Hand built, stoneware vessel.

Unearthed 1

The vessel’s silhouette mimics an ancient relic recovered from the soil. Its surface is heavily weathered, featuring a distressed landscape that suggests centuries of exposure to the elements.

I used iron and manganese oxides to mimic the natural weathering of stone, making the vessel look like it’s been buried for centuries rather than fired in a kiln.

I have created molds first from Australian native flowers, which have then been added to the surface to add extra texture and interest.

I have also glazed the interior of the vessel in a rich red, high fire glaze which looks almost metallic at the rim.

Medium - high fire stoneware

Finish - Raw Oxide Wash; Matte Earth Pigments - glaze interior

Size - 24cm H x 13 cm W