Paul Davis has run Sturt Pottery at Mittagong, NSW, since 2001 and Jacqueline Clayton teaches at the University of New South Wales’ College of Fine Arts. They share a common interest in Japanese culture and in designing ceramics for production.

In 2005, they were able to acquire some state-of-the-art production equipment. This offered a long-term option to continue with personal work and also develop a range of tableware through their company, Press to play.

Davis and Clayton are currently using Korean porcelain that came with their equipment. But concern for the sustainability of resources, including freight over long distances means they are now researching a clay body that will use local materials.

You can see Davis and Clayton's work in the new exhibition Smart works: design and the handmade, until 4 November 2007 at the Powerhouse Museum.

Smart works: design and the handmade

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