Diane Griffin Sculpture

Diane’s sculptures are inspired by visceral experiences of sites and rituals which form the outward expression of emotion, places where people congregate to leave offerings or messages. Intrigued by this human tendency to connect outwards in times of need, she investigates the otherness of emotions through making.

Born and raised in London, Diane graduated in 1988 and has worked in ceramics ever since. She has many years of teaching experience but committed full time to her artistic practice in 2015.

“It was during my foundation course in the 1980’s that I fell in love with clay. It lit me up and my lifelong passion began. Initially I was drawn to how immediate, tactile and responsive it was but it was during my degree at Farnham that I discovered how truly versatile clay is as a creative medium for artistic expression. It still excites me as there are so many possibilities and different methods to explore, with a rich cultural history to look back on and learn from.”

Diane moved from London to North Yorkshire where she continued her work with clay and began teaching ceramics while also raising her children. In 2007, she moved to Towcester in Northamptonshire where she set up a much larger studio which has enabled her to expand and develop her practice.

Over the years, Diane has taken part in many shows and exhibitions both nationally and internationally. These experiences have enabled her to meet and connect with new collectors and audiences worldwide.

Material: Diane creates her sculpture from porcelain, stoneware and metallic lustres.

Technique: Thrown, hand built followed by numerous firings and finishes.