Say hello to our latest New Forest Marque Inspired member Angels Farm Pottery. From their peaceful retreat in Lyndhurst, Jo Osman and Lyndsey Stride run a range of pottery workshops and residential courses, as well as producing beautiful reduction fired stoneware and porcelain pottery. Their works can be viewed and purchased from their drop-in showroom, visitors are always welcome. Reflecting on her work Jo says;

“Over the years I have used a variety of clays and firing techniques but have settled on reduced stoneware to produce functional usable pots. Having grown up a farmers daughter here at Angels Farm my decoration and shapes are reflections of a peaceful and slow way of life. I hope my pots transmit a little of that peace.”

“Whilst I have exhibited my work I prefer people to come to the pottery to buy my pots. In recent years I pot less and teach more. I have taught many generations of village children to enjoy clay and its opportunity for self expression. I have taught adults since 1974 and have several vibrant weekly classes, people come not just for the clay but for the slow down… a chance to escape from their high speed lives.”

Incredibly, this year they are celebrating their 50 year anniversary!