I started my pottery journey in my father’s studio, working weekends throwing mugs for pocket money. My father, Alan Brough remains a strong influence.
Formal studies from 1979 – 1983 at Camborne college, under William Marshall the world renowned Leach potter. Diploma with distinction, ceramics.
Large scale commissions for architectural ceramics followed, including two for the Dorrien – Smiths on Tresco, Isles of Scilly.
I now have my studio in Lelant, near St Ives, Cornwall. My work is inspired by the maritime environment of West Cornwall. I also pay respect to the Leach tradition of wheel made pottery, using local clays and materials including ash from our woodstove I am working on a series of large flame fired pieces. These run alongside my high fired earthenware pieces which are more painterly in style.
www.adrianbroughpottery.co.uk
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