Footed Bowl by Ali Tomlin
£240.00
A striking footed bowl by the artist, featuring contrasting black and red tones and an expressive sgraffito design. Thrown in porcelain, it has a fine rim and a matt surface that beautifully complements the intricate decoration.
Inspired by the energy of spontaneous lines and marks, the artist explores how simple lines and splashes can transform the feeling of a piece, bringing movement and individuality to each design.
Care instructions: Suitable for food use. Hand washing is recommended where possible to preserve the finish.
As the artist explains, a simple line or splash can completely transform the feeling of a piece, bringing movement, character and individuality to each design.
Dimensions: (H)12.4cm X (Dia) 26.9cm
Ali throws and turns the pieces to a fine finish. She waits for the pieces to be dry before decorating, preferring to work on the dry, chalky surface. She applies her marks as spontaneously as possible, using stains, oxides and slips, splashing or sponging away areas and inlaying lines, aiming to create pleasingly imperfect and unpredictable marks. She often decorates her pieces on the wheel to create a feeling of movement. “I like the contrast of a static object with a feeling of movement”. Some of her pieces have the impression of landscape paintings that wrap around the pots, never ending and looking slightly different from each angle.
“I’ve always drawn and designed, as far back as I can remember. I love the energy of random lines or marks, from a sketch, painting or found on stones or peeling paint. A simple line or splash can completely change the feeling of a piece.”