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James & Tilla Waters Ceramics

another espresso mug is born …

espresso james and tilla waters thrown porcelain

another espresso mug is born …

I couldn’t resist taking an image of this espresso mug body, upside down on a chuck on Tilla’s wheel. I think they look particularly lovely at this stage – absolutely matt, fresh and direct.… Read more...

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half-glazed espresso

I’ve been trying out a new idea on an espresso mug. The lower half is an unglazed black slip and the upper half a slightly overlapping clear glaze. I like it’s bold simplicity and interesting tactile quality.… Read more...

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new decorated espressos

Espressos used to be the only mug shape we didn’t decorate – we assumed they were too small. But recently my decoration has become more graphic and minimal which seems to suit  a small scale.… Read more...

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