationship between the inside
and outside of a space.
His thrown forms are bold and simple with a harmonious shape, natural colour and restrained decoration. He is influenced by, what was predominantly, the everyday 'country' pottery of Europe, which fell into decline after Industrialisation, particlularly in the UK. He portrays its vigorous and lively qualities through his own work. |
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Michael
Eden uses red eartheware clay, thrown and then altered and assembled.
He decorates the forms with white or coloured slips and captures
the dynamic and fluid qualities of the material. After drying, the
pieces are biscuit fired and then lead glazed to exploit their unique
and vivid intensity. The pieces are then finally fired once more.
The slip and glaze decoration is an integral part of Michael's ceramics
and completes the finished piece by linking or disrupting the different
planes. |
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Click on the link to see images of the exhibition.  |
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Open Tuesday - Friday 10.00 - 17.00 and Saturday 10.00 - 16.00. Please call the gallery to check opening times over Bank Holidays.