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Growing up surrounded by a family of potters, I draw on those early influences: the work of my Father (David Leach) and Grandfather (Bernard Leach), Japanese and Korean art. I have assimilated my surroundings; therefore my work has become a natural expression of what is personal to me. I find the ongoing challenge of discovering my own visual language and voice as a potter both exciting and rewarding. It is a lifetime journey along with a lot of practicing!
Having lived and worked for many years in Spain I am very aware of a sense of place, a connection to the landscape, colors, textures, quality of light etc. I live in a rural community with people that are largely self-reliant and connected to the land. The idea of life, work and art being wholly integrated is something I try to achieve. The physicality of process is therefore very important to me. I utilize local materials where I can find them dug from a hillside or scraped from the seabed.
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