Research into images, patterns and colours in nature.

1. If choosing NATURE as a theme you must: • Research into images, patterns and colours in nature. • Research into the work of craftspeople who use clay. • Experiment with clay processes and techniques • Create a piece of 3D clay work as a finished piece.

2. DAVID TRESS uses a mixture of paint and collage to create expressive images of the landscape of Wales Click here to see examples of the artists work

3. ANDY GOLDSWORTHY • Most of Goldsworthy’s work is created outside. • Usually his work can be seen in areas that he knows well, such as Yorkshire and Scotland. Click here to see examples of the artists work

4. Here is LYNDA STYLES’ work, using clau and glaze to create 3D forms. • It focuses on colours and patterns in nature. • You can see more of her work at www.lindastyles.co.uk Images with kind permission of Lynda Styles

5. Here is DIANA WINTERMAN’swork, which uses white porcelain to create 3D forms. • It focuses on textures and patterns in nature. • Her work can be seen at www.hiddenartcornwall.co.uk Click here to see examples of the artists work

6. Here is JMG CERAMICS’ work, which uses clay to create useful things such as jugs, cups and even jewellery. • It focuses on bright colours and clear, definite patterns in nature. • Her work can be seen at www.jmgceramics.co.uk Images with kind permission of JMG Ceramics

7. Here is the work of KATIE BUNNELLwho decorates plates and cups. • It uses digital processes to print interesting patterns onto the clay. • Her work can be seen at www.hiddenartcornwall.co.uk Images with kind permission of Katie Bunnell