elaine henderson ceramics
After a career of teaching music in Scottish schools, I took up pottery at night
classes and became hooked enough to complete a B.A . Hons in Ceramics at the
iconic Glasgow School of Art. It was here that I made many connections with
wonderful potters the world over, and received a brilliant education in this
magical material. I aim to show my delight in ceramic form , texture and colour
with great attention to detail and concern for the practical use of functional
pieces. I also love to experiment with the expressive and imaginative
possibilities of glaze in purely abstract work. From 2007 -2019 my husband and I
lived in Stromness, in the Northern Isles of Orkney. Here we were drawn by an
amazing landscape, constant reminders of its Neolithic past, and by its unique
cultural and natural heritage. Grounded in agriculture and fishery, submitting
to the limitations of island life and the often very challenging weather, there
is a discipline in living here which corresponds to working with clay- one
cannot control everything but must work with what is given. In 2019 we moved
south to the Scottish Borders to be closer to family. From being surrounded by
sea, we are now in the most landlocked area of Scotland and surrounded by trees!
If you are interested in buying my work, want to commission a special piece, or
are interested in lessons, please use my Contacts page. Studio visits can be
made by appointment and I also teach individuals and small groups, so whether
you are local or a visitor, perhaps we will meet one way or another!
