Lucy Pennell
London
Summary
Dedicated ceramics professional with experience in ceramic glazing, clay preparation, and both hand-building and wheel-throwing techniques. Able to provide engaging workshops and manage studio maintenance efficiently. Aiming to further develop innovative ceramic art techniques while fostering a collaborative working environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Art teacher
Claytivity Pottery, Self employed
Los Angeles, California
08.2021 - 04.2025
- Facilitated beginning and intermediate handbuilding courses, promoting hands-on exploration and artistic expression.
- Instructed beginning and intermediate wheel courses, fostering creativity and technical proficiency in students.
- Helped students enhance their skills and understanding through dedicated support beyond regular classes. outside class hours, assisting struggling students in improving their skills and understanding of course material.
Studio technician
Claytivity Pottery
Los Angeles , California
08.2021 - 12.2024
- Loaded kiln with ceramic items to ensure even firing
- Cleaned equipment traps to ensure optimal functionality and safety standards
- Conducted inductions for new studio members to ensure safe and effective equipment usage
- Mixed glazes to create unique colours and textures for ceramic pieces
Production Potter
Ceramicah
Los Angeles, California
04.2022 - 09.2022
- Designed and crafted bespoke ceramic pieces, fulfilling unique customer requirements
- Applied glazes on ceramics, achieving desired finishes tailored to customer specifications
- Managed kiln operations, optimising firing processes for consistent quality
Education
Bachelor of Science - Arts, Ceramics
Miami University
Oxford, Ohio 08.2017 - 05.2021
Master of Arts - Ceramics
The Royal College of Art
London 09.2025 - 09.2026
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Teaching workshops
- Hand-Building techniques
- Wheel-throwing techniques
- Ceramic glazing
- Firing processes
- Clay preparation
- Studio maintenance
Group Exhibitions
2021
BFA Capstone Exhibition
Heistand Galleries, Miami University
Oxford Oio, USA
2023
The Los Angeles Pottery Show 2023
Los Angeles, California, USA
2025
Holiday House Designer Showhouse
Hamptons, New York, USA
2026
The Royal College of Art Degree Show
Woo Building
London, England, UK
Markets and Pop-ups
Normal NYC
Normal NYC, Los Angeles
Melrose Trading Post, Los Angeles
Los Feliz Flea, Los Angeles
Candid Home Pop-Up, Los Angeles
Shop Silver Pop-Up, Los Angeles
Timeline
Master of Arts - Ceramics
The Royal College of Art
09.2025 - 09.2026
Production Potter
Ceramicah
04.2022 - 09.2022
Art teacher
Claytivity Pottery, Self employed
08.2021 - 04.2025
Studio technician
Claytivity Pottery
08.2021 - 12.2024
Bachelor of Science - Arts, Ceramics
Miami University
08.2017 - 05.2021