Matt Thompson

Overview

Born in Oxfordshire, England in 1980. Graduated in 2001 with 1st Class Honours in Ceramics and became a member of Fireworks Clay Studios, Cardiff, an established artist co-operative. From 2001 to 2007 combined own ceramic practice with part-time lecturing and commission work. Worked in a variety of institutions including UWN, University of Glamorgan and Cardiff Metropolitan University (then UWIC), providing workshops and teaching practical ceramic skills on a variety of levels. In 2005, helped establish a community ceramics production facility in Merthyr Tydfil, making tableware and bespoke ceramics for clients and local businesses. In 2009, appointed Technical Demonstrator in Ceramics at CSAD, Cardiff Metropolitan University.

Membership of Fireworks Clay Studios (Current) and Co-Director (2005-2010)