Craftsea
I work full time in a pottery cafe. I explain painting techniques and ensure the studio remains a calming environment for customers.
I also occasionally paint displays and come up with ideas for holidays such as Christmas, Mother’s Day and more.
Below are some displays I’ve painted for the studio.
Charcuterie plate
Egg box unglazed. This is what the item looks like before being fired. Paint dries pale and chalky
Finished egg box. Colours are shiny and vibrant after firing. Design inspired by Cath Kidston
Oystermouth castle on a plate. This plate was presented to the Mayor of Hennebont on behalf of the Mumbles Community Council. It was made to commemorate the Mumbles and Hennebont Twinning Association
Back of Oystermouth castle plate
Mumbles pier plate. This plate was presented to the Mayor of Hennebont on behalf of the Mumbles Community Council. It was made to commemorate the Mumbles and Hennebont Twinning Association
Back of Mumbles pier plate
Baby footprints on vases. We add details to the print depending on what design the customer wants. Illustrations and wording are added accordingly
Butter dish display inspired by Orla Kiely
Hen box with blue and red flowers
hen box with sunflowers
Latte mug with bunny design
Cat plate I painted for my grandmother
Pumpkin painted using crystal glaze jungle gems. As it's a special glaze, it can go straight in the kiln.
Dragon egg box. Sponging and paint splattering techniques used
Blue tit
British Royal Guard painted as a display during King Charles' Coronation
Lighthouse with waves. Fixed in the kiln
Latte mug that broke fixed by using glaze as a glue and re-firing. Only for display purposes
