Julie Pennington
b. 1959, Sydney, Australia
Lives and works in Canberra, Australia
Artist Portrait, studio view, 2023, Photography Andrew Sikorsky
Julie Pennington is a Canberra based ceramic artist whose work explores the subtleties and complexities of pattern and texture. Her methodically crafted vessels and sculptural works are characterised by her distinctive approach to the enduring technique of coil building. Each coil is textured and built ‘line by line’ generating surface texture that is evident in both the interior and exterior of the piece. Much of the inspiration behind Julie’s work stems from observations and emotional responses to the natural environment. Earlier experiences in textiles, drawing and printmaking also underpin her work and influences the way in which she interprets the world around her.
Julie’s career in the visual arts began in the field of textile design, before pursuing her interest in ceramics and completing a Diploma of Ceramics at Moss Vale TAFE in 2010. Since graduating Julie has undertaken artist residencies in Australia and Spain and has been a finalist in several major ceramic competitions. Recent awards include winner of the Significant 3D Award Stanthorpe Art Award QLD 2016, and Scott Brickworks Award in the North Queensland Biennial Ceramic Awards in 2018.
Weave, 2023, raku paper clay, 22 x 14.5cm (diameter)
Julie Pennington, Diffused Light, 2024, Buff Raku Sand, 36 (h) x 23 (w) x 15 (d) cm
Julie Pennington, Inside Outside, 2024, Buff Raku Sand, 32 (h) x 22.5 (w) x 11 (d) cm
Julie Pennington, Stone Wall, 2024, Raku Paper Clay, 24.5 (h) x 25 (w) x 11 (d) cm and
Julie Pennington, Red Wall, 2024, Red Earth Clay, 20 (h) x 20 (w) x 11 (d) cm
Julie Pennington, Keeping Time, 2024, Jennings Kerr, exhibition views by Ashley Mackevicius
Julie Pennington, Incremental, 2024, Buff Raku Sand, 35 (h) x 26 (w) x 14 (d) cm
Julie Pennington, Breathe, 2024, Buff Raku Sand, 31 (h) x 24 (w) x 15 (d) cm
Julie Pennington, Incremental, 2024, Buff Raku Sand, 35 (h) x 26 (w) x 14 (d) cm and
Julie Pennington, Breathe, 2024, Buff Raku Sand, 31 (h) x 24 (w) x 15 (d) cm
Sydney Contemporary, 2023. Exhibited alongside Tanya Wales, Fair booth views by Simon Hewson
Burnt Weave, 2023, dark matter clay, 12 x 18cm (diameter) and Charcoal, 2022, dark matter clay, 7.5 x 15.5cm (diameter)
Julie Pennington, Talking in Texture, 2023, Jennings Kerr, photography by Ashley Mackevicius
Twist, 2022, toast clay, 22 x 23.5 x 12.5cm
Yarn, 2022, raku paper clay, 22 x 23.5 x 12.5cm
Plait, 2022, dark matter clay, 17.5 x 22 x 12.5cm
Julie Pennington, Talking in Texture, 2023, Exhibition views, photography by Ashley Mackevicius
Julie Pennington, studio image, 2019
Julie Pennington, studio image, 2019
White, 2020, Keanes Lumina Porcelain, 16 x 18cm
Charcoal ll, 2020, hand built Keanes black Midfire, 15 x 19cm
White II, 2020, Hand built Keanes Lumina Porcelain, 33 x 12cm
