My fascination with ceramics began at evening class where I learnt to throw and became familiar with the basics of working with clay and glazes. My move to Oxford coincided with a desire to explore new avenues and my interest changed to hand building, which is now my main focus.
I work in stoneware to hand build my pots, using either crank or black clays to create small, medium and large pieces, both functional and sculptural. These are then fired in an electric kiln. My work is frost resistant and is therefore suitable for use both indoors and outside. My pieces range from small vases and dishes to large ali baba and sculptural pots.
Handbuilding is a slow process and rarely results in perfect symmetry. Therefore no two pieces are exactly the same. Each piece is unique. In my studio I am constantly experimenting with different shapes, new glazes and glaze combinations. My glazes are composed of few ingredients, relying on the magic of kiln and chemistry.
I am very drawn to movement in my work, taking my inspiration from traditional classic forms as well as from the lines, tones and textures of nature. My ceramics and my skills are continually evolving and progressing, as I pursue my fascination with clay and its many possibilities.
I am an associate member of the Craft Potters Association and belong to London Potters, West Forest Potters and the From the Kiln ceramics collective.
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Ali Baba
Sally Dorrity
£225.00 -
Dish with Foot
Sally Dorrity
£55.00 -
Dish with Tall Foot
Sally Dorrity
£75.00 -
Large Moon Jar
Sally Dorrity
£275.00 -
Large Pilgrim Bottle
Sally Dorrity
£110.00 -
Large Rectangular Bottle
Sally Dorrity
£110.00 -
Large Ribbed Bottle
Sally Dorrity
£95.00 -
Large Ribbed Pilgrim Bottle
Sally Dorrity
£110.00 -
Medium Pilgrim Bottle
Sally Dorrity
£95.00 -
Medium Rectangular Bottle
Sally Dorrity
£65.00 -
Medium Ribbed Pilgrim Bottle
Sally Dorrity
£95.00 -
Mini Ribbed Bottle
Sally Dorrity
£35.00 -
Platter
Sally Dorrity
£130.00 -
Platter on Pedestal
Sally Dorrity
£120.00 -
Small Rectangular Bottle
Sally Dorrity
£45.00 -
Small Ribbed Pilgrim Bottle
Sally Dorrity
£85.00