Beyond clay and the pottery: recording hacks

Studio life: upgrades

At my laptop, in our fully equipped pottery, I grumble about the poor quality 4G broadband connection (incidentally it’s getting an upgrade today - it is attempt number three… at least). As ever we love a good hack and this week studio member Richard has been assessing his form and technique by filming himself throw pots - check out his gimbal! The broadband upgrade, and Richard, has prompted me to reminisce on the business of connecting beyond clay and this space.

Hack: needs must

Phones taped to sticks and g-clapped to benches, and laptops dangling from shelves in the eaves - life behind the scenes.

Discover: hand and digital

Michael Eden produces complex and dynamic pots that investigate the relationship between hand and digital tools.
Video: Michael explains the process and ideas behind his work.