I have always loved ceramics, way before I became a food stylist and for years I had thought about having a go at pottery. Finally about 2 years ago I joined a small class of potters in a local community centre in Sydney and began what has now become a passion. Throwing on the wheel is my chance to take time out of my busy work life, it’s my meditation if you like and I get totally lost in it – anyone who knows me will agree, it’s perhaps the only time I really get to sit still (although not quite still, but at least in one spot).

Of course, it is really useful for my work as well. If I can’t find exactly what I want in the shops I have a go at making something instead – to varying levels of success as I am certainly just a beginner. Sometimes I end up with a bowl or plate I actually like!

Having now taken the plunge and invested in a wheel, I am determined to improve and even if I never become a commercially successful potter, I hope to enjoy this simple creative process for years to come. Here are a few of my recent pieces (apologies to those who have already seen these, there are more coming soon).

Single stem vase photo Ian Wallace

Pots and things photo Ian Wallace

Coffee cups photo Ian Wallace

Inky bowls photo Ian Wallace