Jane Elmer-Smith studied at The Central School of Art and Design and gained a BA (Hons) in 3 Dimensional Design followed by a year at London University Institute of Education where she obtained an Art Teachers Certificate.
After teaching in schools and lecturing in Ceramics in both the UK and Hong Kong Jane is now producing her own work full-time.
Jane specialises in decorative earthenware. Every piece is handmade and then decorated using slips, oxides and underglaze colours incorporating sponging or painting techniques. Jane often takes her inspiration from nature to produce colourful and bold designs.