Jan Vogelpoel

Melbourne-based Jan Vogelpoel produces unique sculptural pieces that reflect her love of organic shapes and graphic lines.

Born in the UK, raised in South Africa, Jan has worked with clay for over 20 years, honing her skills under the direction of famed Capetonian ceramicist Barbara Jackson and teacher Karen Scott.

A passion for interiors, a love for Japanese and Mid-century design as well as influences of Barbara Hepworth’s sculpture are evident in Jan’s work.

The process of building a sculpture is tangible and permanent. Jan’s current body of work reflects her passion for the process of bringing an idea to life through manipulating and building sculptural pieces that carry the energy of nature and the maker, which is something she finds both grounding and challenging, but ultimately rewarding.