I’ve seen myself on TV recently! It’s my split second of fame – and not only for me personally, but also for my work. Yes, the very same bowls I have been posting pics of on this blog.

Part of a commercial for Heinz tomato soup was filmed in our studio (Glasgow Ceramics Studio) – and actually in my space. Susie, my friend and colleague is the star, and the bowl she is holding was made by another friend and colleague, George Thom. BUT, I got to be an extra in the background – my acting skills were put to the test as I had to act out being a ceramic artist. (Method acting, I tell you). My bowls were spread out on the work bench in front of Susie if you look… ah…. VERY closely and PAY ATTENTION! The commercial flicks through a series of situations, locations and people quite quickly, and one of those locations is our studio.

click on this link to see the soup add online.

It was really fascinating, actually, watching the production process and how the ad is filmed. There were so many people involved, it was incredible, and filming that split second took half a day, including all the preparation. They were incredibly quick and efficient packing up though! And the other thing is, I got to feel a bit like I was on  “Extras” – that TV show with Ricky Gervais. I can relate to it completely now.

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