Matt Davis

When working on the computer he produces multiple versions of each form, often to the point of total degradation in the surface. An aesthetic judgement is then made on the final texture. During this stage of the process consideration needs to be given of how it will be eventually moulded.

The process involves a period of digital design and further time to produce via 3D printing. As the work has evolved, the prototypes have been spilt into parts to accommodate more complex designs. The surfaces of the biodegradable plastic prints are cleaned and then formed together in preparation, prior to being manually moulded in plaster. The anomalies in the relatively crude printing method employed are coveted and lend the pieces more unique persona. The ultimate materials used are Bone China and a black stained Porcelain.

Over time the moulds Davis uses to cast and construct one object, have advanced from simple two part tools into multiple multi-part moulds. To date Davis’ record is casting 3 moulds with a total of 21 parts for a single piece. Thus far the final pieces typically have only a 25% to 50% chance of survival in the kiln and are fired to 1220º with a 1.5 hour soak time.

Matt Davis holds first class degrees with a BA(hons) in Graphic Design from Camberwell School of Art and in a Masters in 3D Design, Brighton University.

His work is held in private collections across the globe and in the public collection at the Potteries Museum in Stoke-On-Trent. Work has been published in such magazines as Wallpaper*, The Financial Times ‘How to Spend It’, Architectural Digest (Germany) and Elle Decoration. He has also been cited in books published by notable ceramicists, Sasha Wardell and Louisa Taylor.