One of Briton's greatest potters, John Ward was influenced by ancient pre-glaze pottery from China and Cypress. He was inspired by more modem influences such as Hans Coper’s formal strength, Lucie Rie’s colour palette and Ian Godfrey’s playful textures.

In 1966 Ward was accepted onto the Camberwell School of Art and Crafts* Ceramics course after developing a fascination with pottery during Adult Education classes. After graduating he worked as a part time pottery teacher in London while also developing his studio. In 1979 he moved to Pembrokeshire where he still resides and works.

Artist Statement:

There is something compelling about the making of pots, regardless of function, which keeps me within the particul...