Sarah Shorthouse is a Devon based ceramicist. After a career in Journalism at the BBC, Sarah trained in ceramics at Swindon College of Art. Until recently she has worked as studio assistant to Chris Keenan and Carina Ciscato, and has now established her own studio.
My work is inspired by rural geological and man-made forms. Since moving to Devon, I have begun exploring the use of natural resources and integrated those into the clay body and glazes that I use. I continue to explore the narrative of landscape and how that interplays with my forms in a expressive direction. Shadows, balance of angles as well as contours are all integral to my ceramics and stimulate me.
My vessels involve both handbuilding and use of the wheel. I often then cut and re-assemble the pieces, in an instinctive and intuitive way. I use wild clays and found grog to change the body of porcelain and stoneware. My glazes incorporate locally sourced rocks that respond to various forms of firing such as Soda, Wood and Gas.
Sarah is always happy to discuss her work, and will undertake commissions.
Please get in touch with Sarah through the Contact page or via Instagram (sazshorthouse)