Ceramic Art London 2017

Ceramic Art London, one of the greatest ceramic art shows in the UK, and possibly in Europe, is over for another year. We had a great time and also a great result. This was my third time, but each is different and unpredictable.

Here is my report and photos of  some of the sculptures, which went to loving homes.

Apple tree - sold

I had a slightly larger stand this time; so my works were more spread out. Just before PV, I was told that one of my photos was in the Evening Standard. How lovely! PV kick-started with Grayson Perry looking at my stand for a long time. In fact, we were getting dressed at the back, so neither Mike or I was there. I came back just after he has left my stand. I would have loved chatting with him. Who wouldn't ?

Alice - sold

Friday was packed and we were very busy, and we also had the highest sales. I was unable to have a chat with old customers much. Sorry!

Owl - sold

Saturday was also packed, but somehow customers' main interests have shifted to smaller animals and by noon the shelves for animals looked bare. The trend might have been started by Keith Brymer Jones from the Great pottery throw down, BBC. He and his partner Marg were our first customers on that day. They were very nice people. I am aware that he is adored by lots of fans; I can see why he has been so popular after meeting him.

Polar bear - sold 

In our limited experience, Sundays are usually crowded, but lots of people browse more than shopping, but this Sunday was different. Remaining animals have gone and quite a few big sculptures have gone. It was a very good Sunday.

Stand is ready on Thursday night. 

 It was so lovely to meet customers I had only known on Internet. Also it was moving to meet one of earlier customers.

My first Saturday customers.
Photo: Fenella Elms

I have recognised quite a few customers who came back. It is lovely to see them again. I will never talk this much until next show.  Mike, post office counter lady and postmen are only people I talk between shows, as I am extrovert recluse.    

Enso - sold 

 A few people said they would go to Art in Clay at Hatfield, in August. I will be there for the first time. I knew it is a great show, but I just couldn't trust the British weather as it is held outside. But I have decided to give it a try.

Tulip - sold 

I have also received a few commissions. With a couple of commissions taken already before the show, I will be concentrating on them for a a few months.

Girl with blue shoes - sold 

Already one week has past since we came home. I have finally unpacked boxes. There are lots of follow ups and admin works after the show. 

Flowering quince - sold 

 Thank you so much for those who have purchased, come and supported from afar. I thank also the organiser, other exhibitors, helpers and security who made the great show.