Jodie Fried — Sum of Parts, 2025

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'Sum of Parts' a collection of 101 vessels, each hand-thrown in a variety of high fire stoneware using a blend of mixed clays. Through layered glazes and varied firing processes, subtle tonal shifts evoke geological depth and organic variation.

Through extensive experimentation with glazes and a fastidious commitment to repetitive form, her latest body of work especially conceived for Craft Victoria en masse, features vessels of various sizes in deep, earthy, geological tones. More than standalone objects, Fried’s vessels exist as a collective, each with its own distinct personality while remaining intrinsically connected as part of a larger group. 

Her work explores the interplay between individuality and community, where the relationships between the forms, surfaces, and structures reflect the complexities of human connection. By bringing a sense of movement and dialogue to her pieces, she allows them to communicate with one another and the viewer in subtle yet powerful ways.

“Each individual vessel is shaped with intention, yet their truest meaning emerges in togetherness — in quiet dialogue with one another. Like us, they grow richer in community; their subtle beauty deepens, their voices weaving into a shared harmony that is more profound than any single piece alone.”

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Jodie Fried is an Australian-born, London-based interdisciplinary artist whose work spans international projects across film, textiles, costume, ceramics, product design, and creative direction. She co-founded Armadillo, a B Corp-certified rug company where she is Creative Director, a brand celebrated for its ethical, handcrafted designs.

Deeply committed to artisanal craft and sustainability, Fried draws inspiration from natural materials and ancient forms. Her clay practice is both meticulous and expressive, with each hand-thrown piece honouring timeless shapes, authentic textures and tones, and beauty of the handmade.