A Moment That Truly Took Flight: My Kingfisher Ceramic Featured in Waterways World

There are some features that feel especially meaningful—and this was one of them. I was absolutely thrilled to see my kingfisher ceramic featured in Waterways World January 2025 magazine issue.

As someone endlessly inspired by British wildlife and the quiet beauty of nature, this felt like a perfect home for the piece.

Inspired by Still Water and Sudden Colour

The kingfisher has always fascinated me. That flash of blue, the stillness before movement, the way it belongs so completely to rivers and waterways—it’s a bird that rewards patience and observation.

This ceramic captures that sense of calm and quiet wonder with natural detail.

Like all of the pottery at ArtyPax, it was cast slowly by hand, with soft forms and a focus on feeling over perfection. It’s a piece intended to sit peacefully in a home, echoing the calm of waterside walks and moments spent watching nature simply be.

Why Being Featured in Waterways World Means So Much

Waterways World is a long-established and highly respected magazine, read by people who genuinely live and breathe Britain’s canals, rivers, and waterways. It’s known for its knowledgeable editorial, loyal readership, and deep appreciation for the landscapes and wildlife that surround our inland waters.

To have my kingfisher ceramic featured in their January issue felt like a real endorsement—not just of the piece itself, but of the values behind my work. It connected ArtyPax with an audience that understands slow living, close observation and the importance of protecting and celebrating our natural environment.

A Quietly Proud Moment

I’m incredibly grateful to the team at Waterways World for featuring my pottery and to everyone who continues to support ArtyPax in big and small ways. These moments always remind me that thoughtful, nature-led design can find its place—and its people.

If you’ve spotted a real kingfisher along a riverbank, you’ll know how special that moment feels. Knowing my ceramic version found its way into the pages of Waterways World feels just as memorable.

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