Welcome to the Station Cat Pottery Website
Thankyou for visiting the website of The Station Cat Pottery.
I am Fiona Guinan, a self taught, creative Potter, working from my studio in Highland Perthshire, which is a rescued 1950s Railway Carriage. The Carriage has been lovingy restored by my husband, Pete, who is instumental in helping me to realise the dream that is being self-employed, doing something creative that I love.
I am passionate about the environment, and try , as much as possible to recycle discarded objects into my work, giving them a new life.
We are surrounded by woodland and fields here on our Perthshire farm, and the plants and wildlife within them are a constant source of inspiration.
We are lucky enough to have Horses, Dogs and Hens, and these frequently feature in my pieces also.
I am a keen student of the Cello, and enjoy upcycling discarded parts from musical instruments.. I always listen to music when I work.
What You will find when you visit me.....
The Railway Carriage Gallery and Workshop is OPEN every Tuesday and Wednesday,
from 11am - 4pm, from Easter - October, and other times by arrangement, just phone me ! 07763515516.
(I am generally working there most days, and often open other days too.)
I love to welcome visitors to the Carriage Gallery, there is absolutely no obligation to buy !
Unique
Every piece of Station cat Pottery is unique, and designed by me.
Although I make multiple of some pieces ( like the Dragonfly below) each one is hand cut.
Therefore sizes and shapes will vary. The body of this beastie is an old rusty nail.
Quirky
I like to think that my work will make people smile. Many of my pieces have been heavily influenced by my love of Folk Art .
I particularly enjoy simple forms, that tell a story, and often incorporate poetry into my sculptures.
Sustainable
The Railway Carriage Gallery is entirely Off Grid, and powered by solar panels.
Although I do have an electric kiln, I often " burnish" my work, so that it only requres one firing.
I use only recycled packaging, and boxes that are sustainably sourced.
Work in Progress
Visitors to the Carriage will be welcome to see my workspace, and view work in progress.
I am often working on many pieces at any one time. The workshop can be messy ! but its a brilliant space for creating.
