Anne Hudson

One of Anne’s favourite references is from Rose Slivka who states that the object is the poet. Anne firmly believes that a good object can sing, speak or give rise to narrative, ideas and concepts. The vessel is an abstract form in that it is a skin for nothing with a limitless potential to express meaning. Vessels are an integral part of our existence from womb, breast, cup to coffin and as such need our respect and reverence. For this exhibition Anne has made three bodies of work: Precious Earth:   A visit to Antarctica made me aware of not only the awesome beauty but also the vulnerability of our planet. These vessels are made from porcelain, itself a precious material that reflects that fragility. The blue exterior glaze contrasts beautifully with the stark white and purity of the interior with the broken edge offering the horizon of an abstract landscape. Rare Earth: This group of vessels has been thrown on the wheel using porcelain and then altered to give the static … [Read More...]