In Conversation: Karen Densham, Tessa Peters & Crispin Kelly
Saturday 24 May, 2–4pm
The Market Hall, Saxmundham
Exhibitions open 10am–5pm at The Old Bank & The Art Station
Join us for a thoughtful conversation which responds to the exhibition Poor Form: ceramic works by Karen Densham. Why clay? Why ceramics? Karen will talk about her work and specific pieces in the exhibition and the other speakers will offer their response to Poor Form and explore their own personal journey into ceramics and how this has shaped their creative practice, perspectives, and relationship to the clay.
Karen Densham is an Ipswich-based artist working across ceramics, paper, video, and photography. Her satirical and playful practice challenges everyday sentimentality. She studied at the Royal College of Art and has exhibited internationally, including at the V&A, ICA, and Museum of Contemporary Ceramic Art (Japan).Tessa Peters is a Senior Lecturer in art and design history and part of the Ceramics Research Centre at CREAM. Her curatorial work draws from critical theory, exploring the emotional and narrative depth of contemporary objects.
Crispin Kelly is CEO of Baylight Properties, founder of House of Making, Artist and long-time collector.