She started learning pottery many years ago and went on to gain a degree in ceramics at Central School of Art and Design. She taught at The Camden Institute and then for many years at own workshop in Bounds Green. Tessa was one of Turning Earth’s original Supporting Artists. Tessa works across a variety of mediums, exploring natural pattern and form. Most of her clay work is in stoneware and extends from sculptural pieces to practical tableware, using both thrown and hand built techniques.