The old adage that ‘less is more’ may be somewhat over-used but it is wholly appropriate when it comes to Mary Neeson’s work.  Proficient in the media of both porcelain and bronze, she creates objects which are remarkable in their delicacy yet possess a strength and purity of form.

Mary’s current body of ceramic work includes a series of angelic forms, a range of intimate lighting and lustrous wall pieces.  Through her inherent sensitivity towards her chosen materials, she explores tonal contrast and textural effect.  Her porcelain works are an exploration into the translucent, light transmitting qualities of the material. She has also recently developed a signature range of bronze vessels and privately commissioned sculptural pieces. 

In September 2008 Mary was the recipient of a major prize in the prestigious RDS National Crafts Competition for a new range of bronze bowls. Subsequently she went on to exhibit in the Prize Winners Show at the National Craft Gallery in Kilkenny which featured some of the best craft-makers from a wide range of disciplines in Ireland.