Homo Faber guide

The Homo Faber Guide is based in Italy, where design, arts and an artisanal approach are in the DNA. It’s lovely to have been selected as a UK ceramicist alongside such a talented group of makers. My listing has some wonderful photos by Sarah Weal taken in my studio https://www.homofaber.com/en/discover/julie-nelson-zfsatl

Julie in the studio for Homo Faber © Sarah Weal

Inside Julie Nelson’s studio © Sarah Weal

Julie painting oxide onto a large Spiky Puff © Sarah Weal

Centre stage at Salon New York with Garde

Having launched in New York only a month previously, Garde stunned at the Salon New York fair with pieces by me, Formafantasma, Bec Brittain, Vezzinichen, Destroyers Builders, Agnes Studio, Jojo Corvaia and others.

Garde in New York New York

Garde opened their beautiful new showroom in New York in October. This lovely space has 2 floors of cutting edge design and stunning objects thoughtfully curated by Garde founders Scotti Sitz and John Davidson.

The Bedroom at House by M.A.H

During London Design Festival, House by Laura Fulmine revealed her curated collection for rest, rejuvenation and contemplation.

Elongated spine

I have just completed a commission from Willer for two 80cm large pieces for a special client in London, my tallest yet, and fired in a larger kiln than my studio allows, transporting the unfired pieces to east London.

Grounding project creatives

It was a special day welcoming our Grounding Project creatives to the Horniman Museum, to see their wonderful bird sculptures exhibited so beautifully by the museum’s own team. They were proud to see their home towns on display.

Flock project at the Horniman Museum, SE23 3PQ

Flock Project, an idea conceived in 2018, has had a timely settle in to the Horniman Museum, in South London, from 27th May until April 2024. At a time when migration is the biggest story in the news, Flock Project quietly reflects on the memories of refugees, many of whom have overcome difficult journeys to the UK, expressed through clay and ‘birdcraft’. Just before the museum undergoes a major refurbishment, the project connects the birds on display with the historic original museum labels which highlights migration routes found in nature. Please visit this wonderful Museum in Forest Hill. To see more on the project please visit www.flockproject.co.uk

New lamp collaboration with Porta Romana

From early 2022 I have been developing ideas for the production of lamps with UK lighting company Porta Romana. My wall Constellation series was the source of inspiration, as a library of forms that draw on nature’s diverse designs. Fir table lamp and Luna wall light are the first pieces and are available in ‘pepper’ and ‘blanched plaster’ finishes and have been launched at London Design Festival 2023.

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Welcoming in the New Year

A restorative rest is always needed but I’m glad to be back in the studio. Happy New Year!

In Conversation with the inspirational Roksanda

On a blustery November evening we gathered in the glistening glamour of Roksanda’s Mount Street shop for an ‘In Converstion’ evening with myself, Roksanda and design and arts writer Emily Steer. It was such a special event and I loved the opportunity to talk about my ideas and processes. Thank you to Roksanda and her wonderful team.

House and Elle Decoration UK

During London Design Festival 2022, I exhibited a collection of hands, a new pair of wall lights and a new ceramic sculpture created for a special interiors project called House for curator Laura Fulmine, in collaboration with Elle Decoration UK and featuring a host of talented designers and artists. The venue is Mah Gallery at 2B Vyner Street, London E2.

Nodular wall lights

Capsule sculpture

Elle Decoration. Photo by Ben Anders

Roksanda, Mount Street, Mayfair, London

I was thrilled to be invited by fashion designer Roksanda to exhibit my ceramic pieces in her stunning Mayfair store, designed by Sir David Adjaye. From early September until October 2022 my sculptures will sit within the glamorous and elegant Mount Street space and window.

The Pavilions

MAH Gallery present another stunning show at 50 Vyner Street, including new Julie Nelson ceramics, as part of their community of over 40 artists, representing ‘our continued curiosity toward an emerging landscape that amalgamates artwork and interior design’. The exhibition continues until the 6th July 22.

Link to the catalogue here

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Gardeshop Los Angeles

At last, having sold my ceramics through the stunning design store Garde since 2019, I have my first chance to visit, and it is even more impressive than I expected. It was so lovely to meet the team. To be found at 7410 Beverly Boulevard, LA.