Chris Barnes

In a 25 year career Chris has worked in London and Scotland, and is now in Carlisle at his studio in the Knott, Ainstable.

Hand thrown teapots, bowls, jugs and trivets are strong and vibrant, banded in lively stripes creating his distinctive tableware.
‘hand throwing gives every piece a unique character. The softness and tremor of the hands and fingertips shape the forms giving each piece individuality.’