Frequently Asked Questions
Do you take on apprentices/interns?
Not at the moment. Sorry! In the grand scheme of things I’ve only recently setup my studio and I still feel like I have a lot left to learn myself before taking somebody on. If I don’t reply to your email or message about this it’s because I receive dozens of the same request on a weekly basis, it isn’t personal, I just can’t respond to everything that gets sent my way these days. In the future I may very well look for an apprenticeship/intern but I’ll make that clear via my Instagram and other social media platforms.
When is my online shop restocked?
There is no set schedule, instead I'll post any announcements of when they'll be via my Instagram page. They often come In waves and stock does go quickly, if you'd like the best chance of obtaining something I strongly suggest signing up to my newsletter.
I put a pot into my basket, but by the time I entered my card details and clicked pay it says they're no longer available?
This is out of my control, it's how the Squarespace e-commerce system works. I apologise for any inconvenience this causes if you miss out purchasing some pots. My best advice is to be prepared and very quick as it usually sells out in minutes.
Do you do wholesale?
Very rarely, it ultimately depends on the project, the people involved and where it’ll be seen/located. Get in touch if you’re curious.
Can I preorder?
Not at the moment.
Do you make commissions?
Get in touch and ask. I don't make anything out of my normal range, i.e, no names on pots or colour requests, but if it's something that could be made within my style, or sounds like an interesting project, then I’d happily consider it.
Is your work sold in other countries? Can I get it places other than your online shop?
No. My work is only sold through my own website. I don’t do any retail whatsoever. Occasionally you can find my work sold elsewhere but it’ll be in exhibitions, so the work might differ from that usually stocked in my shop. Information about that will usually be on Instagram.
• I’m doing a school/college project, can you answer these questions for me?
I used to reply to most of these that arrived in my inbox, (there seems to be a certain part of the year where these emails intensify), but nowadays I simply can’t keep up with the amount of them. The good news for you is that there’s a vast amount of information about me and my work online and in real life, in my book. I recommend watching my video about my apprentices on YouTube, reading my book, ‘By My Hands’, browsing the ‘press’ page on my website, which contains links to dozens of articles I’ve written or have been featured in. I wish I could reply to all of these messages but nowadays I have to be precious about the time I spend making pottery as I could very easily spend all my time just replying to emails. You’ll find better information by doing some research as compared to my half-baked email you’ll likely get back. Good luck!
• Can I visit your studio?