Martha Cashman’s work is deeply influenced by her childhood on the south coast of Ireland, near the medieval town of Youghal. She grew up in a family rooted in the land; her father was a market gardener who cultivated fields of vegetables, using a horse to work the land until the early 1980s. He enriched the soil with seaweed gathered from the local beach, instilling a strong connection to natural, sustainable practices.

Living alongside her grandmother, Martha learned how to collect seeds and plant them, nurturing an early understanding of the cyclical nature of food and life.

Now an environmental activist and arts facilitator, Martha has developed her eco-focused project, MORE CLAY LESS PLASTIC IRELAND. Through this work, she offers creative clay workshops centred on environmental awareness and horticulture for individuals, corporate groups, and local communities. She also provides one-on-one clay therapy play sessions, inviting participants to connect with nature and creativity in a meaningful way.

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Martha is doing a performance obvara firing on Sunday 17th , 4pm (subject to change)

Obvara firing is an ancient pottery technique from the 12th century, using a raku styled firing, it's a magical process to experience. This is an alternative firing technique using fermented sourdough. Dipping very hot white ceramic pots from the kiln into the mix of sugar, flour, yeast and water gives off great scents of fresh baked bread, whilst leaving unpredictable mottled brown toast like patterns on the surface of the pots.

This link between art and food highlights the importance of supporting our organic food growers. Martha is using organic flour from Merry Mill Co. Laois, the only gluten free mill in Ireland.

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International award winning ceramic artist sculptor
www.marthacashman.com
To purchase contact 0872606999

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