Simon Leach is a potter with a long history in ceramics, born in England but residing in Spain. His grandfather and father were both ceramic artists with well established reputations as well. The Leach Treadle wheel was first created by his lineage and is a wheel I would absolutely love to own. It is quite impressive watching him work, the way he goes about doing his videos keeps you entertained and also intrigued. He has a few little nuances that a lot of people have on the wheel and it's funny to watch them come out. He also throws in a little casual conversation in the videos, adding some humor.
"My grandfather Bernard, [...] he gave me the advice "look for beauty but also usefulness in a pot". Words I still carry with me today." -Simon Leach
Simon Leach Ceramics
P.S. - Update on me: The incense thing I'm making... the plaster is finally dry enough (damn tropical storm) but I am ready to get started. I figure I'll try and get one going on Thursday, maybe work some other things up. I have plans for a gift for my ceramic class this coming fall, a towel and apron set.
I hope you enjoy this blog and the videos, if you do, let me know!
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