Ceramicist with a twist: Laura Bird

 Laura Bird is a ceramicist based in Hackney, East London. We first came across her work through the fabulous, quirky homeware brand Shrimps House. Her bright, playful pastels, mixed with bold black linework and historically-influenced subject matter are an instant pleasure for the eyes. They are captivating in their storytelling, and her confident hand-painted brushwork is both sophisticated and jovial. 

Laura states that "a strong focus of narrative, character and pattern can be found in each ceramic piece." She reveals: "I love that a pot can tell a story, in both the decoration and the form as well as being something useful, becoming part of our daily lives. I am greatly inspired by ancient art, particularly Medieval, Greek, Roman and Celtic. Inspired by both the art they made and the stories they told."

Laura's work can be found on her instagram and website. 

Escape to the Wonderful World of Jacqueline Colley

Colourful, confident, escapism. A few words to describe Jacqueline Colley's brilliant work.
If you are not familiar already, you are in for a visual treat!

An East London based illustrator, specialising in creating, in her own words, 'explorable and playful illustrations that defy the ordinary.'

Jacqueline has worked across editorial, product, packaging and set design, and her website states she often use themes around travel and curiosity, which is extremely evident in her varied subject matter.

A brilliant and original talent, I dare you not to feel uplifted! Her prints below can be purchased online at Print Club London and on her own site here.