ted secombe
My work has evolved from experience and mastery of technique.
ABOUT TED:
Ceramic Artist | Potter | Glaze Innovator
Ted Secombe has cultivated a studio practice spanning over 45 years, continually evolving through experimentation and dedication to his craft. His work focuses on beauty, allowing each piece to hold its own dialogue without reliance on external explanation.
Ted specialises in porcelain, exploring the complex responses of Japanese, Chinese, and Australian porcelains to a variety of glazes. He experiments with firing procedures, chemical nuances, and multi-firing techniques to achieve subtle, dynamic surface effects. Some of his pieces are wheel-thrown and altered, expanding the possibilities of form and texture.
A regular participant in Yarra Valley Open Studios, Ted’s work reflects a balance of technical mastery, innovation, and a lifelong commitment to the ceramic medium.
Medium: Pottery
Tags: porcelain, crystalline glazes, clay, studio ceramics, handmade, wheel-thrown, ceramic artist, fine art, Australian made
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See videos, interviews, prior exhibitions
What inspired Ted to become a potter
Professional potter Ted Secombe talks about is life as a professional artist and his 40th anniversary as a Potter - 2020.
Unpacking the Kiln
Making a platter
Ted’s new Adventurine glaze
Ted throwing a large bowl
Moving form blue and yellow
Hmmm so what is actually going on here? (outside Ted Secombe’s studio)
