by Alison Holmans | Feb 14, 2025 | Uncategorised
A new-found medium: porcelain clay Until recently, I had never worked with porcelain clay. Having discovered it, I now absolutely love it! It produces pieces in the purest white – translucent under light – that are both delicate and strong. Working with porcelain...
by Alison Holmans | Feb 14, 2025 | Uncategorised
Painting on bowls, plates and tiles Most recently I have enjoyed using a fine brush and painting with underglaze directly on the clay ‘canvas’. It is deeply satisfying as the paintings come from my own experiences, travels and the like, and I revisit happy...
by Alison Holmans | Feb 14, 2025 | Uncategorised
Kiln-fired kiwis most active in the heat I am having a bit of a kiwi phase at the moment. This stemmed from a commission to produce a replica kiwi-sized bird, as you may have read in a previous blog or Instagram post. I soon realised the kiwi’s feet had to be...
by Alison Holmans | Feb 3, 2024 | Uncategorised
Studio opening! From 4–12 May, I will be exhibiting my work in my home, studio and garden at Venue 121 in Eynsham, just a short walk from the centre of the village. Whilst there is no parking down Tanners Lane, there is plenty on the streets nearby, all within the...
