Based in Kidds Beach near East London, Vanessa Holdstock of Mudness Ceramics is a dedicated ceramic artist whose journey began in 1996 and became her full-time passion in 2017. Working with both hand-built and wheel-thrown stoneware, her pieces are distinguished by unique hand-decorations and the use of smaller kilns, giving each creation individuality while maintaining consistency.

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Blending functionality and beauty, Vanessa’s ceramics feature food-safe finishes and include both bespoke commissions and original collections. Her work celebrates the timeless appeal of handmade craftsmanship, inviting a deeper connection with the art of the everyday.