Ben is a multidisciplinary artist whose work merges his passions for pottery, geography, geology, and music. His journey began with inspiration from his school pottery teacher, leading him to study art at the Foundation level.

He later pursued a degree in geography and geology before training as a professional cellist at the Royal Academy of Music. Since 2000, Ben has served as the principal cellist with English Touring Opera and regularly performs in London’s West End theatres, as well as with companies like Glyndebourne and Garsington Opera.

After rediscovering pottery in his late 30s, Ben developed a distinctive approach to hand-building. His unglazed, coiled pots, crafted with coloured clays and intricate textures, are influenced by landscapes, geological formations, and the natural world, with an underlying sense of musical rhythm.

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During the talk, Ben will share more about his artistic journey, his sources of inspiration, and the techniques he has refined over the years. It promises to be an insightful and engaging conversation.

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