Victorian salt-glaze pottery has been a rich source of inspiration for Alistair’s recent work. This is evident in his choice of processes, materials and forms.

Alistair has continued to develop his own range of pottery, which includes large decorative wall plates as well as smaller functional items. His work is thrown and often altered by pressing, denting and applying porcelain details. Surface textures are emphasised by firing in salt kiln, which also enhances the colour of the clay body. The smooth glazes often provide a contrast to the textures and colours produced by an unusually fine coating of salt-glaze.

The workshop is situated in rural Gloucestershire near the banks of the River Severn. It is housed in stone outbuildings dating from the 17th Century which provide excellent accomodation for the process of making pots.