Gillian Martin, a ceramic artist based in Melbourne, creates textured clay vessels that explore pattern, rhythm and colour. Inspired by the dynamic dance between emotions and the environment, each colour presents its own story—warm tones radiate energy, cool tones offer serenity, and contrasting hues spark dynamic tension. Her thrown organic forms embrace stripes of geometric precision, directing attention to shape and surface intricacies. This technique adds depth, highlights, and shadows to the forms, enhancing their realism and creating a sense of volume.