We are thrilled to have our talented resident member Bisila Noha talking us through her practice, topics and research behind it for our next studio socials on Thursday 23rd of May.

Bisila Noha is a Spanish-Equatoguinean London-based ceramic artist, researcher and writer. Her work aims to challenge Western views on art and craft; to question what we understand as productive and worthy in capitalist societies; and to reflect upon the idea of home and oneness pulling from personal experiences in different pottery communities.

She is a storyteller with a particular interest in the contributions of women of colour to the history of art and craft. As such, her words are a bridge bringing the past - the forgotten, the ignored, the belittled - to the present; to us.

Her ceramic practice extends from wheel-thrown pieces with the distinctive addition of marbled slip decoration to create eye-catching abstract landscapes; to sculptural pieces mixing throwing, coiling and carving which connect her to her roots, the makers that precede her and the past.

With a background in Translation and International Relations, Bisilla is a passionate feminist activist leading the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre and co - directing the arts and activism organisation Lon-art Creative; she is also part of the Steering Committee at Design Can.

When: Thursday 23rd of May, 7pm-8:30pm

Where: Culford Studios, 8B Culford Mews, N1 4DX, London

This event is exclusive to members only. Please RSVP to secure your spot.

Hope to see you there!