This artists's studio is open
days:
23-31 May 2026
Meriel Chudleigh
Terracotta slipware and wood-fired stoneware
I have a strong sense of belonging to Cornwall, particularly Lostwithiel. Pottery has been made here for many years and slipware is a local expressive art. It celebrates life and the turn of the rural year. Two seemingly simple materials direct my making, warm hued terracotta and luscious creamy slip. Usually wheel thrown and electric fired, my red earthenware pots are layered with opaque or partly transparent liquid clays and scored with marks inspired by trees, hedgerows, the river and the sky.
My wood fired pots also reflect a strong local character, using Dobles stoneware and a Leach treadle wheel, they are glazed with wood ash and other mixed raw materials. My small kiln is fuelled by coppiced native species harvested from the land. The dynamic atmosphere of burning wood permanently fixes varied elemental effects onto the clay surfaces.
Creatively, two different approaches link my sense of place to each ceramic piece intended for both aesthetic and functional daily use.
Do get in touch by email to visit or purchase pots.
thechudleighs@hotmail.com
Studio 42
South East Cornwall
treveglos
downend
lostwithiel
cornwall
PL22 0HT
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Studio information
This studio is open days: 23-31 May 2026.
At St Winnow School car park access the short private drive next to the Nurtured Nursery.
Treveglos is accessed via a single track private drive owned and managed by Peregrine hall. Please drive slowly and with care and be aware reversing may be neccesary.
You may prefer to park in Polscoe road and walk the short distance to the studio to enjoy the beautiful oak trees.
On site level parking for up to six cars is available.
If you have difficulties arranging a visit to my studio please do get in touch to view work virtually via Zoom or make other arrangements to suit your needs.
Step-free access
On-site parking
Family friendly
Open all year round by appointment
