Alan Turing

In 2018 Amanda produced two large scale ceramic works in response to the life of mathematician and computer scientist, Alan Turing. In particular, they deal with his treatment by the authorities in 1952 for ‘Homosexual Acts’ and his subsequent chemical castration (Stilboestrol), and the influential friendship he developed with his school fellow, Christopher Morcom (Love Song).

The works - intricately hand-rolled and woven clay strands fired to 1250 degrees - marked a turning point in Amanda’s practice. The scale and ambition of the pieces were inspired by her time in Japan, where she observed the dedication and precision of Japanese artists first hand.

Stilboestrol, 2018

100 x 150 x 3 cm | Ceramic wall hanging

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Love Song, 2018

100 x 150 x 5cm | Ceramic wall hanging

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Images: Max McClure