Jill Allan’s work is quiet, based in the craft tradition of vessel making, but not exclusively functional.  The muted hues of her work can be seen as being influenced by Scandinavian designs, particularly those of Finland’s iittala.  Allan uses equipment such as a diamond carving lathe, a sand blaster or a belt sander to achieve this obscured transparency. Her intent is for that smooth, soft, surface texture and rocking activity to entice the viewer.  Often her work must be handled to be understood visually.  

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