In 1988, Warrick crossed paths with Joan during the opening of his Advanced Diploma in Studio Ceramics graduation exhibition. This encounter proved to be fortuitous, as Joan extended an offer for him to work as a studio assistant in her Bathers Beach studio in Fremantle. Under Joan’s guidance, Warrick embarked […]
Working alongside Joan Campbell in her Bathers Beach Studio not only provided Warrick with valuable artistic experiences, but also afforded him the opportunity to connect with numerous local, national, and international artists. Many of these artists either sold their work through Joan’s gallery shop or visited her studio during their […]
Warrick Palmateer, an experienced potter hailing from Western Australia, has dedicated more than four decades to working with clay. Growing up along the southwest coastline, his passion for beach combing and surfing developed early in life, granting him a profound understanding of the littoral zone—the interface between land and ocean. […]
The art of the sea, with its rhythm, movement, colour, form, pattern, and harmony, has remained a constant source of inspiration for me. I have always resided in close proximity to the ocean, and my love for it blossomed at a young age. The ocean and the littoral zone has […]
The landscape of the littoral zone showcases the interplay between the dynamic forces of nature and the convergence of land and sea. This transitional area is a dynamic and fleeting space, lacking a concrete existence. It serves as a poignant reflection of life’s fundamental truth: change is the only constant. […]
The idea of objects being washed up on the littoral zone has always captivated me. The remnants of journeys carried by currents and deposited on the shores evoke intrigue and spark the imagination. Growing up along the coast has had a profound impact on my childhood memories, especially the vivid […]
