Details

First Name

janice
Last Name

affleck
Username

janice-affleck
Website

http://www.janice-affleck-ceramics.com
Region

Greater Glasgow
Disciplines

Ceramics, Sculpture
Themes

Abstract, Architecture, Environment, Geometric, Identity, Landscape, Narratives

Statement

Statement

Producing mainly abstract architectural forms, I play with light, shadow and reflection; using an experimental process paired with traditional materials and techniques. My work translates qualities such as patina, liminality and imperfection to into clay. I integrate words and meaning such as Robert MacFarlane’s glossaries that describe landscape to form a narrative layer to respond to.

I am continually developing my methods of model and plaster mould making, combining digital modelling, 3D printing, cutting and hand-drawing, balancing complexity with functionality.

My current focus is slip-casting translucent, ephemeral parian clay into geometric and organic forms.

Biography

Biography

Born in Glasgow, Janice studied Architecture and moved to Asia, completing a PhD at the University of Hong Kong, discovering ceramics while on sabbatical. Returning to Glasgow, she began to explore rediscovered places using clay and link this with her architectural research interests into sense of place.

She graduated with a MA Ceramics (Distinction) from Bath School of Art in 2020, and is a based at Glasgow Ceramics Studio.

Since graduating she has set up Glisk Ceramics and has been focusing on model and plaster mould making, combining ceramics with digital modelling, 3D printing, hand drawing and photography. Her current focus is slip-casting translucent, ephemeral parian clay into geometric and organic forms.