Catherine Drinan

Ceramics

Accredited Professional Member

 

Catherine Drinan has worked in the ceramic field for over 30 years. TAFE-trained potter with a BA Visual Arts (Ceramics) from the ANU 1996. In her studio practice she produces wheel thrown tableware; sculptural and wheel wood fired pieces. Formerly Sapphire Coast, Taranaki New Zealand & Strathnairn Arts ACT. Catherine has resided in Narooma since 2018 where she continues her practice, she conducts classes, workshops and is complete site specific /bespoke commissions. Finalist in the Australian Siliceous Ceramic Award 2023.

"In my practice I create individual, high-fired ceramic tableware and hand built sculptural pieces.
As a maker I am interested in every part of the ceramic process. I enjoy the plasticity of clay and the flexibility it allows while creating. I look for the evidence of clays pliability and softness in a finished ceramic piece. This evidence of the handmade can connect us to those who have made the object.
Wood firing imparts flame marks, fire blushes & natural ash. I am interested in the flame paths with in the wood kilns I fire . Interested in how each form can invite or inhibit the flame to explore and enhance its surface. I often use locally sourced clay and inclusions such as pumice & stone, which I embed into the surface of my pieces to become part of the finished piece. I am influenced by the works of Hiroe Swen, Ken Eastman and ceramic Artist whom wood fire World Wide."

 

 

 

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