Pottery and jewellery
Exhibition of Pottery by John Madden and Christine Gregory and Jewellery' by Bill Mathieson, at Studio 393, until Aoril 8. Reviewed by David Brokenshire.
The greenstone and silver pendants and salt glazed pottery in this exhibition have a strange, sympathetic affinity which is much enhanced by the atmosphere of Studio 393.
The pots are vigorously thrown and salt-glazed over various colour slips or stains. The result is a collection of pieces, largely for use in the home ranging from very large crocks to platters, goblets, jugs, bottles, and bowls. Each piece has its own individuality and the glazes are subtly coloured and varied. All too frequently salt-glazing gives everything a sameness of texture and colour. However, with their evident control of fire and salt John Madden and Christine Gregory have presented a most spritely Mid varied exhibition. Bill Mathieson’s work in greenstone has long been widely admired. It is exciting to see the combination of silver and greenstone, yet one is drawn back repeatedly to the translucent beauty and meticulous craftsmanship of the greenstone by itself. The theme of displaying the pendants with something of the vigour of West Coast colonialism is boldly realised, but for me pieces suspended in air lit from behind to enhance the translucency were the most effective.
The photographs which form a background to the show are full of interest and contribute greatly to the over-all effect.
In all, this is a thoroughly enjoyable combined exhibition.
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Press, 7 April 1979, Page 23
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244Pottery and jewellery Press, 7 April 1979, Page 23
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