Bristol Clay 2025

Bristol Clay returns this December with its third group exhibition, showcasing twelve local ceramic artists and makers whose practices highlight the beauty, versatility, and artistry of contemporary ceramics.

The exhibition celebrates the breadth of approaches within ceramic arts: from wheel-thrown vessels to hand-built sculpture, earthenware to stoneware. Each artist brings a unique voice, process, and perspective, creating an eclectic display that bridges ceramic traditions with contemporary innovation.

Bristol studios represented include Mudworks, Windmill Clay, Unit 42 Meriton Foundry, and Fishponds Pottery, reflecting the richness of the city’s ceramic communities.

Alongside the main exhibition, a curated shop will present affordable ceramics, including cups made by exhibiting artists, available with refreshments during the preview.

Exhibiting Artists:
Lucy Cheminais @lucycheminaisceramics, Emily Gibbard @totterdown_potterdown, Laura Grainger @lauragraingerceramics, Rhi Jarman @pipistrelle_rhi_jarman, Kathryn Shorthouse @kathrynshorthouse, Mandy McDonald @m_j_macdonald, Roisin Soares @roisinsoares, Kim Teddy @klteddy, Miranda Wells @pandapots__, Deborah Weymont @deborahweymont, Pascale Wilson @pangoceramics, Lucy Winch @lucywinchceramics.

Opening Times:

• Preview: Friday 5 December 2025, 6:00–8:30pm
• Open Daily: Saturday 6 – Wednesday 17 December 2025
  • Mon–Sat: 11:00am–5:00pm
  • Sun: 11:00am–4:00pm

Tickets: Free entry

Accessibility: The gallery is wheelchair accessible, with ramp and disabled-accessible toilet.

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