Artist Talk: Reviving an Ancient Craft with Naomi Aderonke

Still time to book to learn about Cistercian-ware pottery!

Information from Wakefield Museum: 

3rd April 2025

2.30-3.30pm

Wakefield Museum Learning zone

Artist Talk: Reviving an Ancient Craft with Naomi Aderonke

Cistercian ware is a type of earthenware pottery that is characterised by a dark brown metallic glaze. It was made locally in Wrenthorpe for hundreds of years.

In this fascinating talk, artist Naomi Aderonke will share what she has learnt through her recent project researching and creating Cistercian ware pottery.

Discover some of the intriguing examples from Wakefield Museums store that inspired Naomi’s work. Hear about the different techniques and materials she tested, exploring which clays and glazes would have been used. See examples of Naomi’s work and her test samples up close.

Suitable for ages 16+.

Free, book online: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/wakefield-museums-castles/t-jznpnoa

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