Northumbrian Craft Pottery
A M Harding and M Palmer

Andrew M. Harding and Michael Palmer met in 1977 at Cleveland College of Art. It was here that they were introduced to clay and realised ceramics was the path to follow, finding great excitement in the versatility of the medium especially when thrown on the wheel.
After college Andrew served his apprenticeship at Bill Woods Pottery for six years and Michael did four years at Oak Tree Pottery where he met Matt Jobling.
Following the closure of both potteries the three of them started Northumbrian Craft Pottery in 1987. As both the previous businesses specialised in producing sprigged ware for tourist outlets and places of interest they decided to follow this route. Matt left after a couple of years leaving Andrew and Michael to continue developing the business by introducing domestic ranges and giftware.
Gradually spending more time selling direct to the public at craft fairs and pottery markets they are now moving towards making individual pieces for Galleries and exhibitions.