Kara Leigh Ford

Inspired by the dramatic beauty and grounding essence of nature. Kara Leigh Ford lives and works in Somerset. Her work has been featured on the BBC has been stocked in Fortnum and Mason and is used in a Michelin-starred restaurant. She is the author of ‘Pottery for Beginners’ and ‘The Essential Pottery Notebook’. Kara teaches in-person, online via her YouTube channel and her Patreon – Pottery Club.

‘My pottery is deeply rooted in the landscapes of my childhood—the rugged, windswept beaches of the Devon coast. Growing up, I spent my days among the ever-changing tides, collecting textures and colours from places like Bantham, Bigbury, and Mothercombe. These elements continue to influence my work, shaping the textures and hues I use to evoke the peacefulness and beauty of those coastal moments. Each of my pieces is designed to transport you to your favourite stretch of coastline, to a time when you felt at ease beside the water