Richard Cadness was born in Christchurch, New Zealand in 1930. He studied architecture at the University of Auckland, but he left after two years to pursue a career in pottery. He studied pottery with Toss Woollaston and John Parker, two of New Zealand's leading potters and was a perfectionist and his work is known for its fine craftsmanship and elegant forms. He was particularly skilled at throwing on the wheel, and his pots are often characterized by their smooth curves and subtle textures. He also experimented with a variety of glazes, creating a wide range of colorus and finishes. His work was exhibited widely in New Zealand and internationally. He was a member of the New Zealand Academy of Fine Arts and the Canterbury Society of Arts. He was also awarded the Queen Elizabeth II Arts Council Silver Jubilee Award in 1977. Cadness died in Christchurch in 2000.
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