'Home Vessels' 2025
Amandine N'Doye- Artist Statement
Home Vessels is a body of work that explores my personal journey of finding home within two different cities. This collection of 30 vessels, one for each day of September when I moved away from my family home, captures my emotional and physical state as I found my new sense of belonging. Through the use of marbled, coloured clay, each individual vessel reflects the physical characteristics of Brighton and Manchester, embodying the duality of the places I call home.
The vessels I create are more than just objects; they are embodiments of my experiences and the landscapes that shape me. Each piece is unique, mirroring the diversity of the environments I inhabit. This collection strives to create a dialogue about the significance of home and how our environments shape us.
Through detailed forms, colours, and glazes, my vessels capture the essence of home, conveying warmth, comfort, and complexity. These thrown ceramic pieces narrate personal and collective experiences, inviting touch and interaction, fostering a sense of intimacy and connection.
My work invites viewers to contemplate their own experiences of home and the journeys that shape their sense of place. The linear arrangement reflects transitions, much like travelling through places or memories, inviting my audience to interpret the work through their own experiences.
30 Vessels
Blue Vessels
Green Vessels
Red Vessels
Close Ups
Final Prices
Whole collection- £6,475
Set Of Three- £650
Gallery Price
Whole Collection-12,950
Set Of Three- 1,300
Vessels On Display
Photos In Interaction
Photos In Context
Some photos have been embellished with the use of AI technology
Context Video
Critical Reflection
My project explores the question, "What is home?" Initially, my work seemed lost with too many ideas, but as the project progressed, I focused on understanding what home means to me. My focus shifted to my personal journey of moving from Brighton to Manchester, exploring the concepts of comfort, familiarity, growth, and the experiences that come with it. This project allowed me to reflect deeply on my transition, translating my emotional and physical journey into details using colour, form, glaze, and display. This guided my audience through the emotions and personal experiences of my journey.
To engage the audience interactively, I arranged my vessels on a long shelf, designed to take viewers on a journey and encourage them to reflect on their own sense of home. This approach was inspired by artists like Edmund de Waal and Grayson Perry, who use ceramics to tell complex narratives. The project expanded to include a 30-vessel collection and display. The long shelving unit was not just a showcase but an extension of my collection, crucial to how my vessels are experienced. Every decision in my display was carefully considered to elevate my pieces and foster meaningful interaction.
I established a method, repeating steps for each colour way: colouring the clay, throwing, attaching parts, making an opening, trimming, and glazing. These skills, developed during Unit X, gave me confidence in achieving a large collection. However, I aimed to refine and focus on details to better share my experience and consider how I want my work to be viewed.
There were challenges, such as the unexpected bubbling of the glaze in the final firing and issues with the QR code application. Although I knew this was a high possibility, I still took the risk and applied them to all the bases of my vessels due to their importance in fostering community and interaction. These setbacks taught me the importance of thorough testing and adaptability. Additionally, managing time effectively was crucial for completing such a large collection. Balancing the repetitive tasks with creative refinements required careful planning and discipline, which were essential for meeting deadlines and maintaining the quality of my work.
The project aimed to explore how integrating contrasting elements can create a cohesive and meaningful body of work. The glaze, colouring, and scaffolding board shelf symbolise the blend of natural and industrial influences, aligning with my project's core question.
Moving forward, I want to continue exploring personal reflection, creating conversation and community through my work. I aim to develop colour, pattern, tactile elements, and display to make my work meaningful and impactful. I plan to look at galleries, exhibitions, and residencies to share my work.
Ultimately, these vessels are designed to bring comfort, offering a sense of home and personal reflection. Through texture, size, and interactive elements, I want my audience to not only see my work but to truly feel and connect with it, fostering a sense of community and shared experience that encourages collective introspection.