David Binns

Pierced Form, c. 2010

8 x 20 x 19

Part of his Pierced Forms series, this work resembles organic material, like brain coral. It represents his interest and experimentation in science that would lead to his development after retiring of a company focused on material research for industrial purposes.

David Binns has worked in ceramics for over forty years in the UK. He has divided his time between his own art practice, teaching and research. On graduating he worked with David Roberts, a highly regarded Raku potter, based in Holmfirth, England. He taught at Wrexham College of Art between 1982 and 1990, before moving to teach ceramics at the University of Central Lancashire, in Preston, UK.

In September 2020 he retired and was awarded the title of Emeritus Professor of Contemporary Ceramics. During his time at UCLan, he ran the MA Ceramics programme, and was Head of the Silicate Research Unit, combining his interest in science with his art. Investigation developed through his art practice and more formal research led to the formation of a University spin-out company. ALUSID makes architectural surfacing materials (tiles, cladding and solid surfaces), made almost entirely from recycled industrial ceramic and glass waste. The company has undertaken projects for a number of prestigious clients including, Nando's restaurants, Wells Fargo Bank, Amazon, Selfridges, and Harrods, and numerous private clients in the UK and Middle East.

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Now retired from my teaching post, I devote my time to my own art practice, whilst continuing to undertake R&D work for ALUSID.

Donated by the Grainer Family

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