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Potter's Choice The Gallery in Powerscourt Townhouse Centre hosted "The Potter's Choice" from early March to late April. The exhibition was based on the private collections of thirteen well-known Irish potters and featured the work of distinguished international potters including Lucy Rie; Angus Suttie: Ewen Henderson (whose work is now regularly auctioned through Christies) and the late Japanese potter, Hamada, whose well- documented pots have been the source of inspiration to potters all over the world. The inspiration for this exhibition came from a conversation between Christine Ross and Kilmacanogue potter, Geoffrey Healy over a year ago when Geoffrey suggested that a look at the private collections of potters would give a fascinating insight into their own work as contemporary Irish ceramists.
The exhibition, which was curated by Peter Lamb proved very popular with both press and public alike. " while the exhibition does not claim to be even remotely a survey of recent or contemporary ceramic work, it does cover a great deal of ground. There are austere, elegant pieces of the type you tend to associate with Scandinavia, intimate, sensitive domestic work, florid and ornamental items, which almost exude mannerism, and also well - made, sincere pieces of the type which any collector would be glad to own" , said Brian Fallon, in a review of the Exhibition in the Irish Times.
Horse and Rider by Barry O'Brien
Exploring The Lathe The Crafts Council of Ireland is hosting "Exploring the Lathe" at the Crafts Council Gallery, Powerscourt Townhouse from 1 lth May 24th June. Exploring The Lathe focuses on how a variety of designers and craftsmakers have related the varied techniques of lathe turning to their creative thinking and activities. The exhibition includes furniture, various kitchen vessels, jewellery and accessories, presentation trophies and, incredibly, a design for a mountaineers match box container in turned brass!
Frances Davis - hand-bag in brass, black nylon and perspex.