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Colour and Ceramics

Colour affects peoples’ emotional reactions and mood. In ceramics, the artist uses colour to imbue something other than that communicated from the form itself. This podcast explores the entire spectrum of colour, the psychology of colour, and how to use colour to communicate in ceramics.Bob will not only interview top ceramic artists from around the world but also artists using other mediums who use colour in their work. Look for a new podcast every two weeks.Bob can be contacted through his website

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49:52

Susan Trimble: An Australian Ceramic Artist

Colour and Ceramics ·

2025/11/13

Today, Bob Acton introduces us to South African–born ceramic artist Susan Trimble who creates joyful, nature-inspired work from her Brisbane studio. After a long career in graphic design, she discovered clay in 2020 and quickly developed a distinctive practice shaped by painting, mark-making, and mentorship under artist Jane du Rand. A 2024 solo exhibitor and finalist in the North Queensland Ceramic Awards,You can find her work at https://www.susantrimbleart.com.au/ and on her Instagram page at

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58:14

Nichole Windblad - Head of Calgary Art Market

Colour and Ceramics ·

2025/11/04

Today, I’m excited to introduce you to Nicole Windblad, the creative force behind the Calgary Art Market.Nicole isn’t just curating a show; she’s shaping opportunities. As someone who runs one of the most respected art markets in Alberta, she understands what makes artists stand out, what helps them succeed, and yes—what can hold them back. She, and her family, have many years of experience operating this show so she has great wisdom for artists and makers of all sorts.In this conversation, you’ll

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33:12

Clay Meets Fashion: Emily Holmes from Los Angeles

Colour and Ceramics ·

2025/10/28

Today, Bob and Zana interview ceramic artist and designer Emily Holmes on the Colour and Ceramics Podcast, who joins us from Los Angeles to talk about her practice of transforming familiar, textile-like forms into ceramic keepsakes. Emily’s background in Art Therapy at the Art Institute of Chicago shaped her early relationship with clay as a tool for healing, and later led her to open her studio full-time after relocating to LA.You can find out more about Emily at

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54:37

Peter Beard: A UK-based ceramic sculptor

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2025/10/10

Today's podcast introduces Peter Beard. Peter first discovered clay as a kid, and that early fascination never really left him. While studying industrial and furniture design at Ravensbourne College of Art in London, he found himself spending more and more time in the ceramics department. After graduating, he helped set up a pottery in Scotland making domestic stoneware, and not long after, opened his own studio in Kent where sculpture became his main focus.These days, Peter works from his studio in

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42:00

Miae Kim: Korean born, London-based ceramic artist

Colour and Ceramics ·

2025/09/16

I’m excited to welcome Miae Kim—a London-based ceramic artist originally from South Korea. After a career in animation and VFX in L.A., she fell in love with clay at Glendale College and never looked back. Miae is known for two threads: sculptural pieces inspired by whales—symbols of wisdom and endurance—and work that blends Korean motifs and Hangul with Western aesthetics. She’s a 2024 London Potters award winner and a selected member of the Craft Potters Association. You can find her work on

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49:34

David Altmejd: Canadian Sculptor Making the Invisible...

Colour and Ceramics ·

2025/08/28

Today we’re stepping into the strange, beautiful world of Canadian sculptor David Altmejd. Born in Montreal in 1974 and now based in Los Angeles, David is obsessed with what makes a person a person—the body, yes, but also the mind, imagination, and whatever we mean by ‘soul.’ His figures often feel like they’re falling apart and coming together at the same time, opening little doorways into places beyond what we normally recognize.What blows me away is his materials list: clay and foam next to

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44:59

Carol Long: A joyful, nature-rooted ceramic artist...

Colour and Ceramics ·

2025/08/12

We’ve got an exciting show today talking with the wonderful Carol Long — a ceramic artist whose work blooms with the influence of plant and animal life. Infused with joy, whimsy, and a deep connection to nature, Carol’s intricate, organic forms reflect her Kansas farm roots and a lifelong curiosity for the beauty around her. Her pieces can be found in galleries and museums across the U.S., and she’s shared her artistry in workshops nationwide. From childhood experiments with mud to internationally

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38:31

Kyle Scott Lee: A New York Colour Magician

Colour and Ceramics ·

2025/07/24

Today on the podcast, Bob Acton @bobacton is joined by Brooklyn-based ceramic artist Kyle Scott Lee @ceramicmeltdown. Known for his bold use of color, expressive brushwork, and inventive surface treatments, Kyle’s work bridges tradition and innovation. Over the past two decades, he’s developed a distinctive style combining classical vessel forms with vibrant, abstract design. His ceramics have been exhibited internationally, featured in major publications, and collected across the globe. Kyle is a

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31:04

Carmen D'Apollonio: Sculptor, lamp maker, and designer.

Colour and Ceramics ·

2025/07/09

Today’s featured artist is Carmen D’Apollonio, sculptor who explores everything from abstraction to figuration in her ceramic practice. Self-taught in ceramics, Carmen creates sculptural lighting and vessels that fuse craftsmanship with functionality, often infused with humour. As she puts it, “My work is simple; it often gives way to humor. As if clay had its way of being, its own personality.”Carmen began her creative career as an art director for short films and commercials in the 90s. She then

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42:28

Suzy Birstein: A Canadian sculptor creating fantastic...

Colour and Ceramics ·

2025/06/24

Join us on the Colour and Ceramics Podcast today as our host Bob Acton @bobacton strums up an exciting conversation with Vancouver's vibrant artist Suzy Birstein @suzy_birstein! Hold onto your mugs as we dive into Suzy's world of whimsical, figurative ceramic works and paintings. Ready for some artful chit-chat? Tune in! Check out her work at https://www.suzybirstein.com/

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54:35

Rob and Jess Sutherland: From dirt to beauty in Athens.

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2025/06/04

Join Bob, Jess, and Rob Sutherland, founders of Good Dirt Studio in Athens, Georgia—a dynamic ceramics space dedicated to creativity, community, and clay on today's podcast episode.As artists and educators, Jess and Rob have cultivated a welcoming environment where students of all levels can explore the joy of working with their hands. Through their thoughtful teaching and community-focused approach, they’ve built more than just a studio—they’ve created a space for connection, curiosity, and

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37:29

CJ Jilek: Ceramic colourist extraordinaire.

Colour and Ceramics ·

2025/05/13

Bob Acton, the host of the Colour and Ceramics Podcast, shares his conversation with CJ Jilek. CJ creates beautiful, colourful work that is inspired by the sensuality of nature. Her work explores the connection between botanical forms and human sexuality. By abstracting flower blooms and focusing on their reproductive elements, she invites viewers to engage with themes of beauty, desire, and attraction—drawing subconscious links between the natural world and human instinct..Her work can be found on

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45:45

Emily Stubbs: A Contemporary Ceramicist from York in...

Colour and Ceramics ·

2025/04/15

Welcome to today’s episode! In this conversation, Bob sits down with the incredibly talented Emily Stubbs to dive into her journey with clay—how it all began, the evolution of her stunning work, and some fascinating insights into the techniques she uses in her ceramics practice.Emily’s work is both playful and refined, with a unique voice that really stands out in the world of contemporary ceramics.You can check out her creations at emilystubbs.com and follow her studio life on Instagram

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47:40

Sandy Brown: Renowned British potter and sculptor...

Colour and Ceramics ·

2025/04/01

Sandy Brown is a renowned British ceramic artist celebrated for her expressive, spontaneous approach to clay. Her work is characterized by bold colors, free-flowing brushwork, and an energetic, intuitive style that challenges conventional ceramic traditions. After being introduced to ceramics in Japan, Sandy learned there that pots can be dynamic, exciting, free, and irregular. She has since built an international reputation, creating large-scale installations, sculptural ceramics, and functional

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39:52

Karen Adams: Sculptor and painter

Colour and Ceramics ·

2025/03/18

Welcome to the Colour and Ceramics Podcast. Today's episode is with Karen Adams from Lush Brush Studios.Karen is a sculptor and painter based in Roswell, Georgia in the USA. She does some lovely sculptures using multi-media and found objects. You can find her website and Instagram sites here https://lush-brush.com/ and https://www.instagram.com/kalushbrush/

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44:43

Jack Durling: Ceramic animal sculptor and...

Colour and Ceramics ·

2025/03/04

A big warm welcome to Jack Durling, a wonderful animal sculptor and conservationist from the UK. Jack @jackdurlingceramics and Bob Acton @bobacton had a great conversation about Jack's work, how he approaches his work and, of course, surface design.You can find Jack at his website at https://www.jackdurling.co.uk/Enjoy the show!

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47:59

Susan Halls: An Exceptional Potter, Sculptor and...

Colour and Ceramics ·

2025/02/18

Bob Acton, host of the Colour and Ceramics Podcast, shares a lovely conversation he had with Susan Halls from Yorkshire in the UK. They talked her approach to ceramics and, of course, colour and surface design. I hope you enjoy the show.Susan can be found on her website at https://susanhalls.com/ and on her Instagram page at https://www.instagram.com/susanhallsceramicsuk/

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46:41

Ceramic Colour Magic: Insights from Sara Moorhouse

Colour and Ceramics ·

2025/02/03

Welcome to the Colour and Ceramics Podcast. I’m Bob Acton and I’m pleased to introduce you to the wonderful Sara Moorhouse.Her work on ceramics, colour and spatial perception began with a master’s degree at Cardiff, Wales and then onto a PhD to develop the ideas with more emphasis upon spatial colour phenomena on a three-dimensional form.She went beyond the basics of colour theory and tested out ideas on the conical form. She found that colours behave differently when viewed across three-dimensional

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42:18

Anastassia Zamaraeva: A UK-based potter and art...

Colour and Ceramics ·

2025/01/13

Hey there, folks! We're thrilled to bring you Season 2 of the Colour and Ceramics Podcast @colourandceramics! Get ready for a heartwarming chat between our host, Bob Acton @bobacton, and the charismatic Anastassia Zamaraeva @a_zama_ceramics. Anastassia, an incredible potter and art therapist hailing from London, shares her captivating journey in the realm of clay. We delve into how she cleverly intertwines clay into her art therapy while exploring the spellbinding world of colour and surface in

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40:20

Janet MacPherson: A Canadian Ceramic Artist

Colour and Ceramics ·

2024/12/04

Bob Acton shares his conversation with the Canadian ceramic artist Janet Macpherson. She began studying ceramics at Sheridan College, in Toronto, ON Canada and for six years operated a studio practice making functional ceramics, participating in exhibitions, and selling her work at various Toronto galleries. In 2008 she began her MFA in ceramics at The Ohio State University in Columbus, Ohio where she explored a more figurative approach to ceramics. Janet held an artist-in-residence/faculty position

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