LORRAINE ROBSON

Lorraine Robson: Artist Biography

For over three decades, Lorraine Robson has shaped a distinguished career from her studio in Scotland, creating captivating sculpture and ceramics. An alumna of the Edinburgh College of Art, Lorraine is celebrated for bridging ancient craftsmanship with a bold, contemporary vision.

Her hand-built ceramics are a testament to her profound understanding of form. Often rooted in the classic vessel, these non-functional works draw from a vast historical and cultural tapestry. Lorraine meticulously combines ancient techniques like coiling, pinching, and slab construction with studio-made plaster mould slip-casting to achieve her unique sculptural and formal language.

International Acclaim & Recognition

Lorraine’s work has garnered international distinction. She has proudly represented the UK in prestigious ceramic competitions across Austria, Taiwan, Croatia, and the USA. Her excellence was recognized by the Crafts Council, leading to her selection to promote contemporary UK craft for the Foreign and Commonwealth Office. Her work is held in their permanent collection at the Ambassador's residence in Islamabad.

Beyond the studio, Lorraine has been deeply committed to public engagement and art education over many years, having led numerous residencies in Scottish schools, museums, and communities. Her installation work, supported by National Lottery funding via Creative Scotland, was prominently featured at Craft Council Collect Open 2020 and later in the SSA 130 years exhibition at the Royal Scottish Academy.

Professional member of the Society of Scottish Artists (SSA), Visual Arts Scotland (VAS)

Member of DACS - The Design and Artists Copyright Society

Please note: Lorraine is no longer accepting commission enquiries.

All visuals and design concepts remain subject to the artist's copyright laws and should not reproduced without permission.

2021 saw production and installation of commissioned wall relief, Ebb and Flow, in the Western General Hospital, Edinburgh. Funded by @ELHFfunds, commissioned by #tonicarts at ELHF, curated by @roundtableprojects.

Lorraine's works are available for acquisition through &gallery, Edinburgh.