Sharon Twining

Artist Statement: Sharon Twining
This latest work is an exploration of what can appear on the surface of a pot that has been fired in a pit instead of a traditional kiln. The surface decoration created by firing has resulted in each piece having a unique appearance. This effect is the result of the intensity of the flames reacting with the various materials placed on and around the pots in the pit. Copper oxide, cobalt oxide, rock salt together with seaweed and wood shavings have fumed and reduced resulting in areas of red, grey and black appearing to create an atmosphere unique to each pot. The painting, ‘Inspired’, is based on the surface effects from the piece ‘Fumed 1’.