Complete Makers list  >  Joanna Thonger

Joanna loves making ceramics - "the transformation of liquid slip to hard, formed ceramic is a fascinating process, especially discovering ways and means that might be thought impossible". She crafts very simple but intricate pieces which push the boundaries of her imagination as well as the limitations of the material.

Products from Joanna Thonger

  • Kathryn Light
    Kathryn Light

    A fabulous candle holder made using 3 'sheets' of porcelain encouraged to express the fabric from which they're formed:  this method creates a stunning floaty effect emphasised by the dim glow provided by the tea candle in the centre. Simply ...

  • Spotty Bowl
    Spotty Bowl

    This is a very stylish bowl made using 3 'sheets' of porcelain draped over a mould to create its unexpected shape. Works great as a centrepiece or it could also be used to keep small valuable objects like rings, coins or keys from getting scattered ...

  • Tall Vase
    Tall Vase

    Decorative translucent porcelain vase. The 'bound' design was made with wool soaked in porcelain slip and wrapped around the vase. A very appealing ornament covered with a pattern resembling that of a climbing plant, this pretty vase is both delicate ...

  • Skeleton Pot
    Skeleton Pot

    Made with wool soaked in porcelain slip. During firing the wool burns away revealing an unusual but very appealing openwork with an organic and whimsical feel to it.

  • Flower Vase
    Flower Vase

    This is a decorative translucent porcelain vase with a lighthearted and playful flower design. It comes in either white, blue, or yellow and would be great to embellish the kitchen windowsill or perhaps a bathroom shelf.