The Accidental Potter

James Verity

“The therapeutic healing power of making and appreciating clay”

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  • Kurinuki pot hand built

    Kurinuki pot hand built

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  • Piece number 1

    Piece number 1

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  • Hand sculpted red copper Raku pinch pot

    Hand sculpted red copper Ra...

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About The Accidental Potter

The Accidental Potter

I pinch pots and sculpt mental health

The first time I touched clay, it was a peaceful and comforting experience. There is nothing more grounding than working by hand with raw materials and watching as it slowly transforms into a piece of work. It is satisfying and humbling. Discovered completely by accident after someone suggested clay is good for mental health, I felt an instant connection.

I make pots and sculpture of different shapes and sizes. Most are fired through the 16th century Japanese art of Raku. My sculpture work focuses on mental health.

I hand build all my pieces, and this usually takes several days. Every piece is a totally unique one-off, and never repeated.

I have a gorgeous little pug who offers daddy moral support