Emma Summers
Emma Summers completed a Masters degree at the renowned Centre for Ceramic Studies, UWIC in 2002 where she gained a distinction. She has exhibited her work nationally, including at the Ice House in Holland Park. In April 2008 Emma returns to India and to a Delhi Art Residency at the Sanskriti Foundation. The residency is funded by the Arts Council and will see Emma returning to her studio and casting some of the objects collected from her time in India. She is interested in everyday objects that can represent some of her research, exploring the juxtaposition of beautiful objects and cultural, gender-based social issues. Through the use of familiar objects including a bag, a food tin, baby clothes, shoes and a house, Emma explores known conventions in storytelling, literature and photography, as well as more experimental and dramatic concepts of performance and installation. With her fine art ceramic pieces she draws the audience into a story of social, political and human concerns. The work is raku fired and displayed meticulously in gallery shows and installations. Emma has exhibited throughout the UK, achieved Arts Council England awards and her work has been published.