Joyce Gittoes b. 14 October 1915

Also known as Joyce Halpin
  • Artist (Ceramist),
  • Artist (Printmaker)
The mature work of Joyce Gittoes is best described as small ceramic sculptures of Australian native life. Her favourite subjects were owls, and these are greatly prized by collectors. Her most significant piece of public work is the ceramic mural installation at the Berrima Correctional Centre in the Northern Territory.
Tags: Yellow House, Animals, birds
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Name
Joyce Gittoes
Also known as Joyce Halpin
Gender
Female
Roles
  • Artist (Ceramist)
  • Artist (Printmaker)
Tags:
Yellow House
Animals
birds
Birth date
14 October 1915
Birth place
Rockdale, Sydney, NSW
Death date
6 December 2011
Death place
Rockdale, Sydney, NSW
Active Period
  • 1961 - c.1980
Residence
  • c.1915 - c.1966 Rockdale, Sydney, NSW
  • c.1966 - c.1980 Bardwell Park, NSW
  • c.1980 - c.2011 Cronulla, NSW
Training
  • Ceramics, c.1959 - St George Technical College, Kogarah, NSW
Languages
  • English

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Related recognitions
  • Special Grand Prize, Ceramics, Royal Easter Show (received)