Using porcelain and plaster to explore visceral and tactile material surfaces.
Helen creates beautiful and illusionary effects with texture, tones and form. Exploring how material qualities shift with light and capturing movement; engaging with a world of sensory and imaginative landscapes, aiming to silence our overstimulated, digital world; connect and nurture the imagination.
Helen Johannessen
Ceramics
About
“Predominately led by the making process, I aim to capture that energy in my work. The visceral quality of being a maker is important, I communicate my material skill and imagination through casting.”
Helen Johannessen
Services
- commissions
- workshops
- designing for industry
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Maker stories
Open Studios
Find the Perfect Festive Gift at Winter Open Studios
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Article
New makers in Deptford for Cockpit Summer Festival
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News
Heritage Crafts Award for Helen Johannessen
Ceramicist Helen Johannessen recognised in prestigious President Award for endangered crafts.
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Article
New Year, New Makers
A new year always brings new beginnings and there’s none more pivotal than setting up a studio. This month has us welcoming three makers to Cockpit...
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