I have been experimenting with the composition of my final forms and the clay forms that sit within them, I want to have a variety of types of holes to reflect my understanding and research into Trypophobia as well as continuing to challenge the idea of the juxtaposition of the smooth and textures surfaces working coherently.
I am still undecided with the clay forms currently as I like them in their raw bisque fired state. speaking to someone from ceramics, I was advised not to use a slip based colourant and to have a go with an underglaze first. I like the raw matte finish of the bisque fired clay but I feel it will be beneficial for me to experiment with the introduction of colour to my work then to reflect and decide on the finish I want for my pieces once they are fired. therefore I am going to experiment with underglaze as well as acrylic paints- I am doing this as I am concerned with using glazes I may loose some details within the the forms, so using acrylics may avoid this problem. we shall see.
Lara Hoad Artist Designer: Maker 