Julie MacKinnon

biography

Julie MacKinnon’s studies in Architecture and Design have strongly influenced her award-winning work in clay. After technical studies in Architecture she ran a large Landscape Design/Build firm in Edmonton for 2 years.

A chance evening pottery class while travelling led to a ceramics residency in Hampshire. Back on Salt Spring Island, Julie apprenticed under Gary Cherneff for 2 years, after which she was top of the class in the 3 year Design program in ceramics at the Kootenay School of Art and Design.

Two scholarships and The BC Crafts Association award for “Emerging Student” fuelled the fire for Julie to open her own studio to the public. Now residing with her two daughters on Salt Spring Island.

where to see or read more

shows: Julie's work can be seen at her home studio and gallery which is part of the Studio Tour, or at the famous Salt Spring Island Saturday Market from April through October. Contact the artist below.

web: Julie is on the Salt Spring Studio Tour, visit the site for more details.
watch this Youtube video about Julie MacKinnon
www.facebook.com/pages/Julie-MacKinnon-Ceramics/ for her ceramics facebook page
more pics on her flickr page

contact Julie

phone: 250-537-2100
email: info@juliemackinnonceramics.com

artist statement

The more advanced our cultural technology becomes, the more we benefit from simplicity. Daily rituals have more significance. Our homes have become a sanctuary for entertaining, creativity, enjoyment…….of time well spent.

The use of hand made objects have become our opportunity to enhance our everyday ceremonies with the honesty of tradition. They represent tangible beauty and intimacy; reminding us to contemplate and observe.

I am inspired by the geometric structure and utilitarian materials of the Modernist movements.
I strive to engineer ‘mechanically organic’ vessels: linear, functional design softened by the depth of clay.

Julie MacKinnon - potter

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