We sat down with Fern Taylor to find out a little bit more about her route to working with ceramics and the incredibly labour intensive technique, Nerikomi, she uses to create unbelievable pattern in her work. 

Being a mum is a full-time job. So is being a maker. Put the two together, and you get a life that’s as messy - no paid leave, no set hours and a constant juggling act between family life and creative work - as it is magical - full of creativity, chaos and moments of pure joy.

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A photo essay from Peter Clement, an ode to his seasonal harvest with Mae Ceramics Colander.