Much of my work is created as a result of pure observation of the constant changes taking place in my own garden.  I record the seasons from the tightly closed, almost hidden, forms of early spring through to the dying, withered forms of winter.  Often my ideas draw on the influences of Greco/Roman architecture to which I then introduce organic references creating a juxtaposition between natural and formal which also reflects my interest in the warmth and movement of Art Nouveau design.  The rhythmic shapes and patterns of plants provide inspiration for a series of less structured pieces which form a large part of my production.

Nature of the work
My work, which is strongly thematic, involves the production of large ceramic forms, intended for siting in environmental spaces.  Its objective is to enrich the garden environment with elegance and interest. Scale is integral to my purpose in that the work must have a sympathetic presence in the garden, reflecting but not dominating its intrinsic mood.
All the pieces are fired to stoneware temperature making them very durable and resistant to most climatic conditions.  The work is finished with very dry muted glazes.

Curriculum Vitae
Qualifications: Bachelor of Arts (1st class honours), in Three Dimensional Design specialising in ceramics, Middlesex University 1979.

Selected exhibitions
2008 - 2009 Artspace, Henley.
2008 - 2009 The Sculpture Show, Tetbury
2008 - 2009 The Sculpture Show, Brenchley
2008 - 2009 Wisley Gardens
2008 Savile Gardens
2008 Loseley Gardens
1997 - 2009 Garden Gallery, Stockbridge
1991 - 2006 Bettles Gallery, Ringwood
2006 The Dorset Garden Trust
2005 Ceramics in an English Garden. Solo exhibition
2005 Windsor Arts Festival
2001 - 2003 Beatrice Royal, Eastleigh
1998 - 2003 Jack in the Bush East Yorkshire
1999 - 2003 The Bow House Gallery, Barnet
2003 Art in the Garden, Hillier Gardens
2003 Drawn from Nature, Exbury Gardens
1993 Sculpture in the Garden, Wimborne
1991 Rufford Craft Centre

Publications include
2009 - Article in The Daily Telegraph, 31 October
2006 - The Garden Gallery Book
2005 - Ceramic Review
2003 - House & Garden Magazine

Current practice
I work from my studio where I am currently producing work for commissions and exhibitions.  Each piece is totally hand made and unique with prices starting from £250.

Weblinks
• Mike Roles
• Arcart
• Sue Atkinson
• Garden Gallery