Rachel, ziying 劉止盈 is New Zealand born, Chinese artist, currently based in Edinburgh UK.
 

Rachel created Potterly Studios to be able to express a blend between Korean and Chinese ceramics with her own creative colours and styles. Through her experience learning from Korean ceramicists, both in Sydney and Korea, Rachel draws inspiration from the delicate curves and lines of Korean porcelain as well as the down-to-earth, simple shapes. and sometimes, techniques of onggi to produce work that creates a balance between cutlure and modernity. Her work focuses on traditional shapes and techniques whilst adding on her own colour palate, through glazes, inspired by the everyday environment.

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Training

2019 - 2023: Daegeon Song (Project Snail) in Sydney Aus

Oct 2023: Robert Barron (Gooseneck Pottery) in Melbourne Aus

 Oct - Nov 2023: Kwak Kyung Tae Wheel-throwing and Onggi Masterclasses

Oct 2023: Moon Do Bang, Yoo Sung, Lee Hyang Gu studio

March 2024: Yoo Sung

March 2024: Kwak Kyung Tae Residency (Onggi specialty)

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Bella (Studio manager) is born in Gosford, Australia. She is a Pomeranian who runs the studio. Bella aims to keep a good work-life balance and advocates about sustaining a healthy mental health for artists in her studio by recommending going on walks throughout the day as well as providing essential hugs throughout the day to lower cortisol levels.