Archive Episode Twelve
Grow You Mindset || Bikis Ceramics
In the month of March, the theme is 'Grow' and this week specifically, about 'Growing Your Mindset'. If you are thinking of going freelance, changing direction or intimidated about learning a new skill for your business, then this is for you.
My guest is Naomi Bikis, a ceramic artist, and together we explore what it is to have a 'growth mindset'. Naomi's story is such an interesting one - there is so much to enjoy and learn in this episode!
Image Credit: Stephanie Claire McLeod Photography
“Based in East London, tucked away in an old Victorian mews, Bikis creates one-of-a-kind pieces, ensuring that no two items are identical. Each piece retains its own idiosyncrasies and has a handmade feel that is unique to each of the works. ”
Image Credit: Sarah Maingot Photography
Bikis Ceramics is created by ceramic artist Naomi Bikis. The work blurs the boundary between sculptural objects and functional vessels. Bikis’ studio practice incorporates research into form, focusing on altering wheel-thrown pieces, slicing them, and hand building back into the shapes. These pieces explore the relationship between the perfection of the wheel and the mark of the maker’s hand. Predominantly they are created to work together as groups or pairings, with the focus on both the spherical, flowing forms and the negative space between the altered works. Together with slip and underglaze, the work evokes a sense of tactility and recalls the qualities of the ancient earth they were made with.
“It’s all about perseverance. You have got to be prepared to fight your ‘fixed brain’ to tackle imposter syndrome and all the emotions that come with not being very good at something new.”