kim ford pottery

Kim Ford is a potter based in Warwickshire. His aim is to produce pieces that are contemporary in design but which retain the integrity of a longstanding practice. He utilises many traditional methods, but does not ignore developments and improvements . He has worked in two potteries both involved with volume production, one of slip-cast ware and the other concentrating on thrown ware. A career move into education followed, providing a different dimension to his skill base, engaging him in the teaching of Ceramics and Sculpture.

Returning to full-time making has enabled Kim to develop a broad practice , his pieces are constructed using a mixture of slabbed, coiled or thrown components and then finished in several ways.
 
The pots he produces are visually stimulating, with appealing tactile qualities, which enable a multi-sensory appreciation of the pieces. If people are drawn to handle the work, it has been a success. Inspiration comes from many sources.

As a complementary element to his studio work Kim also runs workshops, undertakes architectural and other commissions.