About
Sarah McClure is a visual artist and ceramic designer, and the founder of Sarah McClure Ceramics — a collection of handcrafted homewares, jewellery, and earth-inspired artworks.
Her work celebrates the intricacy of natural design, drawing inspiration from the environment, the quiet, often overlooked details. Through photography and collecting found objects, Sarah documents subtle organic patterns, the folds beneath a mushroom cap, to the cracks in dry earth, all of which inform her.
From these observations and through experimentation with clay and other materials, a contemporary collection that invites both tactile and visual connection, inviting natural form into the interior. Each piece is created with the hope that it becomes not only a joy to own but something meaningful to live with and treasure over time.
Originally from County Down, Northern Ireland, Sarah studied at Ulster University’s School of Art before spending nearly a decade living and working as a potter and painter in Vancouver, Canada. Now based back in Northern Ireland, her work continues to reflect a dialogue between her Irish heritage and the influence of her time on the Canadian West Coast. A multidisciplinary artist, she also works across painting and woodwork, creating a cohesive body of work grounded in nature, craft, and slow design.
Ceramics Collection
My ceramic work uses a variety of clays, and production techniques depending on the desired outcome. I use stoneware & earthenware clays. Also, I occasionally use Egyptian pastes with mixed media for my sculptural work.
Most of my work is produced using the wheel, hand-building or slip casting techniques.
Surface decoration is what I enjoy the most. I love carving out delicate patterns and using colour to achieve the right look.
Pattern and texture play an important role in my work.
Be sure to check out my latest work on my online shop.
Jewellery Collection
My jewellery collection combines a delicate feminine elegance with the softer bohemian style.
I take my inspiration from traditional English pottery. I have always been fascinated by the incredible detail and the balance of colour that was present in this style.
It was my goal to create jewellery pieces that captured the same feeling and style, modernized for today's fashion.
All pieces are made using white stoneware clay, and each design is carefully created by hand, then colour and glaze are added on the second firing. 14K gold leaf is added for the final touch.
Jewellery wire and findings are all gold plated unless otherwise stated.
All items wear as their inspiration, graceful, light and elegant.
The latest styles will be updated regularly on my online shop. Perfect gift for you or a special person in your life
Painting Collection
I love painting. It is something I have always done throughout my life. It's the starting point of every creative Idea I have and always a new challenge depending on the new subject.
Currently, I am offering a range of custom pet portraits. I am an avid pet lover so I understand that capturing the likeness of your pet is so important. If you have a beloved pet you want immortalizing, check out my online shop. Also, drop me an email and tell me about your pet's personality. It will all help me create a portrait that truly captures their likeness.
I also offer watercolour or acrylic landscape commissions. If there is a landmark that special to you, get in contact through email and we can get started on your creative project.
Pyrography Collection
Pyrography is the art of creating images on wooden and leather surfaces with a headed metallic tip.
I came across wood-burning quite by accident but fell in love with the process. I find that the grain and warmth of the wood always enhanced whatever images I would draw.
Woodworking provides unique challenges, the type of wood would determine how detailed you can get, some grains can be very hard, or soft, so you have to constantly adapt your pressure.
My woodworking designs are not offered on my online store but I have done a wide range of commissions for private collections, weddings and gifts. So if you have an idea please contact me.
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