Artist Feature – BCB Mentee Karamdeep Sohal
BCB Talent Development Mentorship programme
British Ceramics Biennial (BCB) delivered a mentoring programme between September 2024 and February 2025. It supported seven early-career artists who have faced barriers progressing in their career and accessing a professional network in the field of contemporary ceramics.
A key part of the programme was the opportunity for a bespoke artist film by renowned filmmaker Gordon Watt. Each film introduces the mentees, shares their work and studios, and offers an insight into their artistic practice.
About the artist
Karamdeep Sohal is a 3D designer and maker with a strong connection to clay, influenced by academic background and cultural heritage. In India, the craft of pottery is intertwined with the caste system. Karamdeep’s family were potters, so she has a deep connection to this tradition. Working with clay allowed her to explore creative vision while honouring her cultural legacy.