IMS Ceramics
IMS Ceramics is the studio and gallery of Iona May Stock, a contemporary ceramic artist and teacher based near Helmsley. Using lichen as inspiration, Iona creates colourful, textured and functional ceramics that bring joy to the everyday. Her work celebrates the balance between artistry and practicality, encouraging people to enrich daily life with beautiful handmade pieces.
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Hollymead, Snape Hill, Nawton, YO62 7RQ
Open by appointment
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Handmade ceramics
Pottery experiences
Studio & gallery visits
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Why IMS Captures the Spirit of Indie Helmsley:
Celebrating nature as inspiration: IMS takes something as overlooked and delicate as lichen and turns it into vibrant, joyful ceramics. That mirrors how Indie Helmsley highlights the beauty in local, independent makers and the unique perspectives they bring.
Balancing function and creativity: Every piece is designed to be used and loved daily, not just admired. That’s very much in line with Indie Helmsley’s goal of showing that independent creativity can be woven into everyday life.
Independent, local, and personal: IMS is run by Iona, a local artist working from her own studio, embodying the small-scale, people-first values that Indie Helmsley is championing.
Joy in the everyday: IMS makes ordinary rituals feel special. Indie Helmsley is about bringing that same spirit of joy and individuality into the community.
