Eastnor Pottery and The Flying Potter - Pottery Experiences for families, groups and individuals
Jack, our Practical Demonstrator and Workshop Assistant has a keen interest in photography and was recently asked to document a local ploughing match.
We loved these particularly ‘muddy’ shots. More of Jacks work can be seen on the Trumpet Agricultural Society’s Facebook page.
Here at Eastnor Pottery we aim to provide visitors with the best possible pottery experience.
On the whole, it’s fair to say we manage to do this – just take a look at the complamentary reviews left by our lovely customers on Trip Advisor.
That said, we have to conceed we may have been aced, in terms of customer service by these guys!
If you ever find yourself on the Beautiful Greek Isle of Kefalonia, do not even consider leaving the island before you’ve taken an excursion on The Queen Bee.
Brothers George and Pedro renovated an old fishing boat and during the tourist season take holiday makers on unforgetable and totaly unique trips around the island. The boys use a combination of charm, wit and humour to make everybody on board feel welcome and included – so much fun!
In a day we visited four separate locations – exclusive white beaches only accesible by boat, swimming and snorkeling in clear, turquoise waters and the best bit from our point of view – A beach made of clay!!!
The brothers also enlist the culnary expertise of their mother, the third and final crew member. ‘Mama’ works tirelesly preparing delicious greek fayre served up at lunchtime with a glass or two of chilled white wine.
Extremely recommended! #BestDayOfTheHoliday
Back in the depths of Winter Jon was approached by Creative Black Country to contribute a work of art for a field of ceramic flowers, being ‘grown’ by community groups in West Bromwich and the surrounding area.
He submitted several ideas, but the one that really captured the imagination of CBC was a swarm of touch sensitive ceramic bees that buzzed when handled.
Jon’s practice is interactive and playful and the more layers of engagement the better. FAB LAB were the technology collaborators on this occasion with the outstanding problem solving capabilities of Anne Scrimshaw playing a huge part in the project.
The bees are a development of his work on the Random String project with Ludicrooms and a more recent collaboration with creative technologist Ashley James Brown.
The bees were also featured on BBC Midlands today.
Craftspace is celebrating its 30th anniversary of Made in the Middle, an exhibition event celebrating emerging and established contemporary craft makers across the Midlands.
The exhibition which began life as the ‘West Midlands Crafts Open’ in 1998 and 1991, has been a constant element in Craftspace’s programme across these 30 years.
Some makers have taken part once, some several times. Jon Williams has been selected a couple of times to take part and has played a role in delivering the social engagement programme connected with the exhibitions.
In the lead up to the eighth Made in the Middle, to take place at the end of 2016, Craftspace has launched a website dedicated to the history of MITM and the people involved in it.
Here’s Jons page from 30 years – 30 makers
Jon also gets a mention in the introductory essay by Louise Taylor, linking to a short video of his work.
We’re hiring again!
We are looking for a motivated young person to join our small and friendly team. The ideal candidate, above all else, must possess excellent communication skills and demonstrate a commitment to delivering quality customer service.
Further details about this excellent opportunity and how to apply can be found here.
Meet Ethan and Jack:
Ethan successfully completed his Community Artist apprenticeship with us and now works full time for the Pottery.
Jack is 9 months into his Digital Marketing apprenticeship and has been offered P/T employment with us when he completes his qualification.
The same possibility may be there for you!
Don’t delay apply today! – closing date 1st June 2016
