Northern Potters Association

The aim of the NPA is to encourage and support artists in the production of sculptural, functional, fine art and decorative studio pottery in all its forms throughout the North of England

Becquet, Martine

I am originally from Belgium, but now live and work in the Lake District. I started making ceramics when I lived in Friesland, where I learned the throwing skills from a local potter. I worked with clay for several years whilst living in different European countries. When I moved to England I set up my own workshop in Devon. I worked with both earthenware and stoneware, decorating the pieces by scratching out various designs. I still use this ‘sgraffito’ technique on tableware. Recently I have become passionate about firing my pieces in wood and sawdust. It is a process I find exciting and interesting.