Terra – Ceramic Exhibition

This exhibition features artworks by Hayley Blackwell and Kate-Langrish Smith following a two-month residency at Artcore where the artists got an opportunity to explore the ceramic heritage of Derby and Derbyshire. Hayley’s unique perspective, derived from her hands-on experience on the ceramics production line at Royal Crown Derby, delves into the dedication and craftsmanship that goes into every ceramic piece, even in a world of mass production. Meanwhile, Kate, with her roots in Sheffield, draws inspiration from the diverse cast tools and components intricately intertwined in the railings alongside Derby Midlands railway station, serving as a tribute to the city’s rich locomotive industry history.

“Terra” embodies the spirit of Derby’s ceramic heritage, symbolising the deep-rooted connection between our city and the art of ceramics.