Connor Townley
On display throughout August
βIn my work I experiment with traditional pottery techniques, I try and utilise these techniques, such as throwing, carving, and glaze techniques, and combine them in ways that showcase a unique contrast of colour and texture.
Currently, I have been working on ideas involving throwing vessels on the potters wheel and combining them with sculptural bases to create pieces that are functional as well as decorative. The contrasting textures play a large role in my work, heavily textured bases and smooth finished vessels allows for interesting tactile areas.
I was initially inspired by how insects create delicate, intricate cocoons nestled in rough and unforgiving environments. This lead me to create soft, simplistic vessel forms nestled in harsh, complex Cradles to emulate this idea.β