Mary Rose YOUNG

View in collection She first became interested in ceramics at Cheltenham College of Art whilst studying drawing and illustration and went on to train in ceramics at Wolverhampton Polytechnic. An Enterprise Allowance Scheme and advice from Mick Casson enabled her to further develop her throwing and decorating techniques although drawing remains an important source of ideas and inspiration. She sold her work from a barrow in Bristol's quayside area but her career developed significantly with success at the Chelsea Crafts Fair. The second time she participated her work was a sell-out with further orders from the United States. This led to a commission by The Observer for a ceramic filofax cover, complete with 3-D roses, sheep, and a giraffe. Popularity increased and demand began to outstrip supply. She makes rich, colourful earthenware with painted and applied decoration. She uses a variety of decorative modes, including a pointillist technique, abstract patterns and naturalistic painting. Her output ranges from multi-coloured tableware to larger, architectural pieces.

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• Dates: b.1958