About
Julie is a ceramic wall artist who creates tactile works from stained shards of porcelain clay. She graduated with an MA in Ceramics from UCA Farnham, where she developed a strong interest in surface, materiality and sensory engagement. Her practice focuses on textured surfaces and irregular edges that invite viewers to engage physically with the artwork, gently challenging the long-held gallery convention of “do not touch.” By encouraging this instinctive response, Julie aims to create a deeper, more personal connection between the viewer and the piece.
Her inspiration comes from the Dorset coastline, an area of striking beauty and international importance, defined by its fragility and constant change. Powerful winter waves shape the land, creating erosion, movement and a distinctive colour palette of black tones, cold greys, greens and muted blues. These qualities are reflected in Julie’s fragmented forms and layered surfaces. Her work explores the senses, particularly touch, sight and sound – inviting quiet reflection and immersive engagement.
Julie is one of the Continuum makers exhibiting at Continuum@OXO2026 – OXO gallery 13 to 17 May.
