BBC Essex and BBC online Features

We were hoping to have an unveiling of the sculpture, but as this is not possible at the moment, we are spreading the word about EKCO.

BBC Essex interview,  02/10/2020.  Only available for a few weeks.  Converstaion starts a 1.53 in, followed by an interview and people calling in with their memories of EKCO 

BBC online article

"Can you find it in her art?"

Beautiully written three page article about my work in Suffolk Magazine this month.  Really captures the ethos of gathering materials and stories to create each piece of work.

It's a great magazine too, perfect for those balmy evenings...

Cole Avenue,  Southend SS2 6BH. 

A sculpture celebrating the legacy of Eric Kirkham Cole and the EKCO brand is now complete.  There will be an official unveiling tto be announced soon.  Standing on the original factory site, built in 1930, Eric's suit is mosaiced with 182 photographs depicting products made, factory workers and sports and social events. I'll be adding some detailed photographs soon and we are also putting together a publication detailing the images chosed.  This piece was created in collaboration with Tamsin Evans and Michael Condron. 

For more info about EKCO, there is a great book EKCO Sounds, widely available.

Bellway Hones and Southend Borough Council

Your Country needs you to........ Stay at Home

 A little something I have been working on alongside my EKCO commission.  Thought now was the time to get on with creating a series of videos, tips and tricks for working with crockery and found materials you may have around the house.  Hope soon to do a live stream on facebook.  First up is tips on how to grout a picassiette style mosaic. On You Tube now.

Sending everyone love and best wishes.

19 Kings Quay Street, Harwich.  CO12 3ER   01255 242930          

 *APOLOGIES BUT POSTPONED DUE TO COVID-19*

This two day course has been postponed and once we are clearer with the situation we can offer alternative dates.  Please note, this course was fully booked and a waiting list is in place.

Go to Old Bank Studios for info and booking

Sending everybody health and happiness in this surreal time...

Still continuing to snip away in the studio, working on commission for Southend's most notorious son, Eric Kirkham Cole of founder of EKCO.

I may put out some "how to" videos on social media, with some snipping advice..watch this space.  

FEW PLACES REMAINING!  1 Brookside, CB2 1JE   01223 336265

January 30th - 31st

Two day Mosaic course learning all the techniques needed to create a stunning mosaic.  Combining crockery, glass and ceramic and with plenty of books for inspiration - as well as the wonderful gardens themselves.

All materials included.  For more info go to CUBG

Sculpture in progress 

Work is progressing well on a sculpture of Eric Kirkham Cole,  celebrating his achievements with the EKCO brand and the impact on Southend and its community.   The sculpture depicts Eric atop  his AD65 radio.  His suit will be mosaiced entirely from ceramic photographs of factory workers, products made and pcitures of EKCO social and sports events.  The sculpture is a combination of Corten Steel, Cold Cast Bronze and Mosaic. 

With humble beginnings in a garden shed, EKCO went onto be one of the main employers in Southend, making everything from radios and televisions to wartime electronics, He was also one of the first to provide pensions, paid holidays and set up a sports and social club still active today.   

Picture shows three former EKCO workers sharing their stories and holding the maquette at an open day held at the EKCO social club.   For updates go to my FB page.  There is also a great book called "EKCO Sounds" with an FB page.

19 Kings Quay Street, Harwich.  CO12 3ER   01255 242930          * FULLY BOOKED*

A lovely return to this creative bank for a weekend of snipping.  Combining crockery, glass and ceramic tiles you will create a beautiful panel to be proud of.  You will learn all the techniques needed to continue projects at home.  There will be lots of advice, encouragement, snipping and fun along with plenty of books for inspiration - Oh and plenty of tea, biscutis and a delicious home made lunch.  Book early though as places are limited and book up fast!

Go to Old Bank Studios for info and booking.

Oakwood House, 2 High Street, Maldon.  CM9 5PJ.  Exhibition runs until 31st August

Summer exhibition showing the finest of the region.  I am showing my popular kuppa birds along with "Aphrodite"

Go to Hayletts Gallery for more information.

Geedon Gallery, Jaggers,  Fingringhoe.  Colchester CO5 7DN  01206 729334/728587

Open weekend 13th-14th April then open daily 11.00 - 5.30

Stunning exhibition featuring sculpture, jewellery, painting, print and ceramics.  I have a new collection of kuppa birds and two corsets - all made from carefully snipped, beautiful vintage and antique plates.

 For more info: Geedon Gallery

SORRY, FULLY BOOKED!  1 Brookside, CB2 1JE   01223 336265

January 31st - Febraury 1st

Two day Mosaic course learning all the techniques needed to create a stunning mosaic.  Combining crockery, glass and ceramic and with plenty of books for inspiration - as well as the wonderful gardens themselves.

All materials included.  For more info go to CUBG

Chapel Road, Wivenhoe. Essex   C07 9DX      01206 827 490

Open Wed till Sun 11-5.  Exhibition runs until 16th December.

A flock of birds, including Warblers and Goldtails ready to be flown off for Christmas along with some "Goblet meets faberge egg" style Tea Chalices. 

Lots of top makers and shapers on show.

For more info go to The Sentinel Gallery

*SORRY FULLY BOOKED*  19 Kings Quay Street, Harwich. 

Bring your creativity (and crock if you like), to create a beautiful mosaic panel.  There will be a mix of glass and ceramic tiles as well as oodles of yummy crockery and lots of books for inspiration. Learn all the techniques needed to complete your project and give you the bug to create more at home. All materials are included as is a delicious lunch and refreshments!  

For more details and bookings go to the Old Bank Studios Website

Geedon Gallery, Jaggers, Fingringhoe.  Colchester   CO5 7DN  01206 729334/07901918046

Open daily from 6th-21st October, 11-5.30 and then by appointment until 15th December

Meet Ptolemy, Isis, Gertrude and Dexter  - all made from beautiful old china and ready to adorn your garden.  For more information go to Geedon Gallery

Ha'penny Pier, The Quay, Harwich.  CO12 3HH

Esturiana took a short drive from her summer home at Old Bank Studios to a new home on Ha'penny pier.  A perfect setting for this Harwich Goddess to watch over the waters on a stunning victorian wooden pier. 

The video of her creation from sea glass and crockery, can now be seen on You Tube 

 The Peter Pears Gallery, Aldeburgh.  Exhibition runs daily until 27th August.  Anne is in the gallery on July 26th.

Warblers and Greenwings on show alongside the regions finest makers.  Have a day out in beautiful Aldeburgh and pop in to see the show.

Currently outside Old Bank Studios, 19 Kings Quay Street, Harwich.  CO12 3ER

Esturiana was revealed during a well attended launch for Essex Summer of Art and the Harwich Festival on 21st June.  The initial idea for the boat came from  Old Bank Studios, where I run a mosaic course.  Having seen my mosaic trabant,  what would be more fitting for Harwich than a boat?  I decided to create a new Goddess for Harwich.  Using mainly donated materials including crockery and sea glass from the local coastline, the old rowing boat was adorned.  She is still on display outside the Bank and once a permanent location is confirmed, we will post here.

Sponsored by North Norfolk District Council.  North Walsham until Saturday 8th September

Over 50 moongazing and city hares are adorning the County of Norfolk this summer as part of  the Break Charity  GoGoHares 2018 trail.  Lepus was unveiled in June and is appropriately next door to the Hop In in North Walsham. His name comes from a constellation Lepus, (Greek for Hare) and he is covered in glistening stars and a mirrored moon.  He also has his own Twitter page and loves to be followed and tweeted!

Exhibition runs until 1st July. 86 Fronks Road, Dovercourt, Harwich.  CO12 3RS.  01255 502563

An exhibition of invited East Anglian Artists in a magical garden. Hosted by artists Mel King and Daphne Sandham, part of Harwich Festival and Essex Summer of Art.

Old Bank Studios, 19 Kings Quay Street, Harwich.  CO12 3ER

Esturiana, Goddess of Harwich and Creativity will be unveiled on 21st June...plates, sea glass, coins and a boat.....you have to visit to believe it!

Exhibition continues daily until July 1st.  Go to Old Bank Studios or Harwich Festival for more details on events.

Jubilee Gardens allotments, working with High Stile Projects.

1600 plastic bottles, hundreds of people equipped with sharpie pens and the result is a stunning greenhouse created for a lovely group of adults living with dementia.  The greenhouse will allow them to grow on seeds to plant in their very impressive raised veg beds.  See the video of its making here

The Gift of Life - The River of Life

 Lovely double page article in recent issue of Grout about the hospital mosaic.

Beginners Mosaic Course **SOLD OUT**

This wonderful weekend course will provide all the basic techniques of mosaic making, giving you the skills and confidence needed to complete further and more ambitious projects at home.  Materials include glass and ceramic tiles along with oodles of crockery and recycled bits.  Personalise your work with any bits of broken crockery or jewellery you can't bear to throw away.   

Plenty of books on hand for inspiration.  All materials are included as well as a delicious lunch, and refreshments.

For bookings and more info go to the Assington Mill website, or call 01787 229955.

Think nautical!  **SOLD OUT** 

Bring your creativity (and crock if you like), to create a beautiful mosaic panel. As usual there will be a lovely mix of glass and ceramic tiles as well as oodles of yummy crockery and lots of books for inspiration. Learn all the techniques needed to complete your project and give you the bug to create more at home. All materials are included as is a delicious lunch and refreshments!  You can make a unique Christmas gift or even get someone to purchase the course for your Christmas present!

For more details and bookings go to the Old Bank Studios Website

On show until 24th December

Wonderful Warblers and Gorgeous Goldwings on sale at Hayletts Gallery in Maldon. Unique Christmas gift!

Suffolk Food Hall, Wherstead, Ipswich.  IP9 2AB  

Until Sunday 17th December.

I have some freshly made quirky birds on show for this new venue, including greenwings and willow warblers.  I'll be in the gallery on 10th and 12th December, so come and say hello.

For more info go to the Suffolk Craft Society website.

Geedon Gallery, Jaggers, Fingringhoe, Colchester. CO5 7DN 01206 729334/07901 918046

Open daily 7th - 22nd October, 11.00 - 5.30.             

Open by appointment until 15th December.

I'm showing some new work including a large sleeping head, Tea Chalices, birds and spoons.  There is a stunning range of work on show including paintings, prints and sculptures. More birds arriving soon.....

For more information, go to Geedon Gallery 

"Tools of the Trade" Demonstration at the Peter Pears Gallery, Aldeburgh 10.00 am - 5.00 pm

I will be in the Gallery all day, equipped with tools and a few samples of work, demonstrating plate cutting, so pop in and say hello!  My new Tea Chalices are on sale as are lots of gorgeous treasures from the finest makers in the region.

Introducing my new Tea Chalices! The Peter Pears Gallery, Aldeburgh. Open daily until 28th August

I've been developing my teapot sculptures and have created a new series of chalices on show for the first time in wonderful Aldeburgh. There will be work from some of the finest makers in the region inculding textiles, glass, jewellery and ceramics.  Buy yourself somehting special, walk along the beach and have a delicious lunch.  I will be doing a demonstration or two at the gallery, dates to be confirmed so watch this space.

For more information go to the Suffolk Craft Society

Mosaic Trabbi  returns to its rightful setting at Elizabeth Castle In Meiningen

I've just been sent press cuttings showing the return of my much loved Trabbi to the town.  Turns out it disappeared a few years ago and nobody quite knows where, but it is back in its beautiful prime location in the castle courtyard. Every year thousands of people flock to the castle as a tourist destination and also a wedding venue - There are endless wedding photos with a sparkly white and mirror trabant as the star! For more photos click here

Gift of Life 

Featured in the June issue is a lovely article about my recent commission for Colchester University Hospital.

A preloved and recycled fair 10.00am - 4.00pm

I'll be selling art and mosaic materials, tools, back catalogue artworks, vintage crockery, bric a brac and clothes all in the lovely setting of the Minories and its garden.  There will be lots of stallholders all selling preloved goodies along with the regular monthly Bazaar crew of artists and bakers.

Hope to see you there!

6 metre long mosaic commissioned by the Organ donor committee is a thank you to donor families.

Based on the Essex coastline with its rivers and estuaries, The Gift of Life is made from fragments from hundreds of items of crockery as well as jewellery, buttons and beach glass donated by staff, donor families and recipients and people from all over north east Essex. Embedded into the mosaic is a poem by Martin Newell - a thank you to all donor families for their act of altruism and kindness. 

Registering to become a donor takes around 3 minutes and can save and transform many lives.

Mosaic course for Beginners and Improvers.  SOLD OUT

This wonderful weekend course will provide all the basic techniques of cutting, laying and grouting.  This will give you the skills and confidence needed to complete further and more ambitious projects at home!  Materials include glass and ceramic tiles along with oodles of crockery and recycled bits.  Personalise your work with any bits of broken crockery or jewellery you can't bear to throw away.  Embed them into the mosaic and keep them forever.

Plenty of books on hand for inspiration.  All materials are included as well as a delicious lunch, and refreshments.

For bookings and more info go to the Assington Mill website. This course is an ideal Christmas present!

Town Hall Galleries, Ipswich until 24th December

Some of the regions finest makers have created some Spangle.....for perfect Christmas presents.  I have some of my faberge style spoons on show, so pop in!

Make a Mermaid or Merman panel (or any other nautical creature!)

Continuing a nautical theme, fitting for Harwich, please bring your creativity (and your crock) to create a beautiful panel. As usual there will be a lovely mix of glass and ceramic tiles as well as oodles of yummy crockery and lots of books for inspiration. Learn all the techniques needed to complete your project and give you the bug to create more at home.  All materials are included as is a delicious lunch!

For more details and bookings go to the Old Bank Studios website

Afternoon demonstration at Peter Pears Gallery, Aldeburgh

I'll be in the gallery all day and doing demonstrations in the afternoon, so pop in and say hello. There are lots of beautiful items for sale including jewellery, ceramics, prints, metalwork, glass and textiles so come in and treat yourself!

Summer mixed exhibition

Flock of paper birds accompanying two mosaic birds, on sale at Hayletts Gallery in Maldon until end of August.  See Hayletts Gallery website for more info.

Peter Pears Gallery, Aldeburgh until 29th August.

My first exhibition with Suffolk Craft Society includes my Schwegspoons, a golden corset and a royal teapot. Aldeburgh is beautiful, so go along to the exhibition, treat yourself to something gorgeous and then stroll along the beach followed by a wood fired pizza and prosecco in the local pub! Perfect summer outing.

Gift of Life : River of Life  - A 20ft  mosaic to help promote organ donation

I'll be in residence at the hospital this week to talk about the mosaic alongside experts from the organ donation team. Very pleased to have been awarded this commission for the hospital's main entrance corridor.  Based on the Essex coastline with it's rivers and estuaries, the mosaic will contain hundreds of plates, buttons and beach glass donated from people all over Colchester.  The coastline was chosen as symbolic of the river of life, the ebb and flow of the tide, like breathing is about giving and receiving. Which is exactly what organ donation is - and much of my work. Embedded in the mosaic will also be a specially commissioned poem by Martin Newell.  This is inspired by a book containing thankyou letters from donor recipients to donor families.

The work will be completed in the autumn. For more info see the Colchester Hospital website.

Watch this space......

Swedish Maidens, Symington Building, Market Harborough

Commission celebrating the heritage of  the Symington Building, formerly the corset factory of  R & W H Symington & Co Ltd, makers of the infamous Liberty Bodice.  The designs were inspired by corsets in the collections of  Leicestershire County Council and Harborough Museum. Materials  including crockery and buttons were donated by local people with links to the firm.

The project was commissioned by Harborough District Council and funded by the Arts Council.

More images can be seen in the Public Art section and facebook page

History Tree, Kent History & Library Centre, Maidstone.         Steel, smalti, etched stainless steel

Phase 3 of the History Tree saw its completion with the installation of the Ground tree.  Steel and glass branches are set into the paviours along with over 40 etched leaves containing stories, anecdotes and historical Kentish facts. This was a collaboration with metal sculptor Michael Condron. See the public art section for more info.

Symington Building Artwork Commission - Swedish Maidens

I've recently been awarded this exciting commission for the entrance to an old corset factory.  I'll be creating 9 corsets using crockery, jewels and buttons donated by local people.  The corsets will be based on those in the collection. Anyone remember the Liberty Bodice? Well Symingtons made them!

The Symington building now houses a museum, library and government offices.  The project is now underway with crockery collection points around the town.  It will be launched in the new year.

Harborough website has more details about crockery collections.  If you or anyone you know used to work at the factory we'd be really keen to hear from you especially if you have any photographs of the time. 

Uschi the Koi

Commissioned by Colchester Zoo for their Japanese inspired gardens in the Koi Niwa area.

Uschi is based on the Kohaku type of Koi and stands over 2m tall.  She is made from hundreds of orange, gold and pearlescent glass tiles. There is a You Tube video showing the progress.  There will also be a little baby Koi coming soon too....

For more info or if you'd like to visit Uschi, see the Colchester Zoo website.

History Tree & Leaves. Collaboration with Michael Condron

Phase 2 of the "History Tree" for Maidstone's new centre was completed in the Autumn.   An 8 metre stainless steel tree, with translucent mosaic at its base adorns the front of the building, with 17 steel and mosaic leaves changing from green to red blowing along the pillars.

The final phase of the project, set into the paving will be the shadow of the tree.  This will involve almost 50 etched leaves containing stories, anecdotes and historical facts gathered during workshops from people all over Kent.  The building was formally opened by the Duke of Kent in 2012.

"WDL worked with Anne to create a new website to display her amazing mosaics and we couldn't resist the opportunity to own a piece of her work to proudly feature in our meeting room.  The resulting work is truly incredible"  Emily Wood, Marketing Manager, WDL

The circular panel is based on how information flows through the internet and around the world.  It is made using Anne's trademark combination of shattered glass, tiles and crockery.

To find out more about WDL click here

Voted most popular Giraffe!

As part of Colchester Zoo's 50th birthday celebrations, Anne was commissioned to create a design on a 2.5m fibreglass giraffe. 30 giraffes and almost one hundred half sized ones created by local schools are on parade over the summer.

Anne's Indian inspired design "Sarasvati" was sponsored by Sainsbury and is made using white and gold crockery, mirror and coins. Sarasvati will be on display in the Colchester Branch of Sainsbury for 12 weeks until 26th August.

The giraffes return to Colchester Zoo for a farewell tour, before heading to London's Thames for a week. The finale is a giraffe auction on 19th September for the Zoo's charity "Action for the wild"

"Sarasvati" at Sainsbury, 2nd June-26th August.  

1 Western Approach, Colchester. CO3 9AA 

More info on Anne's facebook page