SOUTH Wales Potters, now a group of 200 members, have organised an exhibition in the CRiC Studio, opposite Oriel CRiC in Crickhowell.

SWP was formed in 1964 “to share skills, experience, technical knowledge and indefatigable enthusiasm” (Walter Keeler, honorary president). This exhibition showcases the work of over 20 members, illustrating a diverse range of pottery, from figurative sculptures and abstract vessels to wall-hung work as well as domestic functional pieces.

Each day visitors will be able to meet one of the exhibiting potters who will be demonstrating or talking about their particular skill. Among the potters being exhibited are:

Pauline Paterson, from Llanelieu, a member for over 40 years, makes pots to use, that have been exhibited in the Barbican, London and countries such as America, Japan and Australia. The ideas for her very usable tableware come from her love of cooking and entertaining, strongly believing that the presentation of food is as important as its taste.

Carole Spackman, who has also shown her work widely in museums and galleries in London and South Wales will be exhibiting her ‘Meadow Flowers’ tableware decorated with the colours of wild flowers in fields in Llanddeusant , as well as her sculptures of owls and hares, native to this remote area of the Brecon Beacons National Park.

Jason Braham of Llandindrod Wells, makes salt glazed ware that looks as if it has always been here, but still retains the freshness of the moment the pots were thrown on his potter’s wheel. Kim Colebrook, from Aber-gavenny, is a recent graduate in ceramics. Her work is hand built or cast, integrating texture, colours and oxides inspired by the beauty and power of the South Wales Valleys.

The exhibition runs from October 7-29 and is open from 10am5pm Monday to Saturday, 10am-1.30pm on Sunday. Further details can be obtained from Carole Spackman [email protected] or from the South Wales Potters website www.southwalespotters.org.uk.