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Contemporary ceramic home and tableware, handmade in the UK. https://www.elizabethprinceceramics.com/ http://www.princedesignuk.etsy.com

02/06/2026

We’re taking a moment to admire these green and blue finishes that were used to customise a set of sculptures from my abstract Flora collection. These fresh hues are inspired by RAL colours 6021 Pale Green, 6025 Fern Grass, 5009 Azure Blue and 5024 Pastel Blue.

There’s always something quite soothing about ceramics when blues and greens are involved and I think that’s because they’re analogous colours; which when used together, form a harmonious colour combo that evokes a tranquil, natural feeling. They make me think of freshly cut grass, waves crashing against a shoreline and the subtle salty smell of the ocean, walking through a meadow with grasses stretching upwards toward blue skies, crystal blue waters and so on. So I can see why people gravitate to such hues - it’s nature’s palette. When paired with the softness and warmth of natural porcelain, it creates a well balanced colour arrangement which keeps the overall set feeling light and vibrant, even though there are a few cooler shades used.

We believe that surrounding yourself with beauty and carefully chosen colours can have a soothing yet subtly energising effect, making these the perfect addition for both homes and commercial interiors.

Get in touch to discuss an artwork using your perfect palette!

28/05/2026

Our largest flock to date 🕊️ Swipe to see the plan >

We recently had the pleasure of creating an enormous set of hand crafted porcelain ceramic wall art birds for a commercial space in the USA. The sculpture is titled “Murmuration,” and is going to be installed on the walls of a staircase in a Law Firm’s office in California. There are a total of 220 birds that make up the set and each piece has been finished in a custom colour.

Originally, the interior designers were thinking of finishing the birds in a muted cobalt blue colour, but as they progressed with their scheme, they decided to finish the walls this colour and the birds in a soft white instead. Once we knew the colour direction for the birds, we created some clay samples in a range of white neutrals and sent them over to the team so they could see them in person. Each ceramic disc had a colour code on the back so they could easily communicate to us which hue they’d like to proceed with.

I designed the piece by creating a scaled composition that showed the murmuration in situ. The birds start on one wall and fly their way across two other walls that surround the staircase, creating a flowing arrangement that leads people up the stairs. We later had the plans printed life size in strips to be hung a bit like wallpaper to help with installation.

There’s a process when making sculptures out of clay. Pieces are carved by hand from slabs of porcelain clay and then left to rest before being worked on again. They need time to dry between each stage as if they’re not fully dry before moving onto the next stage we run the risk of the pieces cracking. The team in the studio take great care with each porcelain sculpture and as they are made by hand, no two are alike. Along with creating the birds, we also created special ceramic fixings to elevate the birds from the wall slightly, whilst allowing some freedom in terms of changing the direction.

This has been a pleasure to work on and hopefully we will have some install pictures to share with you soon!

26/05/2026

It’s been a busy few weeks here in the studio, with lots of designing, making and testing new colours etc so here’s a little look behind the scenes:

1. We spent some time carving and creating this set titled “Floreo,” which is made up of natural porcelain petals and Garland flowers measuring between 6-9.5cm.
2. We finished off this set of bespoke Flora in a variety of colours, but we particularly liked how this lilac paired with the natural porcelain.
3. Testing our champagne gold finishes for a client who requested some ceramic butterflies to have a subtle coverage. The finish on both discs is the same but they have been applied in different ways. We think the subtle dusting of champagne pairs beautifully with some that are full solid champagne gold and some that are natural porcelain. Keep your eyes peeled for the full set!
4. Drying out some Garland flowers on top of the kiln so they’re ready for the next firing.
5. Taking some time to wire up some of our butterflies.
6. Finishing a set of lace texture butterflies in a mix of pink, sage green and khaki green which I’m pleased to say is available on my website!
7. Outside of the studio I’ve been getting my house ready to sell, and it has now gone on the market! We moved into our barn conversion around 5 years ago and now that we have finished renovating it we are on the hunt for something new. If you are in the market for a Lake District home feel free to message me for more details about it.

21/05/2026

These bright and beautiful coloured butterflies are bringing all of the spring summer vibes!

These studded butterfly wall art sculptures were created in custom pink and green that were inspired by Sherwin Williams colours Rita’s Rouge and Dill Green. They have been paired with our standard metallic gold finish for an added element of luxe.

These colours were initially sourced as part of a bespoke project for a stairwell in a client’s private residence, but we thought we’d take a few photos of the set mixed with some of our metallic gold. The client’s home is beautifully decorated with bold statement colours and their flutter is made up of pink, blue and green, so keep your eyes peeled for some more photos of their artwork, which includes a gorgeous bespoke deep navy!

19/05/2026

Discover our Serenity wall sculpture...

Each porcelain petal begins as a slab of clay which is rolled out and cut using tools here in the pottery studio. The slab of clay is carefully laid out on our work bench where it is carved and sculpted by hand to form these pretty little petals. Swipe to see the sculpting of our porcelain petals in action >

The subtlety of the natural porcelain contrasts with the luxuriousness of the metallic gold and works well in a range of interior palettes.
The simple, minimal forms bring an elegant, romantic feel to a space and they can be arranged in a variety of ways to suit even tricky rooms. Because each one is made by hand in my UK studio, each piece is unique.

17/05/2026

We mixed natural porcelain with shades of green for this custom abstract Flora sculpture wall artwork.
There are actually two tones of green within this set, inspired by RAL colours 6021 and RAL 6025. We feel the subtle difference between the two hues add depth to the overall look of the artwork and create an eye catching display.

As always, we love working on bespoke artwork requests and we love hearing how clients and customers plan to use sculptures made by us. Whether they’re going to be placed on a dining room wall, over a bed, or if they’re going to adorn the walls of extra large entryway wall we always love to see how they will be arranged.

14/05/2026

Discover our Blossom collection...

Our Blossom petals are the perfect sculpture for adding a soft touch to interior walls, as they create an elegant yet timeless feel. They create a statement on your walls whilst continuously being a beautiful reminder of spring and summer days.

My mission is to create luxurious artworks from clay that evoke a feeling of nature, as well as being aesthetically beautiful, to bring a sense of the outdoors inside our homes and man made environments. Slow, handcrafted, delicate pieces are formed in my hands here in the studio and fired super hot in our kilns. All aspects of design and creation are met with a considered approach, from the initial design of the pieces, to the design of a custom layout and installation template for your space if you need it.

Get in touch if that sounds like you - our full design service can take the unknown out of arranging your Blossom petal artwork so that you can relax and wait for it to arrive.

12/05/2026

Sourcing artwork for tricky spaces, curved walls or extra large areas can often be time consuming task, especially for interior designers and art consultants. Here in the studio, we can create the perfect artwork, designed specifically for you and your client, in an efficient and timely manner. So, if you have a space that is extra wide, an unusual shape, or an open plan double storey wall that you’re looking to fill, get in touch for a chat. It would be lovely to hear about your project!

From there, we can use the dimensions of your space to create a considered, sophisticated artwork arrangement that aligns with the space, works well with the layout, and compliments the atmosphere that you’re already carefully creating through your interior design expertise.

Here’s a project we had the pleasure of working on for an interior designer. After an initial phone call, Sue sent over the architectural drawings of her client’s home to us, so we could get a better understanding of the space she was looking to fill. Once we had the drawing, we sketched on an arrangement showing the artwork at the correct scale. The placement of the porcelain ceramic sculptures wove several separate wall areas together in a sophisticated, timeless way; creating a bespoke statement artwork installation that will be enjoyed for years to come, and creating a sense of continuity through the space.

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