Vladka Thwaites creates vessels and decorative plates that explore memories, dreams and the subconscious. Historical influences and a conceptual approach informs her choice of forms and decorations. Her pieces are adorned with a palimpsest of textures, details and abstracted motifs. The viewer is invited to create their own narrative interpretations and sense of place. She works predominantly with black clay and porcelain, using hand-building, throwing and, occasionally, slip-casting techniques.
