My inspiration for agate semi precious stones was the main reason for this particular project. I wanted to capture the beauty of the layers within the stones through a material I was soon to discover and experiment. At the beginning i was finding it difficult to choose the right material to envisage the preciousness and delicate nature.
Through exhaustive research and experimentation, I found that if I used porcelain incapsulating coloured grogg and glass frit within it, I can visualise the layers through the technique of grinding. When the porcelain has been fired, I can then grind until coloured flecks and glass frit appears, contrasting with the crisp whiteness of the porcelain. This creates layers of colour, pattern and uniqueness to each indivially piece.
Porcelain fired and grinded
I also experimented with metal, to bezel around circular porcelain pieces
