Creating art with the earth….

Bringing creativity to West Wales

Ceramics

Sculputural and Ornamental

Illustrations

Prints & Cards

Classes

Art & Craft sessions for all ages

I am an artist/maker based in Pembrokeshire, West Wales, with a passion for clay. I have over 25 years’ experience within the area, gaining a BA Hons degree from Cardiff University in 1998.

Working from my studio in the national park near Pembroke, I produce a range of ornamental and sculptural ceramics along with watercolour illustrations.

My ceramic sculptures have taken inspiration from the beautiful rolling hills of West Wales and the patterns I see within the landscape.

My work has evolved as I have walked the hills and watched the changing skies that surround me. Finding myself living on nature’s doorstep has not only allowed me quiet, creative space but time to consider who or what I share the landscape with. I take great joy in modelling the animals I create and love the feeling of seeing each character evolve and come to life as I sculpt. The animals have become an integral part of my pieces and the love I have for all living things continues to influence my practice.

I explore finishes and textures using coloured slips, engobes and underglazes and each piece is completed and enhanced using a combination of methods, then fired between 1040-1100°.

this is me

I’m Jemma Elsley, artist, maker, teacher….

As a practising artist for over 20 years, with a passion for working in three-dimensions, I work with clay to create ornamental, sculptural forms.