John Scott
John established Sourdust Pottery in 1991 at the age of 19, after training with Nexus Design. He quickly gained a reputation for innovative handmade, bespoke pottery, supplying a wide range of quality gift retailers and galleries throughout the UK.
By the dawn of the new millennium, he moved to his current pottery and gallery in Stocksfield, near Newcastle. It is here that he refocused away from production for the retail sector, towards the creation of a greater variety of unique pottery, including Naked Raku and Copper Matt Raku, which today constitute his principal area of work.
As well as exhibiting at numerous Trade Shows, since 1997 John has been a regular exhibitor at Potfest events around the country, securing acceptance into the prestigious Potfest in the Park exhibition. The quality, ingenuity, and passion that he puts into his work were acknowledged in 2020 by being awarded Potfest Potter of the Year, as judged by other professionals in the field.
During recent years, John has been sharing his skills and love of ceramics with others, ranging from primary school children through college students to adult learners via night classes, courses, and demonstrations, both organised by education authorities in the North-East and at his own Sourdust Pottery in Stocksfield. The raku course has been particularly popular, drawing in those eager to learn about this fascinating technique.
John's current principal areas of work include Naked Raku, Copper Matt Raku, and sculptural ceramics, with a strong focus on creating contemporary ceramics that resonate with art enthusiasts. Whether you’re looking to buy ceramics for your collection or seeking inspiration for your own clay sculpture, his work invites you to explore the unique offerings at Sourdust Pottery, where you can find high-quality, handmade, bespoke pottery that reflects the spirit of Northumberland.
