Solo exhibition 個展 :Porcelain 瓷土
I’m delighted to share my passion for porcelain with you. To me, porcelain is a luxurious and precious material—tactile, delicate, and deeply historical. It connects cultures between East and West, and I feel truly grateful to work with it.
For this exhibition, I’ve prepared 12 handmade porcelain wall pieces, using materials such as royale porcelain, glazes, enamels, and gold lustre. Most of these materials were sourced from Bath Potters Supplies, as I believe supporting local businesses is one way to contribute to the community here in Bath.
My exhibition runs from 5th to 29th August 2025 at Bath Central Library (19–23 The Podium, Bath, BA1 5AN, UK). You are warmly invited to visit if you have some free time!
Last Friday, I received an email from the library informing me of a slight leak in the exhibition space. They kindly requested that I avoid hanging any work on the wall with the round window.
Because of this, I’ve had to reconsider how many pieces to display. I’m leaning toward a “less is more” approach—fewer works, but each with greater impact. While some may not agree, I believe that as a living artist, it’s important to stay flexible, to adapt, and to accept both what I have and what I don’t—with a smile and with perseverance.
As a small gesture, I’ve printed free postcards—please feel free to take one as a token of appreciation for handmade porcelain.
To highlight the handmade spirit of this exhibition, I’ve also handwritten all the labels myself. I hope you enjoy seeing the different ways porcelain can be explored and interpreted, and I truly appreciate your time in visiting the show.
If you would like to support my practice by collecting a piece of handmade porcelain wall art, please feel free to contact me:
📧 www.wenhsichenceramics.com/contact.html
🌐 Website: www.wenhsichenceramics.com
📸 Instagram: @wenhsiharmanporcelainart www.instagram.com/wenhsiharmanporcelainart/
Thank you so much!
— 文曦 Wen-Hsi 😊🤗
1.A Moment of StillnessLimoges Porcelain, Gold Lustre, Handmade Frame (Clear Glass)
Dimensions: 44.8 × 24 × 2.8 cm
Frame handmade by Meltone Gallery, Bath, UK, 2022
Wall Art
This was my first time working with Limoges porcelain. To me, porcelain is a luxurious material, and I feel deeply grateful to have had the opportunity to use this precious clay. I wanted to build an intimate connection between my hands and the material—pinching and pressing the clay with my fingers to express my feelings about southern France.
The streets were awash with colour. I got lost in this idyllic land, dreaming in the South of France. I am grateful for the time I spent wandering through the old town of Vallauris during my artist residency at A.I.R. Vallauris in 2011.
I used glazing as a poetic language—it's the spirit of ceramics. I placed the gold lustre in the centre, creating richness between black and white. These three timeless colours—gold, black, and white—find their own balance in this piece.
2.My Homeland: Taiwan
Handmade Royal Porcelain, Gold Lustre, Enamels
With handmade frame (clear colour glass)
Dimensions: 43.5 × 25 × 4.5 cm
Also known as Formosa, Taiwan lies between the East and South China Seas in the northwestern Pacific Ocean. It is a beautiful island, rich in natural landscapes. The volcanic soil and frequent earthquakes suggest a shared origin with neighbouring archipelagos.
When I lived in Taiwan, I loved going hiking. In this piece, I use green and yellow enamels to reflect my connection to nature—its colours represent a part of who I am and express my cultural identity. The shape of the island is formed from my fingerprints, a personal expression of home. Finally, I added gold lustre to highlight the richness of Taiwan’s natural resources.
I hope Taiwan continues to grow in peace.
3.A Time Machine: Old Taipei, Taiwan – DadaochengPorcelain, Digital Transfers, Handmade
With handmade frame (clear colour glass)
Dimensions: 29.5 × 28.5 × 3.2 cm
UK, 2023 – Wall Art
My hometown is Dadaocheng, in the old district of Taipei—the capital of Taiwan. For this piece, I hand-drew traditional Chinese characters for Taiwan, culture, ceramics, clay, and bananas.
Between 1930 and 1960, Taiwan was known as the “Kingdom of Bananas.” Taiwanese bananas were chewy, sweet, and considered a very delicious fruit.
This work is made with Japanese porcelain and digital transfers. Some of the photographs included are ones I took myself during a visit home to Taipei. They feature scenes from Buddha’s Birthday celebrations and shops in the old town. I also used a pink ceramic stain, purchased in Taiwan, mixed with porcelain to express my cultural identity.
During World War II, my family lived under Japanese colonial rule—especially in old Taipei. I grew up in a household influenced by Japanese culture, which has shaped how I reflect on my complex cultural background. Through this work, I ask: Who am I? As someone who is both Taiwanese and now British, I navigate life in-between cultures, living with a cross-cultural identity shaped by both East and West.
4.Floating in the Blue
Porcelain, Gold Lustre, Enamels, Handmade
With handmade frame (clear colour glass)
Dimensions: 36 × 36 × 4 cm
Made in the UK, 2020 – Wall Art
For this piece, I used Royal porcelain purchased from Bath Potters Supplies. I built the form gradually, using my fingerprints—step by step, one by one—to construct its shape.
Inspired by traditional blue and white ceramics, I wanted to reimagine this aesthetic in my own way. At the final stage, I applied enamels and gold lustre to highlight the richness and depth of the porcelain.
I enjoy working with different layers of material—gold lustre, enamels, and clay—to create a visual and cultural dialogue within the surface.
5.Blue Porcelain
Handmade Royal Porcelain
With handmade frame (clear colour glass)
Dimensions: 24 × 24 × 3.5 cm
UK, 2024 – Wall Art
For this piece, I used cobalt oxide and white Royale porcelain, both purchased from Bath Potters Supplies. I wanted the work to feel peaceful, so I chose not to use any gold lustre or enamels—just pure cobalt oxide, white glaze, and blue glaze.
The shape was formed using my fingerprints, step by step, one by one—each mark like a petal. I enjoy taking time with my process, allowing each action to become a meditative journey, like the rhythm between inhale and exhale.
Clay provides me a way to wonder, to reflect, and to connect with the material through my hands. I cherish the spirit of handmade work, much like the beauty of handwriting. I hope you enjoy reading this label as part of the piece.
6.Gold Finger – RoseLimoges Porcelain, Gold Lustre, Enamels, Digital Transfers (Lichte Porzellan, Germany)
Handmade with handmade frame (clear colour glass)
Dimensions: 31 × 29.5 × 3 cm
UK, 2022 – Wall Art
This was my first time using Limoges porcelain, during my artist residency at A.I.R. Vallauris in 2021. For me, porcelain is a luxurious material, and I feel very grateful to have worked with this precious clay.
I wanted to build a relationship between my fingers and the porcelain—pushing and pinching the form by hand to express my feelings about the south of France. The air was warm, the sun always smiling. The shapes I created resemble clouds and flowers, drifting between memory and dream. The streets were awash with colour. I felt lost in this idyllic land—dreaming in the South of France.
I feel deep gratitude for walking through the old town of Vallauris, wandering in the footsteps of artists like Roger Capron, Picasso, and many local potters.
I used glazing as a poetic language—it carries the spirit of ceramic making. I enjoyed applying each layer slowly and thoughtfully, step by step. For me, making ceramics is a contemplative journey. There is a quiet sense of order in the process: glazing, firing, reflecting.
7. Icelandic Wave
Material: Royale porcelain with Japanese print, handmade
Framed Size: 32.4 x 25.2 x 3.4 cm (clear glass)
Year: 2024
I created these two postcard-sized handmade porcelain pieces during my artist residency at NES in Skagaströnd, Iceland, in 2023. During my time there, I closely observed the waves and collected local dried plants, which I used to create prints on the surface of the Royale porcelain—preserving memories of the Icelandic landscape. The work was then fired at 1250°C.I enjoyed experiencing Iceland’s nature—its snow, waves, and vast open spaces. If you have visited Iceland before, I would love to hear your thoughts.This work also draws inspiration from traditional blue-and-white ceramic culture, blending East Asian aesthetics with the natural beauty of the North.
8.Formosan Black Bear
Bone china, handmade
Second-hand recycled frame, 29 × 23 × 3 cm
2022, wall-mounted
The Formosan black bear, native to Taiwan, is easily recognized by the distinctive V-shaped white mark on its chest. These bears can stand upright and walk short distances on their hind legs, resembling human movement.
Formosan black bear is now mostly spotted in mountainous regions at altitudes between 1,000 and 3,500 meters. They rarely attack humans unless provoked or under unusual circumstances. During winter or the rainy season, they often descend to lower elevations in search of food.This work is part of my Endangered Animals series, created to raise awareness of the Formosan black bear and the urgent need to protect this iconic species.
9.Silver Snow
Herend porcelain, silver lustre, enamels, recycled second-hand frame
25 × 20 × 3 cm.2022Wall art, UK. Handmade
I had never seen snow while living in Taiwan. My first encounter with snow happened in Farnham, Surrey, England, while I was studying for my second Master’s degree at the University for the Creative Arts (UCA) in 2019.I was so excited to feel the cold and touch snow for the first time—it felt magical. But I soon realised how challenging snowy weather could be: trains were delayed or cancelled, and walking on icy paths wasn’t easy. Experiencing snow in real life taught me that it's not just a romantic scene from films—it’s also a part of someone else’s everyday culture in England. This artwork reflects that moment of wonder, contrast, and adaptation.
10.Lotus
Limoges porcelain, gold lustre, enamels, digital transfers (Lichte Porzellan – Germany)
13 × 13 × 1.5 cm.2024. Handmade
For me, the lotus is a powerful symbol of purity and rebirth. It represents the strength to face challenges in all kinds of circumstances. Rebirth requires courage, encouragement, and resilience—and most of all, the ability to keep smiling in a complex world.
11. The Frog Prince
Limoges porcelain, gold lustre, enamels, digital transfers (Lichte Porzellan – Germany)
14.5 × 14 × 1 cm.2024. Wall art. Handmade
The Frog King, or The Iron Henry, is a German fairy tale collected by the Brothers Grimm and first published in 1812 in Grimm’s Fairy Tales. It was one of the bedtime stories I grew up hearing in Taiwan.
This artwork reflects both memory and imagination—blending cultural storytelling with porcelain craftsmanship.
I wonder: what was your bedtime story?
12.English Letters D and R
Porcelain, recycled wood.Wall art. 2023. Handmade
When you see the English letter D, what comes to mind? And how about the letter R? What feelings or images do they bring up for you?And what about the colour pink? For me, pink is a natural, beautiful colour. It represents soft power in a cold world.
As I’ve grown and experienced more in life, I’ve come to see that having a soft heart is not a weakness—it’s a form of kindness, both towards myself and others.
For this exhibition, I’ve prepared 12 handmade porcelain wall pieces, using materials such as royale porcelain, glazes, enamels, and gold lustre. Most of these materials were sourced from Bath Potters Supplies, as I believe supporting local businesses is one way to contribute to the community here in Bath.
My exhibition runs from 5th to 29th August 2025 at Bath Central Library (19–23 The Podium, Bath, BA1 5AN, UK). You are warmly invited to visit if you have some free time!
Last Friday, I received an email from the library informing me of a slight leak in the exhibition space. They kindly requested that I avoid hanging any work on the wall with the round window.
Because of this, I’ve had to reconsider how many pieces to display. I’m leaning toward a “less is more” approach—fewer works, but each with greater impact. While some may not agree, I believe that as a living artist, it’s important to stay flexible, to adapt, and to accept both what I have and what I don’t—with a smile and with perseverance.
As a small gesture, I’ve printed free postcards—please feel free to take one as a token of appreciation for handmade porcelain.
To highlight the handmade spirit of this exhibition, I’ve also handwritten all the labels myself. I hope you enjoy seeing the different ways porcelain can be explored and interpreted, and I truly appreciate your time in visiting the show.
If you would like to support my practice by collecting a piece of handmade porcelain wall art, please feel free to contact me:
📧 www.wenhsichenceramics.com/contact.html
🌐 Website: www.wenhsichenceramics.com
📸 Instagram: @wenhsiharmanporcelainart www.instagram.com/wenhsiharmanporcelainart/
Thank you so much!
— 文曦 Wen-Hsi 😊🤗
1.A Moment of StillnessLimoges Porcelain, Gold Lustre, Handmade Frame (Clear Glass)
Dimensions: 44.8 × 24 × 2.8 cm
Frame handmade by Meltone Gallery, Bath, UK, 2022
Wall Art
This was my first time working with Limoges porcelain. To me, porcelain is a luxurious material, and I feel deeply grateful to have had the opportunity to use this precious clay. I wanted to build an intimate connection between my hands and the material—pinching and pressing the clay with my fingers to express my feelings about southern France.
The streets were awash with colour. I got lost in this idyllic land, dreaming in the South of France. I am grateful for the time I spent wandering through the old town of Vallauris during my artist residency at A.I.R. Vallauris in 2011.
I used glazing as a poetic language—it's the spirit of ceramics. I placed the gold lustre in the centre, creating richness between black and white. These three timeless colours—gold, black, and white—find their own balance in this piece.
2.My Homeland: Taiwan
Handmade Royal Porcelain, Gold Lustre, Enamels
With handmade frame (clear colour glass)
Dimensions: 43.5 × 25 × 4.5 cm
Also known as Formosa, Taiwan lies between the East and South China Seas in the northwestern Pacific Ocean. It is a beautiful island, rich in natural landscapes. The volcanic soil and frequent earthquakes suggest a shared origin with neighbouring archipelagos.
When I lived in Taiwan, I loved going hiking. In this piece, I use green and yellow enamels to reflect my connection to nature—its colours represent a part of who I am and express my cultural identity. The shape of the island is formed from my fingerprints, a personal expression of home. Finally, I added gold lustre to highlight the richness of Taiwan’s natural resources.
I hope Taiwan continues to grow in peace.
3.A Time Machine: Old Taipei, Taiwan – DadaochengPorcelain, Digital Transfers, Handmade
With handmade frame (clear colour glass)
Dimensions: 29.5 × 28.5 × 3.2 cm
UK, 2023 – Wall Art
My hometown is Dadaocheng, in the old district of Taipei—the capital of Taiwan. For this piece, I hand-drew traditional Chinese characters for Taiwan, culture, ceramics, clay, and bananas.
Between 1930 and 1960, Taiwan was known as the “Kingdom of Bananas.” Taiwanese bananas were chewy, sweet, and considered a very delicious fruit.
This work is made with Japanese porcelain and digital transfers. Some of the photographs included are ones I took myself during a visit home to Taipei. They feature scenes from Buddha’s Birthday celebrations and shops in the old town. I also used a pink ceramic stain, purchased in Taiwan, mixed with porcelain to express my cultural identity.
During World War II, my family lived under Japanese colonial rule—especially in old Taipei. I grew up in a household influenced by Japanese culture, which has shaped how I reflect on my complex cultural background. Through this work, I ask: Who am I? As someone who is both Taiwanese and now British, I navigate life in-between cultures, living with a cross-cultural identity shaped by both East and West.
4.Floating in the Blue
Porcelain, Gold Lustre, Enamels, Handmade
With handmade frame (clear colour glass)
Dimensions: 36 × 36 × 4 cm
Made in the UK, 2020 – Wall Art
For this piece, I used Royal porcelain purchased from Bath Potters Supplies. I built the form gradually, using my fingerprints—step by step, one by one—to construct its shape.
Inspired by traditional blue and white ceramics, I wanted to reimagine this aesthetic in my own way. At the final stage, I applied enamels and gold lustre to highlight the richness and depth of the porcelain.
I enjoy working with different layers of material—gold lustre, enamels, and clay—to create a visual and cultural dialogue within the surface.
5.Blue Porcelain
Handmade Royal Porcelain
With handmade frame (clear colour glass)
Dimensions: 24 × 24 × 3.5 cm
UK, 2024 – Wall Art
For this piece, I used cobalt oxide and white Royale porcelain, both purchased from Bath Potters Supplies. I wanted the work to feel peaceful, so I chose not to use any gold lustre or enamels—just pure cobalt oxide, white glaze, and blue glaze.
The shape was formed using my fingerprints, step by step, one by one—each mark like a petal. I enjoy taking time with my process, allowing each action to become a meditative journey, like the rhythm between inhale and exhale.
Clay provides me a way to wonder, to reflect, and to connect with the material through my hands. I cherish the spirit of handmade work, much like the beauty of handwriting. I hope you enjoy reading this label as part of the piece.
6.Gold Finger – RoseLimoges Porcelain, Gold Lustre, Enamels, Digital Transfers (Lichte Porzellan, Germany)
Handmade with handmade frame (clear colour glass)
Dimensions: 31 × 29.5 × 3 cm
UK, 2022 – Wall Art
This was my first time using Limoges porcelain, during my artist residency at A.I.R. Vallauris in 2021. For me, porcelain is a luxurious material, and I feel very grateful to have worked with this precious clay.
I wanted to build a relationship between my fingers and the porcelain—pushing and pinching the form by hand to express my feelings about the south of France. The air was warm, the sun always smiling. The shapes I created resemble clouds and flowers, drifting between memory and dream. The streets were awash with colour. I felt lost in this idyllic land—dreaming in the South of France.
I feel deep gratitude for walking through the old town of Vallauris, wandering in the footsteps of artists like Roger Capron, Picasso, and many local potters.
I used glazing as a poetic language—it carries the spirit of ceramic making. I enjoyed applying each layer slowly and thoughtfully, step by step. For me, making ceramics is a contemplative journey. There is a quiet sense of order in the process: glazing, firing, reflecting.
7. Icelandic Wave
Material: Royale porcelain with Japanese print, handmade
Framed Size: 32.4 x 25.2 x 3.4 cm (clear glass)
Year: 2024
I created these two postcard-sized handmade porcelain pieces during my artist residency at NES in Skagaströnd, Iceland, in 2023. During my time there, I closely observed the waves and collected local dried plants, which I used to create prints on the surface of the Royale porcelain—preserving memories of the Icelandic landscape. The work was then fired at 1250°C.I enjoyed experiencing Iceland’s nature—its snow, waves, and vast open spaces. If you have visited Iceland before, I would love to hear your thoughts.This work also draws inspiration from traditional blue-and-white ceramic culture, blending East Asian aesthetics with the natural beauty of the North.
8.Formosan Black Bear
Bone china, handmade
Second-hand recycled frame, 29 × 23 × 3 cm
2022, wall-mounted
The Formosan black bear, native to Taiwan, is easily recognized by the distinctive V-shaped white mark on its chest. These bears can stand upright and walk short distances on their hind legs, resembling human movement.
Formosan black bear is now mostly spotted in mountainous regions at altitudes between 1,000 and 3,500 meters. They rarely attack humans unless provoked or under unusual circumstances. During winter or the rainy season, they often descend to lower elevations in search of food.This work is part of my Endangered Animals series, created to raise awareness of the Formosan black bear and the urgent need to protect this iconic species.
9.Silver Snow
Herend porcelain, silver lustre, enamels, recycled second-hand frame
25 × 20 × 3 cm.2022Wall art, UK. Handmade
I had never seen snow while living in Taiwan. My first encounter with snow happened in Farnham, Surrey, England, while I was studying for my second Master’s degree at the University for the Creative Arts (UCA) in 2019.I was so excited to feel the cold and touch snow for the first time—it felt magical. But I soon realised how challenging snowy weather could be: trains were delayed or cancelled, and walking on icy paths wasn’t easy. Experiencing snow in real life taught me that it's not just a romantic scene from films—it’s also a part of someone else’s everyday culture in England. This artwork reflects that moment of wonder, contrast, and adaptation.
10.Lotus
Limoges porcelain, gold lustre, enamels, digital transfers (Lichte Porzellan – Germany)
13 × 13 × 1.5 cm.2024. Handmade
For me, the lotus is a powerful symbol of purity and rebirth. It represents the strength to face challenges in all kinds of circumstances. Rebirth requires courage, encouragement, and resilience—and most of all, the ability to keep smiling in a complex world.
11. The Frog Prince
Limoges porcelain, gold lustre, enamels, digital transfers (Lichte Porzellan – Germany)
14.5 × 14 × 1 cm.2024. Wall art. Handmade
The Frog King, or The Iron Henry, is a German fairy tale collected by the Brothers Grimm and first published in 1812 in Grimm’s Fairy Tales. It was one of the bedtime stories I grew up hearing in Taiwan.
This artwork reflects both memory and imagination—blending cultural storytelling with porcelain craftsmanship.
I wonder: what was your bedtime story?
12.English Letters D and R
Porcelain, recycled wood.Wall art. 2023. Handmade
When you see the English letter D, what comes to mind? And how about the letter R? What feelings or images do they bring up for you?And what about the colour pink? For me, pink is a natural, beautiful colour. It represents soft power in a cold world.
As I’ve grown and experienced more in life, I’ve come to see that having a soft heart is not a weakness—it’s a form of kindness, both towards myself and others.
