Paul Cummins is a fine ceramic artist with a passion for hand building ceramic pieces. He draws on nature as his primary influence. Stylistically his work has been described as having an authentic Mediterranean feel which incorporates bright colour glazes and drawing directly onto the raw material (known as sgraffito).
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Paul Cummins is a fine ceramic artist with a passion for hand building ceramic pieces. He draws on nature as his primary influence. Stylistically his work has been described as having an authentic Mediterranean feel which incorporates bright colour glazes and drawing directly onto the raw material (known as sgraffito).

He makes unique, one-off pieces as well as large scale ceramic installations and his work is gaining widespread, and international admiration.

Paul originally studied architecture, Then pursue his passion for ceramic craft – creating and making through clay. He graduated with prize winning work at the University of Derby.

Paul Cummins lives and works in Chesterfield Derbyshire. His studio reveals his interest in natural world where he surrounds himself with references to nature, drawing and painting from nature to inform his work.

Combining a variety of techniques l have created a series of bowls which have a distinct Mediterranean feel but I use the wild flowers of Britain for the decoration. My vessels demonstrate a beauty and elegance which combine pragmatism and utilitarianism that make them both sculptural works of art as well as an asset for any kitchen or a dining experience.

I studied architecture at Sheffield. I pursued my career as an architect working in Indonesia and Hong Kong. Having returned to England to pursue my passion for making, I am currently studying Crafts at Derby University.

I see myself setting up a studio where I can develop and sell my work to the visiting public.