Since establishing her studio in 1982 Gabriele Koch’s ceramics have become increasingly admired by collectors worldwide. Previously working with smoke firing processes, Koch’s recent work has developed a more graphic language which draws inspiration from the geology of a place and how the different layers of sediment combine in rock formations. Exploration with new techniques and materials, have seen her combine heavy black clay with white porcelain, working with texture and pale slips over dark clay to create new pieces that exude a compelling quietude.
Throughout his long career Peter has always sought pathways to the development of new ideas. Often this is a slow process, but sometimes a particular event speeds things along.
Partaking of two residencies in China recently, where Peter worked in porcelain at high temperatures, led him to develop a new body of work, made alongside his existing practice to which Peter is still deeply committed.
This new exhibition represents the outcome of Peter’s working practice.
'This exhibition explores objects that express a quiet equilibrium: fragile, shifting forms that exist in a state of delicate imbalance. Their stillness is easily disturbed, as if the act of holding too tightly might cause something essential to disappear. The works reflect an interest in forms that resist perfection, remaining slightly unresolved, unsettled, and quietly alive.' Akiko Hirai
