Chris is a specialist type of potter called a slipware potter. The fluid nature of the slips (coloured liquid clay) are applied directly to the raw clay. This allows him to adjust and manipulate the ceramic patterns. These emulate those seen on sandy beaches, as well as in the rocks exposed around our shorelines. However, by manipulating the consistency of the slip he can also produce raised images, letters and even braille. The slip can also be carved and scratched into to produce further texture and patterns.
More recently, Chris has also been experimenting with raku and barrel firings for some unusual textures and patterns.