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Elaine Bolt
Maker's Story
Ceramic artist Elaine Bolt’s work is guided by a sense of narrative and steeped in the context of the local surroundings. An alumni of the Crafts Council’s Hothouse scheme, Elaine works with local clay and mixed-media to create pieces which aim to blur the boundaries between the made and the found. Elaine teaches and lectures in ceramics at various institutions, including her Brighton-based studio, and her work is often informed by the colours and tones found in the landscape of the South Downs.
Maker's Quote
Every piece I make is different and my ideas are constantly evolving. I value individuality and integrity in my work, putting care and a sense of personality into each one.
Ceramicist
The Process
The pieces are crafted from porcelain and terracotta. They are thrown on the potter's wheel, and loops are added once leather-hard. The addition of willow, twigs, and natural materials connects the work to the local landscape.



