Brenda Biggar designs and hand-paints a wide range of porcelain brooches, vases, plates, candle-holders and other decorative items.
Starting from a plain porcelain object, Brenda combines traditional and modern techniques to create unique, unusual and beautiful designs — often finished with 24 carat gold, as well as platinum, copper and lustres.
Each piece is kiln-fired, often many times, at temperatures ranging from 720 to 900 degrees centigrade, ensuring a durability of surface similar to factory-produced items.
is a porcelain artist specialising in hand-painted decorative works and wearable art.
Her style blends modern and traditional influences, developed through experience and extensive experimentation. Every item is individually designed and hand-painted, making each piece one of a kind ideal for gifting, collecting and everyday enjoyment.
Brenda is a member of the Design and Craft Council of Ireland.
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How to Buy
All the items on this site can be ordered for collection from Killiney. Brooches and small items can also be sent by post. Please visit the Where to Buy page for further details.
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Each piece begins as plain porcelain and is transformed through detailed painting, layered decoration, and kiln firing.
Brenda combines traditional and contemporary techniques to create original designs. Finishing details often include 24 carat gold, platinum, copper, and specialist lustres.
Every item is kiln-fired multiple times at temperatures between 720°C and 900°C, producing a durable surface comparable to factory ceramics while retaining a completely hand-crafted character.
Her style blends modern and traditional influences, developed through extensive experimentation. Every item is individually designed and hand-painted, making each piece one of a kind and suitable for gifting, collecting, or everyday enjoyment.
Brenda Biggar is a porcelain artist specialising in hand-painted decorative works and wearable art. Her collection includes brooches, vases, plates, candle holders, and other decorative objects designed as individual works of art.
Brenda is a member of the Design and Craft Council of Ireland. She has taught porcelain painting in Dublin and New York. She has exhibited in galleries in New York, Dublin and Sofia. She took part in Art Source in 2018 and 2019, and has participated for many years at Gifted, the National Crafts and Design Fair.
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