Hotson’s work serves as a meditation on the interplay between light and shadow, echoing the delicate balance between the resilience of nature and the fragility of life.
This exhibition features vessels and elaborate botanical arrangements, crafted through the art of hand forming. Delicate clusters of blossoms, painstakingly handcrafted, embody notions of rebirth and renewal. Tear drop-like shapes resembling seeds, eggs, or bubble coral, and paper-thin disks reminiscent of petals or leaves, spiral and intertwine, mirroring the untamed beauty of vines in untouched forests.
The muted colour palette tells a story of raw authenticity. Some vessels remain unglazed, showcasing the beauty of black, or white clay bodies in their natural form.
As humanity's quest for more threatens the planet, these works contemplate the delicate balance between fragility and strength, and the shadows that both conceal and reveal resilience. Yet, within these shadows lies hope—the resilience of nature to renew after calamities. This exhibition invites viewers to reflect on life’s cyclical nature, celebrating the enduring strength found in fragility, the legacy of ceramics, and the intricate dance between light and shadow.
If my work has sparked something in you, I invite you to listen to my BayFM interviews where I talk openly about the inspirations and themes behind this exhibition.
