AT the end of this month, an exhibition of very contemporary ceramics will be found in an ancient rural shepherd’s church of St Michael's, sheltered by a 5000 year old yew.

The tiny church in Discoed on the Welsh Borders acts as a both a spiritual and artistic hub to the local and wider community. The Friends of St Michael’s have gained a strong reputation for putting on high quality arts events including concerts, literary events plus art exhibitions.

The exhibition offers an exceptional opportunity to appreciate the rich, diverse and imaginative world of contemporary ceramics, set within the contemplative space of the ancient nave of St Michael's, Discoed. This fourth Contemporary Ceramics at Discoed exhibition features some of the most eminent ceramic artists and makers from all over the country and showcases a wide range of ceramic forms, techniques and finishes. Expect hand-built sculptural works, refined wheel-thrown domestic ware, porcelain, raku, slip decoation and more.

Exhibitors are David Allnatt, Adrian Bates, Bev Bell Hughes, Rebecca Buck, Stephen Foote, Margaret and David Frith, Carolyn Genders, Nick Marsh, Eric Moss, Jeremy Nichols, Richard Phethean, Micki Schloessingk, Lara Scobie, Patricia Shone, James and Tilla Waters and Rachel Wood.

The exhibition runs from Saturday, May 23 to Sunday, May 31, open 11am to 5pm every day.