Elaine found direct inspiration in a companion craft - hand-spun and woven textiles. Working with Brighton based artist-maker Imogen Bright Moon, Elaine created a collection reflecting the muted tones of cream, beige and dark flecked brown found in undyed wool and natural yarns. The forms and textures of the vessels were similarly inspired by shapes and textures found in weaving - the tapered forms of yarn cones and the repeated lines drawn in the warp and weft of woven fabric.
Elaine’s signature use of mixed media in her work ensured the use of carefully placed additions - in this case tendrils of wisteria draw meandering, thread-like lines in the air above the ceramic pieces.
