Tim Harker         Ceramics

 

I have been working professionally with clay and ceramics since the early​ 1970's; as a studio potter, technician and tutor. I worked at Chelsea College of Arts, part of the University of the Arts London for over 38 years.

 

The website shows a selection of work from recent years.

 

All work shown on the site is wheel thrown, mostly in porcelain, but also some in white stoneware clay.

 

My research into crystalline glaze over a number of years has led to a range of interesting  glazes, using this most fascinating but challenging and unpredictable process. The crystals in the glaze develop in the cooling cycle of the kiln firing and control of their placement and growth is limited. Each piece fired is therefore unique. I aim to catch the growth of the crystals while in the stage of forming and feature them in a subtle way with the background base colour.

 

I have designed a range of forms to carry and show the crystalline glazes to best effect; cylindrical and rounded, angular and lobed. Small containers in porcelain with finely turned finial handles are also a recurring theme. The interaction between the crystalline glaze running over a matt white glaze provides further surface interest and exploits the fluid nature of the crystalline glaze.

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The studio is located in  the historic market town of West Malling in Kent and can be visited by appointment for sales through the year. 

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contact me at t.harker@btinternet.com

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In June I will again be taking part in the South East Open Studios event. I will be showing work at Court Cottage in Hadlow as last year. Court Lane Hadlow,Kent , TN11 0DS

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More info www.seos-art.org

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Court Cottage is open for visiting over 3 weekends;

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Saturday 7th, 10-5 and Sunday 8th June, 11-4

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Friday 13th, Saturday 14th, both 10-5 and Sunday 15th June 11-4

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Friday 20th, Saturday 21st, both 10-5 and Sunday 22nd June, 11-4

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Work is available for sale on all these days and I will be present on the 7th, 8th, 14th, 21st and 22nd June

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I will also be selling at the Yalding Art Exhibition (in aid of School Gambia). It will again be held in Yalding Church, Kent ME18 6H

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This year it will take place in August;

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Friday !st August evening only

Saturday 2nd August

Sunday 3rd August. Details to follow

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