Claire Ellis – 'Trap Cycle' 01, 2025

A sculptural vessel developed through extensive material research and development. Made in Coburg North using only second life local materials, wheel-thrown and single fired electrically to a middle temperature. This work advocates for material custodianship and a reduction of mineral extraction.

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Claire Ellis is a Canadian-born ceramic artist and designer based in Naarm. Influenced by her former career as a chef, her practice is informed by a focus on existing resources and deep experimentation. In 2022 her work won the innovation award at the Warrandyte Pottery Expo and was a finalist in several environmental art and design prizes. Her work has been exhibited internationally and has been published in magazines, journals and books. Claire is passionate about climate justice and aims to create opportunities for catharsis and political change through her work.

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