About the studio

Hi, I’m Jess — the face and hands behind Clay & Canvas.

I stumbled upon pottery 3.5 years ago, and I was hooked from the moment I started.

What started as a hobby quickly grew into something I wanted to pursue full time, and I’ve been teaching pottery for nearly 2 years now, sharing my love for this art form with others.

My approach to teaching is rooted in the belief that pottery is about more than just making objects — it’s about connecting with the process, embracing imperfections and slowing down.

My own work adopts a philosophy of emphasising individuality and imperfections. I actively seek out methods that allow each piece to speak as an artwork in its own right, reflecting the beauty of small batch, handmade ceramics.

Clay & Canvas is a boutique ceramics studio based in South Oxfordshire, opened in April 2025 — a creative teaching space designed to feel calm and welcoming.

With just 4 wheels and spacious handbuilding tables, the studio is intentionally small to allow for intimate, in-depth teaching and a real sense of community. Whether you're here to throw, sculpt, slab build or glaze, there’s space for your ideas (and your clay-covered hands).

We offer a range of courses, memberships, and workshops for all skill levels — always rooted in the belief that learning should feel joyful, not intimidating.

This is a space to get messy, make mistakes, meet likeminded makers, and create beautiful things.