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| From Guardsman to Craftsman |
| Inspired by the royal collections, a former Queen's Guard turns potter. |
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Brisbane potter David Charlton might have invested a lifetime in his work, such is the quality of his craftsmanship. Remarkably, he has been working with clay for only six years.
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As a Queen's Guard in England, David was inspired by the craftsmanship of the magnificent pieces in the royal collections. However, it was not until after his move to Australia that he decided to take up the craft.
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He uses a manual potter's wheel, built in 1914. It's one of the few "kickwheels" still around. David keeps the turntable spinning by "kicking" or pushing a circular board located at the base of the wheel.
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He makes pots, bowls, vases and wine jugs out of natural clay. Some of his work has a distinctive marble effect, achieved by blending white earthenware clay with a red terracotta.
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He also makes some unusual pieces including ceramic violins, which look amazingly like the real thing, and a "potter's harp". The harp, which can be played, is a ceramic bowl with strings attached.
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More Info
Contact David Charlton on (07) 3808 8445.
His work can be seen at Galloway's Gallery, 34 Brooke Street, Bowen Hills, QLD, 4006, ph: (07) 3852 1425.
David's work will feature in a joint exhibition at the Gull Cottage Gallery in Springwood, QLD, August 7-23.
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