May 2025
2 May - Finished making the ‘Burl’ or ‘Burr’ test maquette in black PF680 clay, using my petal texture for the burls/burrs. Will now leave this to dry for a couple of weeks before bisque firing.
After selecting a range of blended, naturally coloured clay test tiles in light, medium, and dark tones, I began experimenting with simple surface patterns using extruded coils. This approach was inspired by the work of Aboriginal artist Kuran Warun. I can see potential for applying this technique to my tree forms, while also exploring its connection to my ongoing interest in the contours of the land and the concept of place.
5 May - I am continuing to explore the use of the ‘ribbons’ texture as a conceptual element for a contour vessel in my sketchbook. The rounded form connects to the idea of place, drawing on the globe as a symbol of the Earth and referencing the ‘dot’ commonly used to mark a location on a map. While I am naturally drawn to the visual appeal of the oval shape, I am aiming to establish a stronger visual and emotional connection between the form and the concept.
