Every month, we bring you an update about what’s new and exciting at Cockpit. From stunning products to intriguing projects to inspiring brand partnerships, here are the latest developments from our makers.
Embrace spring with new seasonal warps by Kathryn Tomasetti
2024 Dyers’ Award recipient Kathryn Tomasetti has just launched a brand-new Seasonal Warps project. Every three months she’ll be focusing on one of her traditional, homegrown dye plants and its corresponding range of colours to create a limited edition of bespoke handwoven pieces.
Don’t miss your chance to secure the March warp, which features madder root’s reds, pinks, mauves, and apricots. Learn more about Kathryn’s Botanical Weaves project here.
Learn the art of mould-making at Jasmine Bradbury's new workshop
Bookings are open for artist-sculptor Jasmine Bradbury‘s new silicone mould-making workshops! Two sets of hands-on workshops will take place in Jasmine’s studio at Cockpit Deptford on 11-14 March and 25-28 March.
Participants are invited to bring a small sculpture or object to mould, and will learn how to create a high-quality two-part silicone mould. Spaces are limited, so get in touch to book now.
If you prefer admiring sculpture to getting your hands dirty, Jasmine’s piece Shadow Self is currently on display at The Sculpture Park in Farnham, Surrey. Enjoy the fresh spring weather while discovering modern and contemporary sculpture!
Discover Darren Appiagyei's award-winning new collection
For this year’s Collect Art Fair, Darren Appiagyei debuted a deeply personal new body of work. ‘What grows in the dark comes to light’ is a showcase of 10 wood vessels exploring scale, cluster formation, and texture. The series was created in honour of his late mother who died from fibroids.
In creating a sensory experience for Collect, Darren invited visitors to step into the darkness in an exploration of loss, grief, and hope through art. Congratulations to Darren on receiving the Collect Open Award!
Learn more about his incredible practice here.
Inspired movement in Sarah Warsop's new drop of mini paintings
Jeweller, painter and former professional dancer Sarah Warsop has just released an exciting new series of affordable mini paintings!
Painted directly from the music of Nils Frahm using acrylic ink, gilding wax, gold and silver powder pigment, metal foils and gesso, Sarah’s ‘Four Part Improvisations’ are an exciting expression of the vitality and memory of music and dance on paper.
Shop Leonie Edmead's new collection for the Fitzwilliam Museum
Following a commission for artist Jacqueline Bishop’s Rise Up exhibition, exploring revolutionaries and abolitionists across the Caribbean, the Fitzwilliam Museum commissioned weaver Leonie Edmead to create a series of cushion covers for their shop to coincide with the exhibition.
Drawing inspiration from contemporary Caribbean design and the beauty of Caribbean landscapes, Leonie has created a stunning range of printed and handwoven designs, which are now available to purchase.
Leah Jensen selected for the 2025 British Ceramics Biennial Award
The ninth edition of the British Ceramics Biennial (BCB) is coming up this autumn, and we’re delighted that Cockpit ceramicist Leah Jensen is one of ten artists who have been selected to create new work as part of their headline exhibition and Award.
The BCB is the leading platform for contemporary ceramics practice in the UK, with one of the ten artists selected for the £10,000 Award Prize during the Biennial. Stay tuned for the reveal of Leah’s new piece later this year.
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